7 MAY 2024 · In this episode, host Jennifer Drago interviews Jill Vitale-Aussem, president and CEO of Christian Living Communities, a Colorado-based not-for-profit organization. Jill discusses the importance of cultural transformation in senior living organizations, strategic planning, financial sustainability, combating ageism, creating a positive experience, and more! You can follow Jill on her socials:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-vitale-aussem/ | https://christianlivingcommunities.org/ 👉Check out Jill Vitale-Aussem's book, Disrupting the Status Quo of Senior Living: A Mindshift, at https://mindshift.healthpropress.com/#about-the-book 👉See CLC’s Citizenship philosophy in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R3uU6tgWoS4 Other books mentioned in this episode:✅Right Place, Right Time: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Home for the Second Half of Life by Ryan Frederick✅Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It by Tracey Gendron, PhD About Our Guest: Jill has over 25 years of experience in senior living and transforming the culture of nursing homes, assisted living communities, and retirement communities. Today, Jill serves as President & CEO of Christian Living Communities (CLC), a Colorado-based not-for-profit serving more than 1,500 older adults and their families through its communities and home care services. CLC’s management and consulting division, Cappella Living Solutions, provides third-party management, consulting and digital marketing services to mission-aligned organizations throughout the country.  About the Show: 👉Subscribe to be notified of new episodes of Senior Living Visionaries as they are published! Visit https://www.peaktoprofit.com/podcast-subscribe.👉Know someone who would make a great guest on the Senior Living Visionaries podcast? Apply here: https://airtable.com/appCRz6ksoivW5dzI/shrH2VSWVCXg4KMeH Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 MAY 2024 · Succession planning is crucial but often overlooked in nonprofits. More than 70 percent of organizations lack formal CEO succession plans and emergency transition procedures. This leaves boards unprepared when sudden leadership changes occur. What happens if your CEO leaves unexpectedly? Who will take over financial and operational responsibilities on short notice?  Senior Living Visionaries host, Jennifer Drago, discusses the importance of CEO succession planning for nonprofit organizations. She emphasizes the need for nonprofits to have an emergency leadership transition plan in place in case of an abrupt CEO departure. This plan should outline who will take on key responsibilities like financial oversight, communications, and interim management. About Our Host: Jennifer Drago is an award-winning strategist, author, speaker and certified business coach. Through Peak to Profit consulting, she helps senior living, healthcare and nonprofit organizations get clear on their vision and strategy so they can identify -- and execute on -- opportunities for growth, revenue and operational efficiencies. Jennifer worked as a strategy and operations executive in the healthcare and senior living industries for 30 years, facilitating strategic plans and developing new programs and service lines. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance, a master’s degree in Business Administration and a master’s degree in Health Services Administration from Arizona State University.   Visit http://seniorlivingvisionaries.com/ or our sponsor, https://www.peaktoprofit.com/, to learn more!You can also follow Jennifer on her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdrago/ About the Show: Subscribe to be notified of new episodes of Senior Living Visionaries as they are published! Visit https://www.peaktoprofit.com/podcast-subscribe.Know someone who would make a great guest on the Senior Living Visionaries podcast? Apply here: https://airtable.com/appCRz6ksoivW5dzI/shrH2VSWVCXg4KMeH Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

23 APR 2024 · Today, Jennifer Drago, an experienced strategist and business coach, hosts a solo episode. She’s passionate about executive leadership and strategic planning. Jennifer has worked with senior living organizations and nonprofits, helping them improve their governance and strategic planning. In this episode, she discusses a very important topic: the need for board education and understanding about the responsibilities of board members, and their crucial roles in shaping organizational strategic direction. About Our Host:Jennifer Drago is an award-winning strategist, author, speaker and certified business coach. Through Peak to Profit consulting, she helps senior living, healthcare and nonprofit organizations get clear on their vision and strategy so they can identify -- and execute on -- opportunities for growth, revenue and operational efficiencies. Jennifer worked as a strategy and operations executive in the healthcare and senior living industries for 30 years, facilitating strategic plans and developing new programs and service lines. