WESTPORT, Conn., June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Maplewood Senior Living, a leading provider of premium senior living, is proud to announce a series of strategic leadership promotions and appointments designed to support the organization's continued growth, elevate the resident experience, and position the company for long-term success.
Operating two distinct brands—Maplewood Senior Living, known for its warm, neighborhood-based communities throughout the Northeast and Midwest, and Inspīr, its ultra-luxury brand located in premier urban markets—Maplewood is aligning its leadership to meet the evolving needs of today's older adults across both settings.
These advancements underscore Maplewood's enduring commitment to personalized care, hospitality-driven service, and operational excellence—delivered through two exceptional lifestyle models.
Jenna Anderson Promoted to Vice President of Revenue Growth and Strategy
Jenna Anderson has been promoted to Vice President of Revenue Growth and Strategy, a new role created to align revenue generation, market strategy, and performance optimization across the Maplewood and Inspīr portfolios. Since joining Maplewood as Regional Director of Operations, Jenna has quickly made her mark as a visionary leader with a results-driven mindset and a deep understanding of the senior living sector.
With over 20 years of experience spanning operations, sales, and marketing, Jenna's impressive background includes serving as Chief Marketing Officer at SALMON Health & Retirement, where she led integrated strategies that elevated the organization to a 96% occupancy rate across multiple campuses. Her ability to synthesize analytics, team culture, and market trends into actionable growth plans positions her uniquely for this new role.
As Vice President, Jenna will spearhead initiatives that support census growth, pricing strategies, and strategic market positioning—ensuring that Maplewood remains competitive while continuing to exceed expectations for service and care.
Sheridan Daniel Appointed Vice President of Operational Excellence and Brand Standards
Sheridan Daniel has joined Maplewood Senior Living as Vice President of Operational Excellence and Brand Standards, bringing with him over two decades of senior living leadership with a deep focus on hospitality, resident engagement, and organizational culture.
Most recently serving in executive leadership roles at Atria Senior Living, Sheridan has built a national reputation for elevating operational systems while preserving what matters most: the human connection at the heart of senior living. Throughout his career, he has successfully developed brand-aligned service platforms, led comprehensive training initiatives, and mentored multi-disciplinary teams to deliver excellence across diverse portfolios.
In this new role, Sheridan will guide the strategic direction of culinary services, life enrichment programming, resident engagement, and hospitality operations. He will also oversee Maplewood's brand standards system-wide, ensuring every touchpoint reflects the company's uncompromising commitment to service and experience. His leadership will be instrumental in building scalable systems that honor the individuality of each community while reinforcing Maplewood's signature HEART philosophy.
Adena McGowan Promoted to Corporate Director of Memory Care
Adena McGowan has been promoted to Corporate Director of Memory Care, supporting both Maplewood Senior Living and Inspīr communities nationwide. Since joining Maplewood in 2017 as the Memory Care Director at Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls, Adena has been a driving force behind the company's dementia care philosophy—leading with empathy, innovation, and an unwavering dedication to those living with memory impairment.
In 2024, Adena was elevated to the role of Senior Memory Care Director, where she quickly became a trusted leader and educator across the organization, leading CEU courses for social workers and spearheading Maplewood's Dementia & Caregiver Education Series. Her 15+ years of dementia care leadership is backed by an academic foundation in clinical and counseling psychology, and an impressive list of certifications including Certified Dementia Practitioner, EssentiALZ professional, and advanced training in Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care®.
Adena is also a national speaker, developer of caregiver resources, and a constant source of insight for community-based teams. In her new role, she will provide clinical oversight and strategic guidance to ensure Maplewood's memory care programs continue to set the industry standard—personalized, evidence-based, and filled with heart.
Lauren Stowell Promoted to Senior Executive Director
Lauren Stowell has been promoted to Senior Executive Director in recognition of her exceptional leadership, dedication to community culture, and consistent operational excellence. Since joining Maplewood in 2018, Lauren has earned the respect and admiration of colleagues, residents, and families alike for her ability to create vibrant, compassionate environments where both residents and team members thrive.
With over 15 years of experience in senior living leadership, Lauren has excelled across a variety of roles and communities. Most recently, she served as Executive Director of Maplewood at Stony Hill, where her steady leadership and focus on collaboration elevated team performance, memory care programming, and resident satisfaction. Known for her deep understanding of operational efficiency, talent development, and strategic planning, Lauren has also been instrumental in mentoring emerging leaders within the organization.
In her new role, Lauren will oversee operations at Maplewood at Danbury and Maplewood at Newtown, in addition to continuing her leadership at Stony Hill. Her ability to bring teams together, solve challenges creatively, and cultivate community-wide engagement makes her a vital part of Maplewood's leadership team.
These leadership updates reinforce Maplewood Senior Living's strategic commitment to building a resilient, forward-thinking organization—one that champions innovation, delivers elevated care experiences, and attracts the best talent in the industry. "As Maplewood continues to grow and evolve, attracting and retaining exceptional talent is critical to strengthening our market position within today's highly competitive senior living landscape. These leaders bring the expertise, passion, and innovation that will ensure we remain at the forefront of care and service excellence," stated Shane Herlet, Co-CEO of Maplewood Senior Living and Inspīr.
To learn more, visit www.maplewoodseniorliving.com
About Maplewood Senior Living:
Maplewood Senior Living is known for its upscale senior living residences, offering a broad range of premier services, amenities, and care to its residents. Based in Westport, CT, Maplewood Senior Living operates 16 senior living communities in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Ohio. There is an Upper East Side location in Manhattan, NY, within the company's newest brand, Inspīr. This new, senior living offering was launched to provide a luxurious option for seniors looking to join a residential community in major metropolitan areas. A second Inspīr location, Inspīr Embassy Row, recently opened in Washington D.C.'s vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood. For more information, please call 203-557-4777 or visit http://www.maplewoodseniorliving.com.
About Inspīr
Inspīr is a new, luxury senior living brand offering a different approach to living for discerning older adults in urban markets. The brand represents the convergence of luxury accommodations, exceptional hospitality, cutting-edge technology, whole-person wellness and world-class care. The brand's flagship senior living residence, Inspīr Carnegie Hill, is located at 1802 Second Avenue at 93rd Street, in the heart of New York City's Upper East Side. A second location in Washington D.C.'s vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood, Inspīr Embassy Row, just opened and offers state-of-the-art assisted living and memory care options, with private apartments customized to fit the needs of an aging population. Inspīr is developed by Maplewood Senior Living, in partnership with Omega Healthcare Investors, Inc. (NYSE: OHI). For more information, please call 646-978-9040 or visit inspirseniorliving.com.
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