Kris Hansen serves as CEO of Western Home Services. In addition to growing the organization he leads, Kris has helped other Iowa organizations reposition and expand their campuses around the state and region.

Kris has long been involved with public policy and advocacy, both in Iowa and Washington, D.C. The national organization, LeadingAge, presented him with its Outstanding Advocacy Award in 2012. He has also received several leadership awards from LeadingAge Iowa and Iowa Health Care Association, including the Francis Lackner Award, which is the highest honor LeadingAge Iowa bestows. In 2019, Kris was awarded the Legacy Award by Grow Cedar Valley, a regional economic development group, in recognition of lifetime achievements and legacy contributions to his community.

Kris has served on various boards and committees for many organizations at both state and national levels. Currently, he serves on the Not-for-Profit Council with the American Health Care Association and is chair of Legislative Policy and Reimbursement for IHCA. He has served as chair of LeadingAge Iowa’s board of directors, as well as chair of their Public Policy Committee. He is former Audit Committee chair for LeadingAge national, and served as a member of the Finance Committee before that. Kris is a founding member of RedCedar, a public-private partnership of entrepreneurs, private businesses, colleges, cities, and economoic development partners with the purpose of helping entrepreneurs and high-growth startups learn faster and accelerate their growth.

Kris helped assemble and serves as board chair of the Thrive Alliance, a national collaboration of senior living organizations representing the entire longevity community. It is the mission of the Thrive Alliance to accelerate learning, research, validation and commercialization of emerging products, service models, and technologies focused on the global aging population.

Sought out as a thought leader for topics related to healthcare, aging services, technology and innovation, Kris is a frequent speaker and panelist at healthcare and technology summits around the country. He has also provided consult to many aging services organizations and technology companies including Amazon, Apple, CDW, Samsung, etc.

Kris Hansen serves as CEO of Western Home Services. In addition to growing the organization he leads, Kris has helped other Iowa organizations reposition and expand their campuses around the state and region. Kris has long been involved with public policy and advocacy, both in Iowa and Washington, D.C. The national organization, LeadingAge, presented him with its Outstanding Advocacy Award in 2012. He has also received several leadership awards from LeadingAge Iowa and Iowa Health Care Association, including the Francis Lackner Award, which is the highest honor LeadingAge Iowa bestows. In 2019, Kris was awarded the Legacy Award by Grow Cedar Valley, a regional economic development group, in recognition of lifetime achievements and legacy contributions to his community. Kris has served on various boards and committees for many organizations at both state and national levels. Currently, he serves on the Not-for-Profit Council with the American Health Care Association and is chair of Legislative Policy and Reimbursement for IHCA. He has served as chair of LeadingAge Iowa’s board of directors, as well as chair of their Public Policy Committee. He is former Audit Committee chair for LeadingAge national, and served as a member of the Finance Committee before that. Kris is a founding member of RedCedar, a public-private partnership of entrepreneurs, private businesses, colleges, cities, and economoic development partners with the purpose of helping entrepreneurs and high-growth startups learn faster and accelerate their growth. Kris helped assemble and serves as board chair of the Thrive Alliance, a national collaboration of senior living organizations representing the entire longevity community. It is the mission of the Thrive Alliance to accelerate learning, research, validation and commercialization of emerging products, service models, and technologies focused on the global aging population. Sought out as a thought leader for topics related to healthcare, aging services, technology and innovation, Kris is a frequent speaker and panelist at healthcare and technology summits around the country. He has also provided consult to many aging services organizations and technology companies including Amazon, Apple, CDW, Samsung, etc.

As CEO of the Nazareth Home in Louisville, Kentucky, since 2001, Ms. Haynes is an active advocate for innovation in long term care. Haynes was voted Administrator of the Year by her peers in 2003 and is past chairman of the American College of Healthcare Administrators, Kentucky chapter. She is a leader in Kentucky’s Coalition for Person Centered Care.

Travis Gleinig is a seasoned information technology professional a wealth of experience in leading digital transformation initiatives and a passion for innovation. He is currently serving as the Chief Information Officer at United Methodist Communities. In this role, he provides leadership and direction to ensure the continued development of a robust and secure IT environment throughout the organization.

Travis has a track record of success in driving digital transformation initiatives and has led the implementation of several technological advancements that have helped to keep United Methodist Communities at the forefront of technology in aging services. Travis is skilled in identifying opportunities for innovation and aligning technology initiatives with the organization's overall goals and objectives. He is committed to staying current with industry trends and best practices.

