Executive Cabinet
Robert L. Rundle, Jr. | President/CEO
Robert L. Rundle, Jr.
President/CEO
In his capacity as President/CEO, Bob has strategic and managerial accountability for all ministries of SpiriTrust Lutheran® and its subsidiaries. His role involves ensuring the integrity of the agency’s core values, donor cultivation, public relations, strategic visioning, providing leadership to the executive staff and promotion of a philosophy consistent with the mission of the agency while employing sound business practices.
Contact:
1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA 17404
[email protected] | 717.854.3971 (phone) | 717.852.0900 (fax)
Education:
Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Administration (cum laude), Kings College, Wilkes-Barre, PA
Accreditation/Certifications/Licenses:
CPA (1982-present)
Professional Awards or Honors:
LeadingAge PA, Paul P. Haas Lifetime Achievement Award (2015)
Professional Affiliations:
CEN-PANPHA, board chair (2007-2010)
LeadingAge PA, board member (2006-2012)
Lutheran Planned Giving, chair (2009-2012)
Lutheran Services in America (LSA) Planned Lutheran Network Committee (1996-present) American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (1985-present)
PA Institute of Certified Public Accountant (1985-present)
Lutheran Disaster Response Advisory Committee (2010-2016)
Kairos Health Systems, past chair
Medical Assistance Long-Term Services & Support Advisory Committee (2015-present)
Angela L. Dohrman | Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Angela L. Dohrman
Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
As a member of the SpiriTrust Lutheran® executive cabinet, Angela provides operational direction and oversight to the three service lines within the organization: community health, life plan communities and life enhancing services. She is designated to serve as acting CEO, if needed, and contributes to the development and implementation of the SpiriTrust Lutheran strategic plan. Assigned the task of insuring that service line goals and programs align with the strategic imperatives of the organization, Angela leads the SpiriTrust Lutheran executive operations team in accomplishing the goals of the agency. Resident and client satisfaction, regulatory compliance and organizational performance excellence are key drivers of the team’s success; and to that end, Angela’s role also includes the establishment of best practices, key performance measures, and outcomes for operations. Angela is also responsible for contract negotiations and the procurement of contracted services including pharmacy, rehabilitation, and dining services. Oversight of the agency’s growth plan and construction projects also falls under Angela’s areas of responsibility.
Contact:
1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA 17404
[email protected]
717.854.2879 (phone) | 717.852.0900 (fax)
Education:
Bachelor’s of Social Work, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, PA
Master of Science, Health Services Administration, College of Saint Francis, Joliet, IL
Professional Affiliations:
Kairos Board of Directors, vice chair (2015-present) and member (2007-2011)
Leading Age PA Board of Directors (2006-2017)
Leading Age PA Chair (2013-2015)
Leading Age PA statewide Public Policy Chair (2011-2013)
Leading Age Public Policy Congress (2011-2013)
Leading Age PA Central Chapter Board of Directors (2006-2016)
Professional Awards or Honors:
LeadingAge PA, Paul P. Haas Distinguished Service Award (2017)
Shippensburg University, Distinguished Alumnus Award, 2007
PANPHA, Leader of the Year, 2005
Community Volunteerism:
Embracing Aging Advisory Committee, York County Community Foundation (2013-present)
Healthy York County Coalition Leadership Council (2015-present)
York YMCA Board (2017-2019)
Governor’s Commission on Long Term Care (2014)
Hahn Home Advisory Committee, York, PA (2012-2013)
Hahn Home Board of Directors, York, PA (2009-2011)
Shippensburg University, College of Education and Human Services Advisory Board (former member)
Carol Hess | Chief Human Resources Officer and Vice President of Human Resources
Carol Hess
Chief Human Resources Officer and Vice President of Human Resources
As a member of the executive cabinet Carol oversees all Human Resources functions for the agency, including the payroll function. She is responsible for creating a workforce-friendly environment, increasing the level of employee engagement and looking for new ways to improve efficiency and give team members access to appropriate data through technology. In addition, she leads internal and external communications and branding.
