One might think that an organization with thousands of members and many varied ideologies might require a leader who manages with a stern voice and an iron fist. In the case of LeadingAge, the organization...
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Paul Willging
By
Liza Berger
Nov 02, 2020
OBRA ’87, the landmark federal law that greatly enhanced the regulation of nursing homes, marked a turning point for long-term care. Paul Willging, Ph.D., who led the American Health Care Association...
McKnight’s 40 for 40: William M. McKnight Jr.
By
John O'Connor
Oct 27, 2020
The McKnight’s brand may be familiar to many in the field today. That’s somewhat ironic, as the man behind it never expected to be a publisher.
McKnight’s 40 for 40: David Schless
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 20, 2020
The American Seniors Housing Association traces its roots back to the early days of the senior living industry, beginning in 1991 under the auspices of the National Multifamily Housing Council. In 2000,...
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Arnold Whitman
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 05, 2020
Arnold Whitman is a towering figure, both figuratively and literally, in the world of skilled nursing and senior living investing. The founder, president and CEO of Formation Capital has become as well-known...
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Vince Mor
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 28, 2020
Numerous top-flight academic researchers delve into nursing home care and policy, but few, if any, approach the track record of Vince Mor.
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Dale Thompson
By
Liza Berger
Sep 21, 2020
When pivotal programs are put into place, it becomes easy to forget there was a time without them. Such could be said for AHCA/NCAL’s National Quality Award Program, which Dale Thompson was instrumental...
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Thomas J. DeRosa
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 14, 2020
Those hoping to get a sneak peek into the future of senior living might consider studying the playbook of Toledo, OH-based Welltower. The REIT has displayed innovative thinking under Tom DeRosa, who has...
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Sheldon L. Goldberg
By
John O'Connor
Sep 08, 2020
Sheldon Goldberg’s time at the helm of the organization now known as LeadingAge aligns with some of the more challenging years the industry has ever faced.
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Clifton J. Porter II
By
James M. Berklan
Aug 31, 2020
Clifton J. “Clif” Porter II doesn’t mind comparisons to Jackie Robinson, the great baseball pioneer. Porter doesn’t open with such comparisons or bank on them himself, but he’s not going to chase...