John is a serial entrepreneur and currently a co-founder of Academic Platforms, an on-line technology company, specializing in clinical education for the senior market. Previously John co-founded two innovation acceleration services groups. He has served in various executive roles including CEO of a nurse practitioner medical group,

As Vice President of Marketing, Jennifer heads the marketing and sales functions for St. John’s Senior Services, one of Upstate New York’s leading providers of senior living and care options, which for more than a century, has been helping older adults live satisfying, rewarding lives regardless of their age. She has 30 years of experience in nonprofit marketing communications and holds a Master of Business Administration in Marketing from the William E. Simon School of Business at the University of Rochester. Jennifer also serves as an adjunct professor in strategic marketing at Roberts Wesleyan College and holds additional board positions with Epilepsy-Praild, Inc. and East Rochester Union Free School District, where she is also president.

Shelley Wisnowski, PT, MHA, is a licensed Physical Therapist and has her Master’s in Health Administration. For over 30 years, Shelley has been involved with seniors in post-acute settings. She has been a clinician, a Rehab Director, a Regional Manager and in business development for contract rehabilitation. Since 2006, she has led Select Rehabilitation’s sales and marketing team. She is responsible for development of leads, management of the sales pipeline, training and oversight of the sales and marketing teams, digital and print marketing materials, participation and memberships with state and national associations, and cultivation of relationships with C-level executives from post-acute care organizations. Shelley works closely with the national associations such as Leading Age, Argentum, AJAS, and AHCA to ensure Select is involved and aware of opportunities to gain exposure with their members as well as assist them with Select’s knowledge and resources to better the delivery of care. She is also instrumental in bringing new technologies and innovations to Select Rehabilitation..

Jonathan served as a founding member of CDW Healthcare. He is responsible for the strategic leadership and development of the sales management team that covers the Eastern United States, as well as the direction and development of CDW Healthcare’s Ambulatory & Post-Acute Care / Senior Living IT adoption and integration programs.

Since forming Strothman and Company in 1983, now LBMC Louisville, Ray Strothman has guided thousands of clients to financial success and steadily grew Strothman and Company to become a premier CPA firm in the region. Strothman and Company employed over 80 professionals and serveover 5000 clients annually.

In addition to his core accounting and tax capabilities, Ray has specialized expertise in business valuation and litigation support. Ray provides tax and management advisory services for business owners and business investors and has extensive experience assisting entrepreneurs with startup, strategic growth, buying and selling businesses, and succession planning.

Ray's perseverance, drive for success and commitment to excellence form the cornerstone of the business. Strothman and Company was the only CPA firm to win the Inc.Credible Award from Greater Louisville Inc. (GLI) and was honored as a member of Business First’s Fast Fifty list of locally owned Louisville businesses for four years. Ray was recognized as the Bellarmine Accounting Alumnus of the Year in 2000 and Alumnus of the Year in 2015.

Ray’s personal philosophy is one that blends self-reliance, volunteerism and leadership. He credits his Christian-based education with helping him develop the discipline and principles he uses in all areas of his business and personal life.

As CEO of the Nazareth Home in Louisville, Kentucky, since 2001, Ms. Haynes is an active advocate for innovation in long term care. Haynes was voted Administrator of the Year by her peers in 2003 and is past chairman of the American College of Healthcare Administrators, Kentucky chapter. She is a leader in Kentucky’s Coalition for Person Centered Care.

As AARP’s chief advocacy and engagement officer, Nancy LeaMond has responsibility for driving the organization’s social mission on behalf of Americans 50-plus and their families. Nancy leads government affairs and legislative campaigns for AARP, widely seen as one of the most powerful advocacy organizations in the country.

John is a serial entrepreneur and currently a co-founder of Academic Platforms, an on-line technology company, specializing in clinical education for the senior market. Previously John co-founded two innovation acceleration services groups. He has served in various executive roles including CEO of a nurse practitioner medical group,

E. Joseph Steier (Joe) Steier, III is the President & CEO and Co-Founder of Signature HealthCARE (SHC), one of the nation’s leading long-term care, rehabilitation and health care providers with 125 locations in 11 states and some 18,000 employees.

Jonathan served as a founding member of CDW Healthcare. He is responsible for the strategic leadership and development of the sales management team that covers the Eastern United States, as well as the direction and development of CDW Healthcare’s Ambulatory & Post-Acute Care / Senior Living IT adoption and integration programs.

