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Before the appointment at Oak Hammock, Kevin was the Regional Vice President of Operations of Volunteers of America, where he was initially hired in 2004 to lead Gulf Coast Village, a 36-acre non-profit Life Plan/continuing care retirement community that employed 480 associates with an annual budget of $34MM. In 2017, he was promoted to lead the organization’s expanding portfolio in Southwest Florida. That portfolio comprised four different communities: Gulf Coast Village; Senior Choice at Home, a Life Plan Community “at home;” The Preserve in Fort Myers, an assisted living and skilled nursing facility; and The Colonnade of Estero, a Life Plan Community located on 22 acres scheduled to begin construction in 2022.

He has been the Chairmen of the Gulf Coast Village Foundation, as well as a member of the Cape Coral Chief of Police Advisory Committee, a past trustee for the Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce, a past trustee for the Cape Coral Community Foundation, co-chair with the Chief Administrator Officer of Cape Coral Hospital for the Cape Coral Adult and Junior Leadership Class. Kevin is a 12-year Rotarian, serving as president in 2014-2015.

Kevin was named the 2019 Nonprofit Executive of the Year by the Cape Coral Community Foundation and was listed among the Top 5 Bosses in Southwest Florida, as determined by SWFL Gulf Shore Business.

He received his Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration from the University of Toledo, focusing on health care management, strategic planning and organizational leadership. He and his wife, Sandy, have two children. Their son, Maxwell, attends the University of South Florida, and their daughter, Caroline, attends the University of Florida.

From conception to construction, each project requires significant collaborative planning and oversight, so when projects like Oak Hammock come into fruition, it’s always a proud moment for Andrew.

For Andrew, the senior living industry was the perfect way to merge philanthropy and quantitative analysis. He is motivated by the resident experience and the satisfaction of being able to help someone individually every day. He loves working at Oak Hammock because unlike most accounting positions, he gets a lot of interpersonal interaction. Additionally, with its diverse accounting functions, Andrew finds the bookkeeping at Oak Hammock fascinating as it is a synergy of many different industries.

He is designated as a retirement housing professional, or RHP, with LeadingAge, of which he is a member of the local and national organizations. He is a board member for the local Helping Hands Clinic. He is often a guest lecturer at the University of Florida and is on an informal speaker’s circuit for various trade and industry groups and events, including the Annual Actuarial Conference for A.V. Powell and Associates.

Andrew attended both the University of Florida and the University of North Florida and holds both a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a master’s degree in accountancy. He has over 30 years of senior housing industry experience and has worked for PRAXEIS, LLC., The Haskell Company and Fleet Landing in project management and development, financial planning and strategic planning.

In the future, Andrew is looking forward to continuing to work through strategic master planning, preparing and educating the board for refinancing and helping to continue to grow the financial strength and stability of Oak Hammock. Andrew is eager to continue to manage the pandemic recovery progress and keep his team happy, engaged and productive.

Sonja is a highly respected and experienced leader within Oak Hammock, and her expanded role reflects both her contributions to the community and the Board’s confidence in her ability to help lead the organization forward. In this role, she provides executive oversight of daily operations across the full continuum of care, ensuring strong coordination and consistency in service delivery.

Adding the COO leader position was an enhancement directly aligned with Oak Hammock’s strategic plan and supports several of its key priorities:

• Strengthening operational excellence across all levels of the community.
• Enhancing the resident experience through improved coordination, responsiveness and deeper integration of opportunities through our relationship with the University of Florida and the greater Gainesville community.
• Supporting growth and campus development initiatives.
• Ensuring leadership capacity to meet future demands.

By establishing a dedicated COO, the organization is better positioned to execute on these priorities while maintaining the high standards that define Oak Hammock.

Sonja has worked in health care for 30 years. Before joining Oak Hammock, Sonja served as a regional clinical operations manager with Volunteers of America in southwest Florida. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Andrews University, with further studies in gerontology at the University of Illinois, and she received her advanced practice nursing, or RN, degree at the University of Michigan. In addition, Sonja has received the following certifications: National Heath Career, or NHA, Resident Assessment Coordinator, or RAC-CT, Wound Care Certification, or WCC, and Certified Legal Health Care Consultant, or CLNC.

When asked about her role, Sonja expressed, “I love everything about my job—from interacting with residents and families to supporting our dedicated staff. My aim is to positively impact residents and streamline our team’s efforts.”

Sonja is focused on enhancing Oak Hammock’s reputation for excellence by fostering continuous improvement, encouraging her team’s professional growth and promoting empowerment. Personally, Sonja takes pride in her role as a mother of three successful sons and grandmother of seven adorable grandchildren. She enjoys all things “Mickey Mouse” and pink flamingos. She passionately supports University of Michigan football and now that she lives in Gainesville, cheers for the Gators!

