Collaboration inspires innovation, and when operators like Matt Rezkalla, Managing Director at Agemark Senior Living, join industry leaders at the NHI Symposium, there are plenty of new ideas to come. Hear his story of breaking into the industry and why he chooses to stay and innovate on this episode of Bridge the Gap.

This episode was recorded at the NHI Music City Symposium. 

Hear Agemark’s Michael Pittore on Ep. 381.

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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.

With decades of experience in senior living, Greg Roderick, CEO of Frontier Senior Living, joins the show to discuss the industry’s comeback from COVID-19 and the future benefits of value-based care. From repurposing buildings to new development, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

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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.

The NIC Fall Conference is headed to Austin, Texas, and Amy Peters, VP of Conferences, Meetings & Events, is here to share insights, session details, and an agenda preview. Plus, a special announcement from Amy you won’t want to miss.

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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.

Returning guest, Chief Operating Officer of NIC MAP, Kyle Gardner, shares details from NIC MAP’s 2Q report and what they mean for the future of senior living. Hear takes from the entire table as they talk through the data and how it impacts different areas of the industry.

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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.

How does hospitality affect every interaction we have with residents? Tune in to hear Frederick Zarrilli, President and CEO of Senior Living Hospitality, give us the answer. From storytelling to paying attention to the little things, this episode is full of practical insights.

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This episode was recorded at the NHI Music City Symposium.

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Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.

Join Robb Chapin, Co-Founder of Channel Marker Advisors, as he joins the show to give us a play-by-play breakdown of senior living. Hear incredible insights from an industry veteran on the current state of senior living and the direction we’re headed. Hear everything from new projects to how operators can pivot to thrive.

This episode was recorded at the NHI Symposium. 

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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.

Jimmy Justice, Chief Operating Officer of William James Group, joined the show to share insights on their growth in secondary markets, employee retention strategies, and what work-life balance means for those in seniors housing.

This episode was recorded at the NHI Symposium. 

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Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.

What can Toy Story teach us about senior living? Find out on this episode of Bridge the Gap with Matthew Luhn, a former Pixar and Simpsons Story Artist who helped create the stories of classics like Monsters Inc., Finding Nemo, Ratatouille, and more. Learn everything from structuring stories to how to build trust, plus a few exciting details about future projects. 

This episode was recorded at the NHI Symposium. 

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Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.

We are unpacking how REITs support senior living operators, plus hear insider details into the recent proxy fight with an activist investor straight from Eric Mendelsohn, CEO of NHI. Don’t miss these valuable lessons from an industry leader on serving partners and working toward mutual success.

This episode was recorded at the 2025 NHI Symposium.

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Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.

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. 

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Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.