For nearly three years now, Ben has proudly served as an Economic Development project manager for his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. With a previous focus on logistics and eCommerce, Ben has had the privilege of assisting companies like UPS, EY and W. W. Grainger, in everything from locating or expanding operations to renaming streets.

Gary Charland has more than 25 years of experience in innovative and strategic health care leadership. Prior to becoming a health care professional, Mr. Charland was a practicing attorney. Mr. Charland served in various positions with the Washington Hospital Health Care System before becoming CEO of the Masonic Homes.

Dr. Kim Perry, DO, MBA, MHCM joined Kindred Healthcare LLC in 2019 as its Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Perry has 25 years of experience in emergency medicine and the healthcare industry, and came to Kindred from UnitedHealth Group. In 2017 she became CMO of the company’s UnitedHealthcare platform. Prior to her role with UnitedHealthcare, Dr. Perry spent nearly a decade with BJC Healthcare in St. Louis, where she held a number of leadership roles, including Chief of Emergency Medicine and Dean of Medical Education.

Richard C. Schutt, Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Schutt has been with the organization over 40 years. He has the responsibility for overseeing operations, finance, marketing, development, and administrative divisions of Providence Life Services. Mr. Schutt has served on the Global Ageing Network (GAN) on two occasions. He was a past Board of Directors Chair of the national association, LeadingAge, formerly known as AAHSA.

As CEO John Larson has 28 years leading Cantata Adult Life Services, a suburban Chicago campus and community based services provider since 1920. Annually Cantata serves over 600 campus seniors and 750 seniors in their own homes. John led the team at Cantata that developed an innovative Home Care model built on the concept of “Care sharing”, named Take2. John is a frequent presenter at local and national conferences. He graduated for the University of Illinois and sits on many boards and committees.

Tammy is a proven tenured leader with cultivated experiences in all aspects of operations, marketing and strategy. She is the co-founder of the Unbridled Eve Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization formed to hold events such as the Unbridled Eve Gala to raise money for selected non-profit beneficiaries and raise Kentucky’s profile nationally.

Carl Goodfriend has nearly 40 years of experience working in senior living. Carl serves a dual role as CIO for ProviNET Solutions and Providence Life Services. As the senior-most officer for ProviNET Solutions, Carl is tasked with maintaining ProviNET’s vision, mission and core values through every aspect of leadership and day-to-day operations.

Ginna Baik is the Senior Care Practice Leader for CDW Healthcare, a leading provider of technology solutions for healthcare organizations nationwide. Baik is responsible for leading CDW Healthcare’s strategic business development initiatives in the senior care market, helping to define the necessary technology solutions for senior care organizations while strengthening and expanding industry partner relationships.

Baik has spoken at several conferences such as HIMSS, America’s Society on Aging, Argentum, Senior Housing News, National Investment Conference, What’s Next Boomer Summit and Leading Age. She was also awarded by Mary Furlong and Associates, Leader in Technology Award in 2016. CDW Healthcare received in March 2017 the inaugural Technology and Aging award from America’s Society on Aging. Baik is a board member of America’s Society on Aging (ASA) and Older Adults Technology Services (OATS).

John has been working his entire 38-year professional career with Prudential. He has held various senior leadership positions in several businesses and functional areas. In previous roles, John was the Controller of International Investments and Group Insurance, Head of Planning & Analysis and Treasurer of Group Insurance, CFO for the Customer Office, Finance Leader for Leveraging Opportunities Transformation program, Co-Senior Executive for the Corporate Center Optimization initiative and responsible for various large scale Enterprise financial system initiatives.

Mel Barsky is a Partner at CABHI Ventures & Director at the Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation (CABHI). CABHI, led by Baycrest Health Sciences, helps innovators develop, disseminate, scale, and promote adoption of promising innovations in the aging and brain health sector. Our Vision is to create a world where every older person lives with purpose, fulfillment & dignity. CABHI has funded over $200M and has levered over $150M+ for investing in the brain health and longevity sector. To-date, CABHI has funded over 550 projects. CABHI innovators and companies have secured over $600M in follow-on investments. Currently, CABHI is the most active AgeTech investor in North America.

Baycrest is one of most experienced and accomplished senior care providers in the world having served older persons and their families for over 108 years. Baycrest is also home to the The Rotman Research Institute - a preeminent international centre for the study of aging and human brain function.

