In this episode of The Peach Pass Podcast by GSLA, we sit down with leadership expert and bestselling author Kristen Hadeed to explore what human-centered leadership truly looks like in senior living. Kristen shares honest lessons from her early days building Student Maid, why mistakes make us better leaders, and how trust, psychological safety, and meaningful relationships drive high-performing teams.

Whether you’re leading a community, supporting a team, or navigating constant change, this conversation offers practical, real-world takeaways you can put into practice immediately.

Join us for the final session of our Sales & Marketing Webinar Series on The Peach Pass Podcast! This dynamic panel brings together agency experts and community sales leaders to share strategies for marketing on any budget, maximizing ROI, and staying ahead in the ever-evolving world of senior living.

Tune in and stay in the fast lane of senior living!

Culture isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the backbone of leadership. In senior living, the best leaders know we’re not in the real estate or care business…we’re in the people business. In this episode, we dive deep into what it really takes to build intentional, empathetic, and resilient cultures that thrive through change.

Joining us are two powerhouse voices shaping the future of our industry: Michael Wang, founder of Inspiren and creator of AUGi, and James Lee, co-founder and CEO of Bella Groves. 

From the bedside to the boardroom, from technology to human connection, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about leadership, culture, and what it means to truly put people first.

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Peach Pass Podcast — Putting You in the Fast Lane of Senior Living Leadership.

In this episode, we explore Next Gen Leadership—what it means to step into leadership roles in senior living today and how the next generation of leaders is reshaping the industry.

Our featured guests include Bear Mahon, CEO of Oaks Senior Living and COO of CaraVita Senior Care and CaraVita Home Care; Michelle Minor, CEO of Second Wind Dreams; and Leslie Finkley, COO of Orchard Senior Living. Together, they share their personal leadership journeys, lessons learned, and forward-thinking insights on how to view your leadership pipeline as an asset and foster growth for those ready to take the next step.

Whether you’re an emerging leader or a seasoned executive, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about leadership development and inspire you to invest in the next wave of talent.

We are so glad you are here! Host Catie Ramp introduces the Peach Pass Podcast by GSLA—your express lane to senior living leadership in Georgia. Learn what this podcast is all about, who it’s for, and what you can expect in the episodes ahead. Whether you’re tuning in from your desk, your car, or on the go, we’re here to deliver timely, relevant content to support your leadership journey across every level of senior living. #seniorliving #PeachPassPodcast #GSLA #SeniorLivingLeadership #AssistedLiving #GeorgiaSeniorLiving #LeadershipDevelopment #LongTermCare #SeniorCareProfessionals