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance, a master’s degree in Business Administration and a master’s degree in Health Services Administration from Arizona State University. She is a Life Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, a certified Nonprofit Board Consultant (BoardSource), a certified Mastery Method Coach (Institute of Coaching Mastery) and a Lifecycles Capacity Consultant (Nonprofit Lifecycles Institute). Visit http://seniorlivingvisionaries.com/ or our sponsor, https://www.peaktoprofit.com/, to learn more!You can also follow Jennifer on her https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdrago/ About the Show:Subscribe to be notified of new episodes of Senior Living Visionaries as they are published! Visit https://www.peaktoprofit.com/podcast-subscribe.Know someone who would make a great guest on the Senior Living Visionaries podcast? Apply here: https://airtable.com/appCRz6ksoivW5dzI/shrH2VSWVCXg4KMeH Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

16 APR 2024 · In this episode, we interview Rob Liebreich, the President and CEO of Goodwin Living, a faith-based nonprofit serving over 2,500 older adults. His passion for empowering older adults to take control of their brain health through non-pharmacological solutions makes him a leader worth paying attention to. Today, Rob discusses how his nonprofit is innovating across its continuum of care through evidence-based programs like StrongerMemory, a supportive culture for employees and residents, strategic initiatives to serve middle-income seniors, and a governance structure that cultivates creativity and risk-taking. Find out more about Goodwin Living at: https://goodwinliving.org/Find out more about StrongerMemory at https://StrongerMemory.org/You can also follow Rob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robliebreich/ About Our Guest: Rob Liebreich is the President and CEO of Goodwin Living since July 2019. His energy, compassion, and creative drive, support the strategic goals and growth of the Goodwin Living organization. About the Show: Subscribe to be notified of new episodes of Senior Living Visionaries as they are published! Visit https://www.peaktoprofit.com/podcast-subscribe.Know someone who would make a great guest on the Senior Living Visionaries podcast? Apply here: https://airtable.com/appCRz6ksoivW5dzI/shrH2VSWVCXg4KMeH Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 APR 2024 · In this episode, host Jennifer Drago interviews Lisa McCracken, Head of Research and Analytics at NIC. She shares her expertise in senior living research and data-driven insights on industry challenges and opportunities. She showcases practical examples of how organizations nationwide are embracing opportunities to meet the demands of a changing marketplace. As we begin, Lisa guides us through the challenges and opportunities in serving the "forgotten middle" population of seniors who fall between subsidized housing and private options, addressing the dual burden of housing and care costs and exploring innovative solutions to bridge the gap. Go to https://www.nic.org/ to learn more about analytics and insights that investors and operators need for senior housing and care.You can also follow Lisa on her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mccracken-62ba78a/ About Our Guest: Lisa oversees NIC’s research and analytics team, which develops actionable, data-driven insights on industry challenges and opportunities and showcases practical examples of how organizations nationwide are embracing opportunities to meet the demands of a changing marketplace. Additionally, Lisa oversees a robust research agenda with nationally recognized partners to help the next generation of senior housing and care leaders address evolving and dramatically different consumer preferences and needs. Prior to joining NIC, Lisa served as director of senior living research and development with Ziegler, a leading investment bank for senior housing and care, where she oversaw research staff supporting the senior living, senior housing, and related corporate finance healthcare practices. Lisa began her career as a research analyst at Holleran, a healthcare and aging services research and consulting firm, where she was successively promoted to become vice president of research, managing partner and ultimately president between 2009 and 2013. About the Show: Subscribe to be notified of new episodes of Senior Living Visionaries as they are published! https://www.peaktoprofit.com/podcast-subscribe.Know someone who would make a great guest on the Senior Living Visionaries podcast? Apply here: https://airtable.com/appCRz6ksoivW5dzI/shrH2VSWVCXg4KMeH. Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 APR 2024 · In this episode, Mark Beggs and Kent Devereaux discuss the origin and development of the partnership between Edenwald Senior Living and Goucher College to create a new university-based retirement community. They also discuss the lifelong learning opportunities of their partnership, the opportunities that this partnership brings to both students and residents and the planning/integration process. Follow Mark Beggs and Edenwald at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-beggs-3a9033163/ | https://www.edenwald.org/ | https://edenwald.org Follow Kent Devereaux and Goucher College at:https://www.linkedin.com/school/goucher-college/| https://www.goucher.edu/ | https://goucher.edu About Our Guest: Mark Beggs is the president and CEO of Edenwald, a Maryland senior living organization. He has over 38 years of experience in senior living and holds a Bachelor of Social Work degree and a Master of Business Administration. Kent Devereaux joined Goucher College in 2019 as its 12th president. He has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in music composition and a Master of Fine Arts in art and technology. About the Show: Subscribe to be notified of new episodes of Senior Living Visionaries as they are published! Visit https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1lTcWFaY3RldW5yaEdHbFhONjVfSVdfOENld3xBQ3Jtc0ttWEQ3Sk01b2s5MkdQV0xsc3BuSzI3bTJQNERreGNTY2NGN2MyNXVyZkVpeVlSY1ROMVllU1VHZ1psN2t5SVVoU1htbXR4T3JjRW84OFJ1UU5EOE5kY3BQMFgtbHkzS2ZlcEk1dHdlWHc1SVcyR1NTMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.peaktoprofit.com%2Fpodcast-subscribe&v=3GMGR_0LOOcKnow someone who would make a great guest on the Senior Living Visionaries podcast? Apply here: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDdHVmpPMjF6RkYxM1JfdERVOW80OS1vZFdDUXxBQ3Jtc0tsZlFCT25rbFFFYWVsdUZ4aWpMRC1TSnhWaU1QLWdLdVFoZTNsUGhwTTNzbEJtMDZDdktjZTVaYWhOT2dhWUhXd3prWi1CQjRhTFFNbXUtUnJEbXd3MEdCaVg5dE1FWWItNzNZc1YwNFJFY1FYMFVXYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fairtable.com%2FappCRz6ksoivW5dzI%2FshrH2VSWVCXg4KMeH&v=3GMGR_0LOOc Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

23 FEB 2024 · In this episode, host Jennifer Drago interviews Ann Conn, the President and CEO of McGregor Foundation. Today, Ann shares her expertise in senior living leadership and innovation and in navigating the complexities of expanding programs like the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) and fostering community-based services effectively. Go to https://mcgregorfoundation.org/ to learn more about support programs allowing older adults to age in place.You can also connect with Ann via email, https://mcgregoramasa.org or her LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-conn-261175116/. About Our Guest: Ann Conn serves as President and Chief Executive Officer for the McGregor Foundation with more than 25 years of experience working in the Senior Living Industry. She provides leadership to McGregor whose mission is to serve seniors through both direct service provision and philanthropic support. McGregor provides rehabilitation, nursing, housing and hospice services in conventional settings as well as working to keep seniors as independent as possible in the community through its Program for All-inclusive Care for the Elderly. For the first five years of her career, she worked in public accounting performing audit, tax and business valuation engagements. She joined Asbury Heights, a continuing care retirement community located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In an effort to relocate to Ohio, she joined a family-owned chain of nursing facilities located in Ohio and Pennsylvania where she worked until joining McGregor in 2006. Ann currently serves on the board of directors for the Leading Age Ohio and Evergreen Cooperative Board. About the Show: Subscribe to be notified of new episodes of Senior Living Visionaries as they are published! Visit https://www.peaktoprofit.com/podcast-subscribe.Know someone who would make a great guest on the Senior Living Visionaries podcast? Apply here: https://airtable.com/appCRz6ksoivW5dzI/shrH2VSWVCXg4KMeH/. Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

23 JAN 2024 · In this episode, we interview Michele Holleran, the founder and CEO of two firms: Holleran Consulting and DeArment Consulting. Michele is an expert in strategic planning and executive coaching and has been recognized by various organizations in the aging services sector for her ability to improve organizational culture and leadership effectiveness.  Visit https://www.holleranconsult.com/ to learn more about resident and employee engagement and satisfaction studies.You can reach Michele through her online profile on https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-holleran-8aa87814/.   About Our Guest: Michele, founder and CEO of two firms: Holleran Consulting and DeArment Consulting, holds a PhD in organization and management from Capella University and an MBA from The Pennsylvania State University. Specializing in resident and employee engagement studies, strategic planning, and leadership development, Michele has led board retreats and strategic planning for aging services organizations nationwide. A frequent columnist for McKnight’s Magazine, she is currently the chair of The Center for Innovation, overseeing The Green House Project and The Pioneer Network. Michele was the first chairperson and co-facilitator of the Larry Minnix LeadingAge Leadership Academy and created The Senior Living Women’s Leadership Retreat. View her recent article featured in McKnights Senior Living: https://www.mcknightsseniorliving.com/home/columns/guest-columns/now-is-the-time-to-reimagine-a-new-business-model-for-your-senior-living-organization/... About the Show: Subscribe to be notified of new episodes of Senior Living Visionaries as they are published! Visit https://www.peaktoprofit.com/podcast-...Know someone who would make a great guest on the Senior Living Visionaries podcast? Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/230734701789159 Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

