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Leaning on his expertise in business development, investments, underwriting and structuring, Joe Weisenburger leads business development initiatives to grow top-line revenue for the LCS Family of Companies. With more than two decades of experience, Joe is keenly knowledgeable about senior living investments and identifying strategic opportunities for organizations to meet the changing needs of current and future residents. In his role as vice president of business development, Joe focuses on expanding management and development opportunities by helping senior living communities better understand how the diverse services of LCS can help them thrive and grow.  

Joe is a member of Argentum and sits on the ASHA Public Policy Committee. He is also a past member of the NIC Conference Planning Committee. A recipient of the Western Golf Association Evans Scholarship, Joe holds a bachelor's in business administration from Miami University and a masters in investments from The Ohio State University. 

As the chief information officer for the LCS Family of Companies, Frank Vedder leads technology delivery and innovation. With the importance that technology plays in providing rich experiences to senior living communities, teams under Frank's leadership focus on providing operational efficiency and services to residents, and the staff who support them. With his guidance, LCS provides a nimble set of capabilities enabling expanded services to new communities in a minimally disruptive fashion. Frank's strong track record of partnering with business leaders, providing innovative technology solutions and attention to customer satisfaction that drives revenue growth, benefits LCS partners and the senior living communities it serves. 

At LCS, Frank leads initiatives to integrate technologies that advance the organization. In addition, he serves on the company's innovation council, enterprise risk management team, HCM Cloud steering committee and the committee on the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. Outside of the organization, Frank is a member of the Argentum Information Technology Roundtable as well as the Des Moines CIO Forum. He holds a bachelor's degree in math and computer science from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and an MBA from The University of Iowa.  

In support of the LCS vision, Monica leads the human resources team to ensure the LCS Family of Companies has an appropriate holistic talent strategy. In her role as senior vice president, chief human resources officer, Monica oversees effective recruitment, employee engagement, professional development, and the delivery of a competitive compensation and benefits program. Her focus on fostering a highly engaged workforce and environment ensures that LCS is the employer of choice in the senior living industry. By effectively executing on the Extraordinary Impressions framework, Monica assures LCS is well-positioned to create opportunities for purposeful living filled with rich experiences for its employees and senior living residents.  

Monica holds a bachelor’s degree in industrial relations human resources with highest distinction from The University of Iowa along with SPHR and SHRM-SCP designations. In addition, she is a graduate of the Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute Community Leadership Program and was named to the Des Moines Business Record’s Forty under 40. Monica was recognized as a Women of Influence honoree and awarded the American Red Cross Clara Barton Award for Meritorious Volunteer Leadership. She sits on the MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center board and the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire CHAASE board. She is a past member of the Business Education Alliance and United Way of Central Iowa boards, and she is the past board chair of the American Red Cross Iowa Chapter. At LCS, Monica is a member of the LCS Foundation Board of Directors. 

As the executive vice president/senior managing director of development and real estate, Charles Murphy is responsible for the strategy and performance oversight of LCS Development and LCS Real Estate. Capitalizing on his experience in developing, acquiring and managing commercial real estate for more than 30 years, Chuck directs the investment strategy and builds strategic partnerships that enhance the services LCS provides. Applying his expertise of working with a range of property types including hospitality, residential, land development and health care within private equity, public and entrepreneurial platforms, Chuck leads his teams to create special three-dimensional experiences for senior living communities and the seniors they serve. 

At LCS, Chuck is a member of the LCS Investment Committee. Outside the organization, he is a member of the Urban Land Institute, Wisconsin Real Estate Alumni Association and he serves as a board member of the James A. Graaskamp Center for Real Estate at The University of Wisconsin. Chuck earned his bachelor’s degree in economics and a master’s degree in real estate investment analysis from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. 

Serving as executive vice president/senior managing director of Life Plan Communities, Rick Exline leads a team of highly skilled professionals dedicated to elevating senior living experience. With over four decades of knowledge and expertise, Rick oversees the company’s Life Plan Community management services, national marketing and sales, and the LCS health care group. Collaborating with the LCS leadership team, Exline identifies growth strategies that maximize market opportunities for single site, affiliated, and third-party managed communities. With a precise focus on performance excellence, Rick’s team developed and launched the next generation opportunity platform for third-party managed Life Plan Communities. This innovation transformed the regional operations support model by relocating regional and corporate support staff. 

At LCS, Rick serves on the board of managers for Life Care Companies LLC, the board of directors for LCS Holdings, Inc., and the executive leadership and senior living management teams. Rick is also a trustee for the company’s 401(k) benefits program. Outside the organization, Rick serves on the Simpson College Board of Trustees and is a board member for Above & Beyond Cancer. He holds dual bachelor’s degrees in business administration and health care leadership.  

Capitalizing on his reputation as a change agent, Chris Bird brings his expertise to the communities LCS serves. By leading operations, building community occupancy, fostering capital partner relationships, and developing new business, Chris implements strategies to deliver on the expectations of owners and shareholders. As executive vice president, chief operating officer, Chris oversees Life Care Services, CPS, asset management, procurement, and onboarding operations. His ability to analyze issues, devise continuous process improvements, and incorporate business process initiatives drives performance improvement for the overall operation.   

At LCS, Chris mentors future leaders by providing guidance, expertise and resources to develop professional skills in the senior living industry. In addition, he is a member of the LCS Board of Directors and the LCS Audit Committee. Chris is a member of the Argentum Advisory Council and the Argentum Chief Operating Officer Roundtable. He holds a bachelor's degree in history from the University of Memphis, Tennessee. 

As a high energy, results-driven executive, Diane Bridgewater directs all financial aspects and operating infrastructure at LCS to ensure corporate, field and community team members have the resources necessary to provide exceptional customer satisfaction to residents. Serving as executive vice president/chief financial and administrative officer at LCS, Diane is responsible for directing all financial and business operations in addition to overseeing the company’s insurance business line, information technology, compliance, regulatory and legal matters. In her executive leadership role, Diane helps to drive strategy development and execution resulting in strong financial performance and growth. 

At LCS, Diane serves on the Board of Managers, Life Care Companies LLC; Board of Directors, LCS Holdings, Inc.; Audit Committee, Life Care Companies LLC; 401K Administrative Committee, Investment Committee and Enterprise Risk Management Committee. Outside the organization, she is a member of the Argentum – CFO Roundtable. In addition, Diane sits on Casey’s General Stores board, audit committee and compensation committee. She is also a member of the board and audit committee at Guide One Insurance. Diane holds bachelor's degrees in accounting and French from the University of Northern Iowa.

As president and chief executive officer of LCS, Joel Nelson is responsible for executing the business strategy across all business lines in the LCS Family of Companies. Joel provides leadership and direction for business growth, service excellence, and enhancing the company’s stability and value among financial partners, property owners, and other stakeholders in the senior living field. Joel joined LCS in 1986 and has held several executive roles. He is responsible for the oversight of serving 40,000+ seniors in 140+ communities.  

Joel serves on the board of managers for Life Care Companies, LCS Holdings, is a member of the compensation committee and is a trustee of the Company’s 401(k) benefits program. He also has served on the board audit committee and the insurance captive (Hexagon). Outside LCS, Joel serves on various industry and community boards. Within the industry, Joel is member of the National Investment Center operator advisory board, a member of the Argentum Board of Directors and the co-chair of the public policy committee. Joel is active in the Des Moines community and serves as a trustee for ChildServe and is a member of the Central Iowa United Way Board of Directors. Joel holds a bachelor’s degree in business management and health care administration from Simpson College.