Watercrest Senior Living Group principals Marc Vorkapich, CEO and Joan Williams, CFO are proud to announce the promotion of Michele Thompson to Chief Operating Officer, a new role at Watercrest.
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Watercrest Senior Living Group Announces Michele Thompson as Chief Operating Officer (Photo: Business Wire)
Thompson joined Watercrest in 2013 as Vice President of Operations, and has successfully driven the startup and operations of multiple brands of assisted living and memory care communities developed, owned and operated by Watercrest Senior Living Group.
As Chief Operating Officer for Watercrest, Thompson brings over 18 years of accomplishment as a highly effective team leader, driving outstanding financial performance and implementing innovative management strategies as a result of her comprehensive knowledge of the senior living landscape.
“Michele is a tremendous asset and invaluable partner, her unique leadership skills and passion for serving seniors have been a driving force in the growth of Watercrest and our ability to significantly impact the lives of seniors and associates,” says Marc Vorkapich, Principal and CEO of Watercrest Senior Living Group. “This well-deserved promotion not only celebrates Michele’s copious achievements and God-given talents, but also advances Watercrest’s commitment to developing servant leaders.”
Thompson began her career working with dementia care residents and quickly advanced into leadership roles with national providers Arden Courts, Brookdale, Horizon Bay, and HRA.
“As a key contributor to the success of Watercrest, we are thrilled for Michele to step into this critical role, expanding upon her accomplishments in creating and modeling strategic efficiencies,” says Joan Williams, Principal and CFO of Watercrest Senior Living Group.
Highly esteemed in the senior living industry, Thompson is a National Certified Dementia Practitioner and previously served as National Director of Dementia Services and Vice President of Operations for a regional operating company, where she earned two Servant Leadership Awards during her tenure.
“I’m humbled by the opportunity to further our growth and mission at Watercrest by investing in the servant hearts of our associates, uniting their talents and passions, and delivering exceptional standards of care and enrichment for our seniors,” says Michele Thompson, Chief Operating Officer for Watercrest Senior Living Group.
Watercrest Senior Living Group specializes in the development and operations management of assisted living and memory care communities and the growth of servant leaders. For more information, please visit www.watercrestslg.com.
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