WEST LINN, Ore. — Anthem Memory Care has promoted Lewis McCoy to the position of president. McCoy previously served as chief operating officer for the Oregon-based company, which operates and develops memory care communities in Arkansas, California, Colorado, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, New Mexico, Ohio, Tennessee and Wisconsin. In his new role, he will focus on improving and strengthening Anthem’s infrastructure, capabilities and employee base. According to the company, his key priorities will include operational efficiency, research and development, process improvement and innovation. McCoy holds a doctorate of philosophy in industrial and …
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RALEIGH, N.C. — Cline has appointed David Coster to the newly created position of seniors housing sector director. In his new role, Coster will lead efforts to expand the architecture and design firm’s senior living capabilities and market presence throughout the U.S. Coster, who has 30 years of experience in the healthcare, financial services and real estate industries, most recently served as vice president of development at Retirement Living Associates. “David’s extensive experience in senior living development combined with his broad leadership background makes him exceptionally well suited to lead Cline’s …
CHICAGO — Harrison Street Asset Management has added Jon Glass to lead its healthcare real estate asset management platform as managing director. Glass most recently served as executive director, head of seniors housing asset management at PGIM. Michael Corsini and Hardi Jackson will also join Harrison Street’s healthcare real estate division from PGIM. Corsini and Jackson will serve as senior associates. According to a statement issued by Harrison Street, the new hires reflect “the firm’s continued investment in expanding its asset management capabilities and supporting the continued growth and sophistication of …
BLOOMFIELD, N.J. — Senior living owner and operator Juniper Communities has promoted Katie Kensinger to the position of national director of marketing. Kensinger first joined the company in 2016 as senior director of community relations at Juniper Village at Brookline. She was added to the company’s regional team in 2022. In her new role, Kensinger will lead strategic marketing, branding, communications and digital engagement initiatives. Kensinger was recently recognized by Argentum with a 2026 Passion & Purpose Award at the association’s senior living executive conference for her work integrating performing arts …
WASHINGTON, D.C. — LeadingAge has announced that Katie Smith Sloan, president and CEO of the association, will step down, effective March 31, 2027. Sloan has served in her current roles since January 2016. Prior to that, she held the position of chief operating officer with the organization. “It has been the honor of my life to serve LeadingAge for the past 10 years as president and CEO, and for 10 years before that as chief operating officer,” says Sloan. “I have been privileged to work alongside talented colleagues who go …
LAKEWOOD, Colo. — Construction firm Catamount Constructors has announced the launch of a new vertical dedicated to serving the seniors housing sector, in which the firm has been active for more than 15 years. The Colorado-based company has named Bernida Chapman to lead the division as vice president, senior living. Chapman previously served as the leader of construction and development for Spectrum Retirement Communities. “The best senior living projects come from truly understanding the business, not just the building, says James Benning, CEO of Catamount. “How these communities operate, what the …
CHICAGO — Covenant Living Communities and Services, a nonprofit senior living organization, has named Jay Hibbard as the next president of the company. Hibbard, who has more than 36 years of experience in seniors housing, will assume the position Oct. 1. He currently serves as chief growth and communication officer at Covenant Living and has been with the organization for more than a decade. David Erickson has served as the organization’s president and chief executive officer since June 2024. Erickson will continue to act as the company’s CEO. “This leadership structure …
BELLEVUE, Wash. — Senior living owner and operator Aegis Living has announced a scheduled leadership change, with plans for Dirk Burghartz to take over as CEO of the company in July 2027. He will succeed the current CEO and company founder Dwayne Clark, who established the organization in 1997. Following the transition, Burghartz will continue to serve as the company’s president, occupying a dual role. Additionally, Derek Doke, chief financial officer, will take on an expanded role as both chief financial officer and chief investment officer. Burghartz first joined Aegis as …
ST. JOHNS, Fla. — Senior living operator American Healthcare Management Group (AHMG) has promoted Nick Jasmon to the role of executive vice president. In his new role, Jasmon will assume oversight of community operations across the company’s portfolio and continue to be involved in the organizations strategic growth initiatives. He previously served as vice president of business development, leading AHMG’s growth strategy. “As we continue to grow, it is essential that we build a leadership team capable of supporting both our communities and our partners,” says Joe Jasmon, co-founder and chief …
IRVINE, Calif. — American Healthcare REIT (NYSE: AHR) has announced four new leadership appointments. Jeff Hanson has been named chief executive officer of the company, following a term as interim chief executive officer, which began in February 2026. He replaced Danny Prosky, who is retiring from his roles as president and chief executive officer following a medical leave. Prosky will continue to serve as a member of the board of directors and advisor to the management team. Gabe Willhite has been appointed to the role of president. Willhite first joined the …