Nicole moved to Florida and joined the Oak Hammock team in 2025 after several years of service at Covenant Living of Colorado, Frasier Meadows and Academy Mapleton Hill, in Boulder, Colorado.  Over the last three decades, Nicole has served as director of activities, director of wellness and as a physical therapy aide for HealthONE, one of the Broncos Sports Medicine physical therapy sites.

Nicole received her bachelor’s degree in integrative arts with a minor in exercise and sports science from The Pennsylvania State University and a master’s degree in business administration from Western Governors University. She holds many diverse certifications, including the American College of Sports Medicine Group exercise physiologist, master certified wellness coach through the Catalyst Coaching Institute, PWR! Moves certified instructor through the Parkinson Wellness Recovery program in Tucson, Arizona, Pilates reformer certified instructor through the National Exercise Trainers Association, aquatics program leader and exercise program instructor through the Arthritis Foundation and many others.

Nicole strives to bring out the very best in every person she encounters by helping to identify and cultivate programs to fully enrich their lives through exercise, activities and continuing educational opportunities. Nicole believes that anything’s possible in life and that collaboration between residents and staff creates a ‘dream-team’ approach to accomplishing collective goals of living a well-balanced, enriched, healthy and thriving life.

In her spare time, Nicole enjoys exercising, doing anything outdoors, reading, playing her flute, attending cultural and sporting events and meeting new people.  Nicole has two grown children, Grace and Coleman, as well as a Jack Russell Terrier named Piper.

In 2024, her team responded to more than 350 inquiries and conducted over 325 onsite visits with new and re-engaged leads. She and her team maintain a waitlist of approximately 200 prospective residents. In Nickie’s time at Oak Hammock, more than 250 residents have selected the community as their lifelong home, with about 60 percent of all residents migrating to Oak Hammock from outside of the primary market area.

Nickie’s nine-year directorship experience in residential development and construction and nearly 10 years working in health care at the UF Health Academic Medical System guided her toward the senior living industry. She’s a UF graduate, and she’s accredited in public relations by the Public Relations Society of America’s Universal Accreditation Board. She has belonged to several professional associations throughout her career, including the Ad Federation of Gainesville, the Gainesville and Alachua County Association of Realtors, the Builders Association of North Central Florida and the American Hospital Association’s Society for Healthcare Strategy and Market Development. Currently, she is a member of the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce and the Florida Public Relations Association, through which she has served as local chapter president and former six-term board member. She is also a member of LeadingAge Southeast.

Nickie has lived in the Gainesville area for most of her life. She and her husband have two children, ages 12 and 16. They enjoy baseball, softball, nature parks and beach time.

As director of operations, Bill leads a team of 60 team members responsible for overseeing security, housekeeping, laundry, maintenance, grounds and landscaping. Additionally, he plays an influential role in the expansion of Oak Hammock’s residential units, as well as the upcoming renovation of many existing spaces within the 136-acre campus.

Oak Hammock is home to more than 500 residents, who all benefit from 24-hour security, miles of walking trails, beautiful gardens and patios, sport courts, a dog park and numerous indoor and outdoor gathering spaces. Bill and his teams are responsible for maintaining all these spaces. Bill and his team are also responsible for the preparation of newly renovated residences for incoming residents.

When asked what his role encompasses, Bill stated, “If it is air, water or electrical, we keep it running. If it’s broken, we fix it. Our operations team keeps residents and staff comfortable, happy and safe.” Easy going and humble, Bill is proud to serve the people and team members of Oak Hammock.

Bill finds daily challenges rewarding and particularly enjoys interacting with Oak Hammock’s residents, whom he describes as “highly educated, articulate and gracious.” He holds the Oak Hammock leadership team in high regard, considering them the most qualified he has worked with throughout his career.

Bill holds a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and a master’s degree in teaching from LaGrange College in Georgia. His career includes roles as a high school math and science teacher in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. He also has served in the military for eight years as a machinist’s mate second class on nuclear submarines.

Outside of his responsibilities at Oak Hammock, Bill enjoys working on projects at home on a farm. He remarried a year ago, and together with his wife, they have a blended family of eight children, along with two dogs and a cat. They also are proud grandparents, with two grandchildren and two more on the way. Family activities include sailing, fishing and spending time by the ocean.

As the director of nursing, Michelle oversees a dedicated team of more than 80 nursing staff, ensuring exceptional quality care for residents. Her job is to ensure each resident has a plan of care which will meet all their physical and emotional needs. Michelle is also responsible for resident advocacy, staff management and training, operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Residents in skilled nursing are cherished members of the Oak Hammock community. No matter how the residents’ needs may change, short- or long-term, the nursing team provides the most home-like skilled nursing experience with quality, personalized care and professional support. Compassionate and caring nurses take the time to get to know the residents, regardless of the length of their stay. Individualized care plans are developed according to each resident’s needs, so nurses can deliver highly tailored senior care and the best transition support, if needed.

Michelle and her team of nurses are committed to the quality of life and well-being of every resident. They ensure the skilled nursing residents and their families feel comfortable with the level of care they receive. Their goal is to maintain Oak Hamock’s five-star rating and pursue  high awards for service.

Michelle says, “One of the most impactful experiences for her at Oak Hammock has been working side-by-side with her team, becoming a trusted leader, listening to her team members and making sure they know how important they are in the lives of the residents and patients at Oak Hammock.

As the director of nursing, Michelle also recognizes the value of empowering her team and helping them achieve success by being knowledgeable, confident and competent to care for residents at various stages of life.

Michelle started her nursing career as a certified nursing assistant almost 20 years ago. Throughout her career, she has worked in several positions within long-term care and intensive care. After becoming a registered nurse, Michelle received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of West Florida.

A local from North Central Florida, Michelle now lives in Jonesville, with her husband and their two children. Raised by her grandparents, she serves as her grandmother’s health care surrogate, demonstrating her commitment to family and community. Outside of work, Michelle and her family enjoy outdoor activities, including golf.

Throughout his career, Calvin has built a reputation for driving clinical excellence, operational performance and regulatory success. He has successfully led organizations through complex healthcare environments by implementing innovative, evidence-based strategies that enhance quality outcomes and strengthen organizational performance. His expertise in regulatory compliance, quality improvement and risk management enables providers to navigate change confidently while maintaining a strong focus on resident well-being and satisfaction.

Calvin is especially passionate about infection prevention and control, quality assurance, emergency preparedness and care delivery innovation. He has played a key role in developing and implementing policies, procedures and quality initiatives that promote safety, improve outcomes and support sustainable operational excellence. His collaborative approach fosters strong interdisciplinary partnerships, ensuring that residents receive the highest standard of compassionate, person-centered care.

A firm believer that exceptional care begins with exceptional leadership, Calvin is dedicated to cultivating high-performing teams. He is recognized for his ability to mentor emerging leaders, empower frontline staff and create environments that encourage professional growth, accountability and continuous learning. His leadership philosophy centers on open communication, collaboration and the development of strong organizational cultures that support both team members and residents.

Calvin earned both his Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration and Master of Healthcare Administration from Western Governors University, in addition to his Associate Degree in Nursing from Iowa Western Community College. He holds Registered Nurse licensure in multiple states and is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator in Florida. His extensive professional certifications include board certifications in Infection Prevention, Antibiotic Stewardship and Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement, as well as advanced credentials in dementia care and assisted living administration.

As a lifelong learner and advocate for excellence in aging services, Calvin remains committed to helping organizations elevate the quality of care, strengthen leadership capabilities and create thriving communities for older adults. His combination of clinical expertise, operational insight and passion for service makes him a trusted partner and respected leader within the senior living and post-acute care industries.

Bob is responsible for everything under the technology umbrella at Oak Hammock from mobile devices to elaborate medical technology. He is instrumental in keeping the 24-hour Health Pavilion systems working properly and is readily available should something go awry. His technical support isn’t only limited to staff; residents seek him out for assistance and advice. Since Bob arrived at Oak Hammock, he has updated much of the server and data center infrastructure to meet the organization’s technological needs and to operate with minimal downtimes.

After working 21 years in higher education, Bob sought a new challenge. Since coming to Oak Hammock, Bob has loved getting to know the dynamic residents and learning about all of their fascinating lives. He flourishes in an environment where there is human interaction and he can see first-hand how his work impacts people’s lives. He believes face-to-face interaction is the best way to solve the problem and maintains the highest working order in his organizations by translating their technological needs.

Looking ahead, Bob aims to improve efficiency within the IT department while looking for new ways to control costs. As part of his plan, he will renegotiate vendor contracts from a position of strength through competitive processes designed to get the features and technology tools our staff and residents require for fair market value.

Bob has an associate’s degree in computer information systems, a bachelor’s in management information systems and a master’s in business and administration, all from the University of Alaska Anchorage. He worked at his alma mater in various roles such as programmer and systems analyst and then as an information systems manager. While still employed with the University and with a small child at home, Bob went back to the books to tackle his master’s degree. During this time, he was promoted to information and communications systems director.