Prior to CABHI, Mel was Co-Founder, President & COO of healthtech company INTERVENT Canada. INTERVENT has served over 2.5 million patients globally; over 200 corporations; and has been published in more than 100 peer reviewed major medical journals demonstrating the efficacy of its programs and improvement in health outcomes.

Previously, Mel was a Founding Partner and Executive Director of Scotiabank Private Equity Investments, where he invested in the financial services and information technology sectors.

Mel is a volunteer Director at DANI (Developing And Nurturing Independence), an organization that empowers adults with developmental disabilities to grow and thrive through personal development, community integration, and a focus on individual strengths.

Mel lives in Toronto with his wife, 5 kids, 2 grandkids & a labradoodle.

Mary Furlong, Ed.D, MFA’s president and CEO, is a leading authority on the longevity marketplace. She has guided the business development and marketing strategies of leading corporations, emerging companies, and nonprofit organizations for more than 30 years.

Ken has decades of experience in healthcare technology, having held pivotal leadership roles at industry giants like Samsung Health, Cerner. McKesson, IBM, and UPMC’s Smartroom initiative. With his expertise in harnessing digital health innovations along with a track record of seamlessly integrating technology and healthcare, Ken’s experience with global health leaders brings a vital edge to this committee. His strategic insights and passion for collaboration are instrumental in advancing Agetech innovations.

In this position, he is responsible for media relations, corporate communications, social media, and public events management (such as grand openings and new development launches). In addition, Karl provides advice and counsel to the VSL executive leadership team on communications, as well as cultivating and supporting the public affairs coordinators at various VSL facilities. Karl also holds an Assisted-Living facility administrator license in Nebraska.

Before joining Vetter, Bieber was senior account manager for a PR firm located in Omaha. Previously, he served as Director of Media Relations for then Governor Ben Nelson, and prior to that, worked as an anchor and newsroom manager at TV stations in Omaha, Sioux City and North Platte.

Don joined the MRC team in January 2015, having worked in the senior living field since 1990. Prior to joining MRC, he served as CFO for retirement communities in Louisville, KY and Midland TX and spent a couple of years working as a financial software consultant for a provider of software to senior living organizations. He received a B.A. in Psychology from Baylor University and then completed his education in Finance and Accounting at the University of Louisville in Louisville, KY.

Camille leads Christian Living Communities (CLC), a not-for-profit senior living care and services organization based in Colorado. CLC was founded in 1972 as a single-site nursing home, which now manages more than $134.6MM in revenues to include Cappella Living Solutions (CLS) formed in 2014 after an organizational restructure in an effort to share our passion for creating vibrant cultures of excellence, possibility and growth. CLC & CLS are based in Colorado currently serving in six states; Colorado, Utah, Texas, Oklahoma, Ohio, and Indiana.

Camille is currently leading CLC on the strategic path of creating communities where aging is honored and celebrated. CLC also owns Rhythms Home Care, which has doubled in size since acquiring it in 2017.

As Interim CEO, Camille Burke oversees operations, direction and growth of CLC, which owns 6 senior living communities, as well as, CLS currently managing 17 senior living communities, all ranging from full Life Plan communities with multiple levels of care to smaller Assisted Living and Memory Support communities. She also helps clients plan, design and manage their senior housing and healthcare services. In addition to providing management consultation to existing communities, Camille assists clients in project development. She advises on space programming and product mix; coordinates all members of the project development team to ensure that the process runs efficiently; creates the management structure; implements policies and procedures; handles executive recruitment; to achieve desired outcomes.

Camille has been in the senior living industry since 1999 and has a background in hospitality. She began her career with CLC in 2004 as Director of Sales and Marketing for the proposed Holly Creek Retirement Community. Financing for construction of this new community was contingent on pre-selling 70% of the independent living units, and Camille’s marketing efforts beat this target. Camille also opened and operated Holly Creek as its first Executive Director and routinely exceeded all of the benchmarks in the Holly Creek bond covenants. She served as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of CLC between 2007 and 2014, where she led CLC in attaining five-star ratings at all three communities and maintained stabilized occupancy during the recession of 2008. She also managed the repositioning of the Clermont Park campus.

In 2010, Camille completed the LeadingAge Leadership Academy. She holds a Bachelor of Science in restaurant, hotel and institutional management from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas.