Industry Shake-Up: Key Leadership Shifts Across Top Senior Living Organizations
Explore the latest executive appointments and board expansions across major senior living firms, including ASHA, Benchmark, and Plante Moran.
ASHA Expands Governance with New Executive Appointments
The American Seniors Housing Association (ASHA) has officially broadened its leadership base, welcoming two new organizational members to its executive board alongside three individual representatives. Janus Living, based in Irving, California, joins the board represented by Senior Vice President of Asset Management Patrick Cheng, while Atlanta’s Arcole Partners gains a seat through its Founder and Managing Partner, Kelly Sheehy. Furthermore, the board bolstered its expertise by onboarding David Caleca, managing director at CS Capital Advisors, LLC; Micah Gerber, co-president of Sinceri Senior Living; and Neal Raburn, managing director at Greystone.
Strategic Legal and Financial Leadership Additions
Benchmark Senior Living has strengthened its executive suite by naming Sigrid “Sam” Usen as senior vice president and general counsel. Usen transitions to the firm with over three decades of legal expertise, having previously served as assistant general counsel and chief compliance officer at The RMR Group. Simultaneously, the senior living advisory division of Plante Moran Realpoint, known as Plante Moran Living Forward, has recruited Adam Heavenrich to spearhead its capital markets practice. Heavenrich brings 30 years of experience to the team, focusing on structured finance and sale-leaseback transactions to drive organizational growth.
Growth and Marketing Milestones in Senior Care
Technology and marketing sectors within the industry are also seeing significant internal movement. The data analytics firm Occulytics has appointed Evan Friedkin as head of growth. Friedkin, formerly the vice president of sales at Aline, is tasked with scaling the company’s marketing, sales, and customer success initiatives. Meanwhile, Epoch Senior Living has elevated Adele Pepin to senior vice president of marketing and communications. Pepin, who joined the company in 2019, is recognized for her successful efforts in centralizing the firm’s marketing operations.
Regional Community and Healthcare Leadership Updates
In Atlanta, the Lenbrook community has expanded its board of directors by appointing industry veterans Dave Fitzgerald and Lynn Sokler. Fitzgerald, the longtime CEO of his namesake advertising agency, and Sokler, a communications expert with a 20-year tenure at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, will provide strategic guidance to the organization. Additionally, CC Young Senior Living has filled its administrator of home healthcare position with Shallen Mirzababa, who brings over a decade of clinical experience to oversee regulatory compliance and patient care delivery.
Recent Developments
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who has joined the ASHA board of directors?
ASHA has added Janus Living and Arcole Partners as board organizations, alongside new representatives David Caleca, Micah Gerber, and Neal Raburn.
What is Adam Heavenrich's new role at Plante Moran Living Forward?
Adam Heavenrich will lead the capital markets practice, focusing on structured finance, senior living, and sale-leaseback transactions.
Which new administrator was appointed by CC Young Senior Living?
Shallen Mirzababa has been named the new administrator of home healthcare, where she will oversee clinical operations and regulatory compliance.