7 NOV 2023 · In this episode, host Jennifer Drago interviews Nancy Koury King, a home and community-based services (HCBS) consultant and executive coach. She recently retired as the President of Senior Options, LLC and Westminster-Canterbury at Home, LLC, both wholly owned subsidiaries of Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay. Nancy provides insights on expanding home and community-based services (HCBS) for senior living organizations, particularly focusing on revenue opportunities, the importance of internal clients, marketing strategies, readiness assessment, building an HCBS strategy, and the future of HCBS. This episode is for senior living providers and executives interested in HCBS expansion and collaboration opportunities in their local area. You can reach Nancy at https://gmail.com.You can also follow Nancy on  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-king-61309471/ About Our Guest: Dr. Nancy Koury King is a healthcare leader with over 30 years of experience, specializing in home and community-based services. She retired as President of Senior Options, LLC and Westminster-Canterbury at Home, LLC, both under Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay. She previously served as Senior VP of Resident Care at Sunrise Senior Living, overseeing quality assurance, regulatory affairs, memory care, and resident care for 300 communities and 30,000 residents in the U.S., Canada, and U.K. She also led Senior Independence, now Ohio Living Home Health and Hospice.  Nancy holds a bachelor's degree in Individual and Family Studies, a master's in social administration, and a Doctorate in Management. She's a recognized nonprofit scholar, received a Lifetime Achievement Award from LeadingAge Virginia, authored "Fired: How to Manage Your Career in the Age of Job Uncertainty," and operates the Instagram account @levelupcareer. About the Show: Subscribe to be notified of new episodes of Senior Living Visionaries as they are published! Visit https:https://www.peaktoprofit.com/podcast-subscribeKnow someone who would make a great guest on the Senior Living Visionaries podcast? Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/230734701789159 Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 NOV 2023 · In this episode, we have invited Kim Hoppe, Chief Financial Officer at Brio Living Services to talk with us about partnerships and joint ventures in senior living. At Brio Living Services, they have approached a number of partnership and collaboration opportunities by defining their organizational culture, fostering curiosity, setting clear return on investment expectations, overcommunicating with stakeholders, seeking objectivity, addressing challenges early, learning from industry peers, embracing measured risk within established guardrails, and approaching difficult decisions with a soft heart. This episode will resonate with senior living executives, financial professionals, and anyone interested in the strategic aspects of senior living organizations, especially those seeking insights into partnerships, joint ventures, and the expansion of mission-based services. Kim offers valuable advice to senior living executives, encouraging them to balance innovation with a commitment to their organization's core values. She highlights the significance of effective communication, objectivity, and adaptability in the ever-evolving senior living industry. You can connect with Kim on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-hoppe... learn more about Brio Living Services at https://mybrio.org/%C2%A0 About Our Guest:  Kim Hoppe joined Brio Living Services in May 2016, serving as the Vice President of Finance. She was promoted to the Senior Vice President of Corporate & Financial Services position and since 2019 now serves as the Chief Financial Officer. She has a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Western Michigan University and is a Certified Public Accountant.  Kim has over 25 years of experience with Senior Living/Non-Profit Auditing & Consulting, Medicare & Medicaid reimbursement team leadership and development, financial operations, project management, strategic planning and business development. About the Show: Subscribe to be notified of new episodes of Senior Living Visionaries as they are published! Visit https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkxmNWVneldocV9RT0xIaWFMM3Bsb3p6Ujc1UXxBQ3Jtc0ttQW1qZmQ3b1Rzanh1T2h0aDNLb1FsSDF0R0pPcDVMWU1vNmFVS3JrTWEwLWZxYWI1Y2o2SktqY05zX002QXQxaEU3U0xwNk9xY3ZHcFR6cjB0RmtoUXZudGpfV2xvM1E1WFFXT2ZyekRLdWNnMmg1aw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.peaktoprofit.com%2Fpodcast-..&v=pW6VyVY2zn4.Know someone who would make a great guest on the Senior Living Visionaries podcast? Apply here: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGdLSVQ5LS1HZHFxb2Y1X1B0Z09EcFE1MlMzUXxBQ3Jtc0trQk9wVTdFdUE2WmowelZqckwxYk03V0g4YmY5WjREZS16MVQwWTlHOXBOcm00YTFQbkZPdmZBaXdWejE4U1UzRnlialFCRmZyRk5fTlBpX0l0VWpHa1VWd0NKYlJKOF9yMkdXWEMtdV9ZRHVEVERwaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fform.jotform.com%2F230734701789159&v=pW6VyVY2zn4 Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.