Bridge The Gap

Listen to a preview of the ASHA Annual Meeting with David Schless, President of ASHA Living. We discuss the Where You Live Matters initiative which aims to empower consumers of senior living with information and knowledge, and learn about ASHA’s focus on improving the workforce crisis for the industry. BTG is a proud media sponsor of ASHA.Become a BTG Network Sponsor.Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Referah, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Learn how to become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition.  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.Produced by Solinity Marketing.

Hear how one bike journey is changing the future of in-home care. Jeff Salter, CEO of Caring Senior Service, providers of in-home care, began his career in senior care in 1991. From April to August 2021, Jeff rode an electric bike more than 9,000 miles through 20 states to visit 45 Caring Senior Service franchise locations in a bid to launch the company’s “Close the Gap” program, a movement designed to spotlight the overlooked and underserved aspects of senior care.Read about the “Close the Gap” program story.Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by So

Cheers to a great year! What better way to round out Season 5 than with Bridge the Gap founders and hosts Josh Crisp and Lucas McCurdy sharing a recap of incredible moments in 2022.They feature Contributor Hosts Anthony Ormsbee-Hale, Julie Podewitz, Christy Van Der Westheizen, and Chris Heinz. This Series is sponsored by Peak Senior Living.Also catch features on podcast guests Greg Puklicz + Marcus Van Ameringen, David Schless, Charles Mann, Brian McWade, Tim Craig, Jodi Guffee, Matt Thornhill, Michael Bush, Larry Cohen, Pat Mulloy, Chris Brickler, Marc Middleton, and our friend Jay Allen.BTG Magazine: Read, Advertise and Contribute.Become a sponsor of the BTG Network. See you in Season 6!Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living...

The 2023 NIC Spring Conference is quickly approaching! Tune in to hear from Chair of the Program Committee, COO of HealthTrust Colleen Blumenthal, as she shares what executives can expect in San Diego, March 1 - 3, 2023. Register for the 2023 NIC Spring Conference.Bridge the Gap is a proud media sponsor of NIC Spring Conference.Become a BTG Sponsor. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Learn how to become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition.   Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.Produced by Solinity Marketing.

The evolution of technology for seniors is also impacting labor efficiencies. Join Chris Nall, Chief Technology Officer at Atria Senior Living, as he breaks down the impacts plus discusses voice technology.Learn more about sponsorship opportunities with Bridge the Gap. View the BTG Magazine Fall Issue here.Learn how to become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition.  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.Produced by Solinity Marketing.

A discussion on recent developments in government investigations and enforcement actions for senior housing and skilled nursing, and what to do if a facility finds itself the subject of an investigation. Join Abbey Ruby, Co-Head of Finance & Restructuring Group, and Jennifer Weaver, Co-chair of Healthcare Industry Team of Waller, Lansden, Dortch & Davis.Waller is a sponsor of the VIP Ignite Experience. Learn how to sponsor the BTG Network here. Read the BTG Magazine Fall Issue here. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Solinity Marketi

Jefferey Bucanin, Matt Reiners, Michael Moye, Damon Thomas, and Aaron Fish take over the BTG podcast. Enjoy these live recordings from the VIP Ignite Experience: Dream Again 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Solinity Marketing.

Creating relationships, not just leads is the mission of Referah, a fully-funded industry venture by the senior living industry. Lesley Durkan, President and CEO of Referah, launches the company and announces on the Bridge the Gap Network. Listen in to the pain points Referah addresses and how it can save communities time and resources by increasing the quality of senior living leads through proper matching and lead qualification.Learn more about sponsorship opportunities with Bridge the Gap. View the BTG Magazine Fall Issue here. Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition   Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - Marke

Becoming the employer of choice and maintaining a positive culture during a labor crisis is one focus point for Holly Ballarotto, Chief of Staff at Brandywine Living. Recorded at the NIC Fall Conference where BTG is a proud Media Sponsor.Learn about sponsorship opportunities with BTG here.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition   Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Solinity Marketing.

