An assisted living administrator and consultant, this expert has more than 30 years of experience managing residential care facilities and addressing operational and regulatory matters within long-term care. Direct involvement in residential care includes decades of ownership and administrative leadership within assisted living and retirement facilities. This experience provides substantial knowledge of facility operations, administrative practices, resident care environments, and the regulatory responsibilities associated with managing assisted living facilities.

Industry involvement extends well beyond facility administration through appointments to state workgroups, advisory boards, and healthcare evaluation panels. This expert has participated in initiatives addressing assisted living administration, behavioral health and managed care, long-term care affordability and availability, administrator competency standards, and emergency preparedness for healthcare facilities.

Leadership within the Florida Assisted Living Association (FALA) has included service as a founding member, board member, president, legislative committee chair, and member of the Past Presidents Council. These roles have provided direct involvement in legislative and regulatory matters affecting assisted living providers and the broader long-term care industry. Additional contributions include participation in state-level healthcare policy initiatives, legislative testimony concerning assisted living, and presentations addressing best practices for assisted living facilities during hurricanes and other disasters. Combined with consulting experience and long-standing facility leadership, this background provides a broad perspective on assisted living administration, regulatory expectations, and operational standards.