CALA News & Views | Issue 54 | Impact

                              CALA is proud to celebrate our 2025 Workforce Champions who go above and beyond to support workforce outreach. These leaders bring senior living to life for students by speaking in classrooms, presenting at conferences and opening their communities for tours. By sharing their stories, they inspire curiosity and help students discover meaningful careers in senior living. CALA Celebrates 2025 Workforce Champions Lindsey Flores – Senior Vice President of Operations, Carlton Senior Living Lindsey Flores was recognized for her inspiring outreach to future professionals. She spoke with De Anza College’s Psychology Club about how her psychology degree shaped her leadership and career growth at Carlton. Lindsey also introduced students to the Elevate Conference Scholarship and recorded a statewide video encouraging psychology majors to explore senior living careers. CALA thanks Lindsey for her energy and commitment to supporting the next generation. James Arp – Senior Executive Director, Belmont Village La Jolla CALA recognizes James Arp for his continued support of workforce initiatives. James has shared his career story in virtual sessions, illustrating how his background in communication disorders and psychology prepared him for leadership. He offered his educational experience as a highlight for CALA’s college career flyer and continues to speak with students statewide about career opportunities in senior living. We appreciate his ongoing partnership and advocacy. Eric Hostetter – Former Executive Director, Bruceville Point, Tenfold Senior Living With more than 25 years in senior living, Eric Hostetter embodies dedication and leadership. A proud veteran, he began as a maintenance director and advanced to executive director of Bruceville Point in Elk Grove and principal of Tenfold Senior Living. He hosted Cosumnes River College culinary students for a tour on dining services in senior living. Eric also volunteered at CALA conferences, greeting scholarship recipients and helping them feel welcome. CALA thanks him for his service, leadership and mentorship of future professionals. Jonathan Karp – Regional Director of Operations, Agemark Senior Living Jonathan Karp has been instrumental in connecting hospitality students to senior living. With more than 30 years of leadership experience, he has shared his journey with hospitality management students at College of the Desert for the past two years. His presentations have sparked growing interest in CALA’s scholarship program, leading to nearly 10 additional applicants. CALA thanks Jonathan for his dedication and inspiring outreach in Southern California. Sara Padilla – Vice President of Health Services, Senior Resource Group With over 25 years of clinical, long-term care and technology experience, Sara Padilla oversees resident-centered health services across SRG communities. A registered nurse and CALA Workforce Development Committee member, she has shared her professional journey through CALA-hosted webinars, inspiring students to explore healthcare careers in senior living. Through her mentorship and outreach, Sarah continues to open doors for students pursuing meaningful careers in senior living. Laura Fischer – President, Integral Senior Living Laura Fischer brings more than two decades of leadership to her role as president of Integral Senior Living. A CALA board treasurer, she has shared her educational and professional journey through CALA webinars, helping students see the many pathways available in senior living. CALA celebrates Laura’s leadership, generosity and a deep commitment to workforce development.

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