Bridge the Gap: The Senior Living Podcast

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Jun 30, 2025 • 22min

Sales and Marketing Strategies from a Lifeplan Community Specialist Deana Wilson

With a rich history in the industry, Deana Wilson, Director of Marketing and Sales at Westminster Village Terra Haute, shares insights on sales for lifeplan communities, successes of a resident fund, and new approaches to marketing efforts with CCRCs. As the Executive Chair of the Indiana Alzheimer’s Association Walk, Deana also discusses her passion for raising funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s. Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap. Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet 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.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 19min

Tackling Technology, Staffing, and Emerging Trends with Ryan Fischer

Join Josh and Lucas as they sit down with Ryan Fischer, President and CEO of Fischer Health Care Consulting. Dive into a conversation about the future of senior living, the integration of cutting-edge technology, and the evolving needs of an aging population. Ryan shares his insights on addressing industry challenges like staffing shortages, technology integration, and the increasing demand for personalized, efficient care.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet 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.
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Jun 16, 2025 • 16min

A Look at the Future of Senior Living Sales and Technology with Kevin Colley

Listen as Kevin Colley, Head of at Sales Bridge Senior Living, sits down to discuss where we’ve gone wrong in sales, and how new technology is giving senior living a chance to course correct. Hear insights on AI, embracing new tech, and becoming one of the biggest industries. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet 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.
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Jun 9, 2025 • 31min

Sage and Agemark Usher in the Era of Intelligent Care with Raj Mehra and Michael Pittore

Sage addresses operational opportunities to modernize senior care. Raj Mehra, CEO and Co-founder of Sage, in partnership with Michael Pittore, Co-CEO of Agemark Senior Living, announce a new product line, Sage Detect. The AI-driven innovation addresses real challenges that operators face daily. Hear more from Raj on Ep. 317.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet 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.
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Jun 2, 2025 • 13min

How Oxford Senior Living is Using Data to Engage Educated Leads

From the 2025 Aline Innovation Summit, Del Reed, VP of Sales at Oxford Senior Living, discusses how Oxford is using new programs to receive crucial data to stay on top of lead trends and learn the resident story during the sales process. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTok
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May 26, 2025 • 17min

Resident Advocacy in Community Distress with Suzy Koenig

From a social worker to trusted industry advisory, Suzy Koenig, CEO of SAK Management Services, discusses her journey as an administrator and then owner. With a knack for turnarounds, Suzy shares her experience in assisting with distressed assets and solving problems on behalf of communities through receivership. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.
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May 19, 2025 • 15min

Labor Management and Service Creep with Bryant McCann of Sage

How can a community make sure their residents are cared for, families are communicated with, and team members aren’t burnt out? Tune in as  Bryant McCann of Sage shares how their platform provides key pieces of data that equip operators to see the big picture of their community and promote seamless operations.Sage is a sponsor of Bridge the Gap. This podcast was recorded at the 2025 ASHA Annual Meeting. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet 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.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.
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May 12, 2025 • 21min

Senior Housing Capital and Growth Outlook with NIC MAP CEO Arick Morton

“Survive until 2025” embodied the essence of a challenging period and the hope for brighter days ahead. Now that 2025 has arrived, Arick Morton, CEO of NIC MAP, shares insights and the state of capital and growth outlook for the industry. Hear the 2024 recap and Q1 report with Kyle Gardner HERE.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet 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.
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May 5, 2025 • 21min

Tech Talk with Social Isolation Expert of Hamilton CapTel Dave Blanchard

Technology is transforming the senior living industry, but how is it impacting caregivers, residents, and families? In this episode of Bridge The Gap, Dave Blanchard, OD/Strategic Business Development at Hamilton CapTel, returns to discuss how digital solutions enhance caregiving, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen communication between residents, families, and providers.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet 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.
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Apr 28, 2025 • 19min

How Aline is Creating an Ecosystem to Unite Senior Living with CEO Brandon Logsdon

While at the 2025 Aline Innovation Summit, Josh and Lucas sat down with new CEO of Aline, Brandon Logsdon, to discuss the direction of Aline, and how they’re moving towards a connected ecosystem of programs to help deliver on promises and unify the industry with the Aline data.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet 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.

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