In this episode of the ALF Boss Podcast, I sit down with Michael Almeida, Executive Director of Brookdale Phillippi Creek in Sarasota, FL. Michael's journey into assisted living is nothing short of inspiring—he began as a maintenance director and, through hard work, perseverance, and a passion for serving seniors, worked his way up to executive leadership.

As a Navy veteran and former corpsman, Michael shares how his military background shaped his leadership style, how he overcame challenges during COVID, and why being approachable, fun, and down-to-earth has been key to his success in growing census and building strong teams.

If you've ever thought about becoming an Executive Director—or want to hear the mindset it takes to thrive in senior living—you won't want to miss this conversation.