Recruiting for culture and training for skill. Leigh Ann Barney, President and CEO of Trilogy Health Services, discusses her organization’s approach to attracting culture-fit employees. Plus, learn how the Trilogy Foundation is making dreams come true for residents.Live a Dream Program details.Watch Michael’s video recap here.Recorded at the NIC Fall Conference where BTG is a proud Media Sponsor.Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition   Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Solinity Marketing.

Hear the first interview with Erin Hayes, Chief Revenue Officer of Enquire, discuss the recent news of Enquire, Glennis Solutions, and Sherpa CRM merger to create the market-leading senior living software platform uniquely positioned to improve the lives of older adults and those who care about them.Plus, Erin breaks down the Market Insights with 2022 year-to-date trends.Learn more about sponsorship opportunities with Bridge the Gap. View the BTG Magazine Fall Issue here.Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by S

Tiffany Cobern, Director of Senior Living Operations at MedCore Partners shares how a young start in the senior living industry has led to 25+ years of experience of success in a number of market segments. Tiffany discusses upcoming projects, use of agencies, and what makes senior living fun. Recorded at the NIC Fall Conference where BTG is a proud Media Sponsor.Contact BTG to learn about sponsoring the Network.Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition   Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Solinity Marketing.

Breast cancer and sepsis survivor, Natalie Zeleznikar, shares leadership principles for executives in the face of trauma. With over 30 years as a LNHA, entrepreneur for assisted living models and CEO for various sized settings, Natalie is now the Executive Advisor at Procare HR - a PEO for HR and workforce solutions to senior living and disability providers.Author of The Scars You Can’t See.October is breast cancer awareness and sepsis awareness month.Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingPr

Arun Paul, Founder and CEO of Priya Senior Living, shares how his parent’s need for aging care shaped his future. With a background in hospitality, Arun leads the organization in development and acquisition to provide seniors housing for a culturally diverse group of seniors.Recorded at the NIC Fall Conference where BTG is a proud Media Sponsor.Priya Senior Living was the Fun Run sponsor at VIP Ignite Experience 2022.Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition   Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Solinity Marketing.

Industry veteran Marcus Van Ameringen, Vice President of Business Development at 12 Oaks Senior Living, shares his thoughts on regional operations and the power of culture for recruiting, retention and occupancy. Marcus discusses culture-focused management, high touch model of operations, the future of the industry, as well as shares highlights of the conference. Recorded at the NIC Fall Conference where BTG is a proud Media Sponsor.Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Soli

Colorado operator, Susie Finley, Founder and Principal of Ascent Living Communities, shares how the family owned and operated portfolio sees success through a speciality focus.Recorded at the NIC Fall Conference where BTG is a proud Media Sponsor.Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Solinity Marketing.

Digging into the data is the goal for William Swearingen, SVP of Sales & Marketing at Spectrum Retirement Communities. Plus we dive into the importance of creating a community culture where team member’s voices are heard is crucial. Recorded at the NIC Fall Conference where BTG is a proud Media Sponsor.Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Solinity Marketing.

Creating vibrancy and passion through a brand’s story is what Jeff Gronemeyer, VP of New Business Development at Conversion Logix, continues to strive to push in the senior living industry. Conversion Logix was a Gold Sponsor at the VIP Ignite Experience: View HereSponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Solinity Marketing.

From life-altering tragedy to dreaming again, VIP Ignite Experience keynote speaker Inky Johnson shares his story of faith and perseverance to inspire senior living executives and thought leaders to never lose sight of your dreams.Follow Inky on Instagram: @inkyjohnsonmotivateFollow Inky on Twitter: @inkyjohnsonSponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Solinity Marketing.

It's not too early to begin advanced care planning. Joanne Eason, President of Five Wishes, discusses the importance for adults to consider the choice of comfort care, family relationships, and spiritual and emotional impact. Download the Five Wishes program.Sponsored by Accushield, Connected Living, Hamilton CapTel, Enquire, LTC REIT, OneDay, Meridian Capital, iN2L, Solinity, and The Bridge Group Construction.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation - CapEx - Reposition  Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development - Management - Consulting - MarketingProduced by Solinity Marketing.