Lifespace Communities Appoints Nikki Kresse as Chief People Officer

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Lifespace Communities has appointed Nikki Kresse to the position of chief people officer.

Kresse has more than 20 years of extensive experience as a human resources leader.

Kresse earned her bachelor’s degree in business management from Colorado State University Global, and is a Certified Benefits Professional and a Certified Compensation Professional.

Lifespace Communities, based in West Des Moines, is a nonprofit owner-operator of 15 continuing care retirement communities in eight states, serving more than 5,100 residents and employing more than 3,900 team members.