Maplewood Senior Living Promotes Tom Gaston To Chief Investment Officer And Shane Herlet To Chief Operating Officer

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Nov 02, 2017, 15:02 ET

WESTPORT, Conn., Nov. 2, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Maplewood Senior Living announced that it has promoted Tom Gaston to Chief Investment Officer and Shane Herlet to Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately.

Tom Gaston joined Maplewood Senior Living in March of 2011 as the Executive Vice President of Acquisitions and Development. He has more than 30 years of experience in real estate development, with 20 of those years dedicated to the luxury senior housing sector. Under his stewardship, the Maplewood business has expanded from a single upscale senior community in Danbury, Connecticut to 15 communities across three states with several new developments under both the Maplewood and Inspīr brands in the works.

In this new role, Mr. Gaston will continue to lead acquisitions and developments for Maplewood Senior Living, with a strong focus on the Inspīr brand of world-class urban senior living communities, as well continue to expand the portfolio footprint of suburban Maplewood Senior Living communities throughout the U.S.

"Tom's commitment and dedication to Maplewood Senior Living is nothing short of admirable," said Gregory D. Smith, President and CEO of Maplewood Senior Living, based in Westport, Connecticut.

"He has been a driving force behind the growth and success of the company and is truly committed to providing exceptional properties and unrivaled experiences for our residents."

In conjunction with Mr. Gaston's appointment, Shane Herlet has also been promoted to Chief Operating Officer of the organization. He joined Maplewood Senior Living in April 2011 as the Executive Vice President of Operations. During his tenure, he has strategically guided the development of Maplewood Senior Living into an industry best-in-class organization for residents, families and associates. He holds a master's degree in Gerontology from Miami University of Ohio and has more than 25 years of experience in the luxury senior housing industry.

Mr. Herlet has been a catalyst for operational excellence throughout the Maplewood Senior Living organization. He has spearheaded a number of successful key initiatives that have been focused on organizational growth, leadership, resident satisfaction, and resident care to name a few.

Commenting on the appointment, Gregory D. Smith said, "I feel honored to have had Shane by my side through the years. He has truly been an incredible asset to Maplewood Senior Living. His dedication and commitment has helped Maplewood Senior Living earn the reputation as a leader in the luxury senior housing field and he will continue to be instrumental in our ability to support seniors in other markets across the country and beyond."

About Maplewood Senior Living:
Based in Westport, Connecticut, Maplewood Senior Living is known for its upscale senior living residences, offering a broad range of premier services, amenities and care to its residents. Maplewood Senior Living owns and operates 15 senior living communities in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Ohio. Future developments include Princeton, NJ and Southport, CT. An Upper East Side, Manhattan, NYC project falls within the company's newest brand Inspīr. This new, international lifestyle brand was launched to offer a luxurious option for seniors looking to join a residential community in major metropolitan areas. For more information or to arrange an interview with President and CEO Gregory D. Smith, please call Andrea S. Ellen, Vice President of Communications, at 203-557-4777 or visit our website at www.maplewoodseniorliving.com.