Contact:
1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA 17404
[email protected]
717.854.3971, ext. 10438 (phone) | 717.854.2635 (fax)
Education:
Bachelor of Science, Applied Math and Economics, Ursinus College, Collegeville, PA (1982)
Master of Business Administration, Administrative Management, St. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, PA (1987)
Professional Awards or Honors:
HR Executive Magazine, Human Resources Honor Roll, 1991
Central Penn Business Journal, Best 50 Women in Business, 1990
Community Volunteerism:
Brethern Village Board of Directors vice chair (present)
Brethern Benefits Trust Board of Directors member (2009-present)
Lancaster Chamber of Commerce and Industry Board of Directors chair (2000)
United Way of Lancaster County Board of Directors Chair (1998-2000) and County-Wide Campaign Chair (1996)
Community Awards:
United Way of America, Children’s Champion Award, 2005
Working Mother Magazine, Working Mother of the Year, 1992
Executive Leadership Team
Julianne Devaney | Vice President of Life Plan Communities
Julianne Devaney
Vice President of Life Plan Communities
Julianne is responsible provides leadership to all six village executive directors by giving guidance to them as they perform their daily work. A main focus of her work is resident satisfaction and helping implement operational goals and programs for each life plan community. She also is responsible for the development of a community operational plan that includes aligned efforts to achieve the system-wide strategic initiatives. Julianne works with the agency’s senior vice president/chief operating officer to establish budget and occupancy goals for each level of resident living at the community. Regulatory compliance and the delivery of quality, resident-centered care are under Julianne’s scope of responsibilities.
Contact:
1802 Folkemer Circle, York, PA 17404
[email protected]
717.764-9994 (phone) | 717.767.0587 (fax)
Education:
Licensed Practical Nurse, Hunterdon Medical Center – Warren Community College, Flemington, New Jersey
Accreditation/Certifications/Licenses:
Personal Care Home Administrator
Crystal L. Hull, MPA, ABC | Vice President of Communications & Public Relations
Crystal L. Hull, ABC, MPA
Vice President of Communications & Public Relations
Crystal is responsible for managing the vision and execution of the agency’s internal and external communications and public relations program, including corporate brand awareness and management; media relations, crisis and issues management; communications counseling; community relations; event planning; and social media. She also plays an integral role in overall agency marketing efforts. In addition, she provides leadership to the agency-wide communications-public relations-marketing advisory group; serves as the webmaster for five agency-related sites; is the managing editor of the corporate magazine and team member newsletter; and provides leadership to the communications team.
Contact:
1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA 17404
[email protected]
717.854.3971 (phone)
Education:
Masters in Public Administration, Pennsylvania State University (Middletown, PA)
Bachelor of Arts, Communications/Journalism, Shippensburg University (Shippensburg, PA)
Accreditation/Certifications/Licenses:
Accredited Business Communicator (ABC), International Association of Business Communicators
Professional Affiliations:
Shippensburg University: Adjunct Faculty – Department of Communications/Journalism (2016)
International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), member (1989-present), local chapter Accreditation Mentoring Program Co-Developer & Mentor (November 2006-present), IABC Past Presidents “Communicator of the Year’ Nomination and Review Committee (1994-present), Accreditation Program District III Written Test Examiner & Proctor (1996-1999), National Delegate (1993-1994), President (1992-1993), Vice President for Communication (1989, 1991-1992), Co-Coordinator – Membership Directory (1990, 1991 & 1992), Awards Presentation Committee (1988 & 1989)
Pennsylvania Public Relations Society (1993-present), Nominating and Professional Standards Committee (2018-2019)), President (2017), Vice President (2016), Secretary (2015),Treasurer (2014), Student Development Chair (2012), Special Events Co-Chair (2011), Publicity Chair (2010), Membership Chair (2009), Programming Co-Chair (2008)
LeadingAge PA
Professional Awards or Honors:
2017 Pennsylvania Public Relations Society’s Robert M. Fisher Recruitment Award
2012 Pennsylvania Public Relations Society’s Ernest R. McDowell Award for Excellence in Public Relations
IABC Gold Quill Awards Mentor (2012)
Co-Author, Instructor Handbook for IABC Handbook of Organizational Communication (2011)
HealthAmerica Fellowship for Academic Excellence (2004-2005)
Daniel P. Poore, Penn State Harrisburg Chapter of Pi Alpha Alpha, the National Honor Society of Public Affairs and Administration (2004)
IABC Awards: District III Award for Overall Achievement (1995), Bronze Capital Award for Media Relations (1995), District III Par Excellence Award for leadership as president of local chapter (1993), District III Winner’s Circle Award for Video Production (1992), Gold Capital Award for Media Relations (1992), Gold Capital Award for Promotion (1991).
Community Volunteerism:
Alzheimer’s Association, Harrisburg Walk Co-Chair – Marketing & Outreach Committee (2016)
West Shore Elks Club
Dhaval Patel | Vice President of Home Health & Hospice
Dhaval Patel, Vice President of Home Care & Hospice
Dhaval is responsible for the overall operations for SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice and development of high-level strategies that supports the mission and values of the agency.
Contact:
2700 Luther Drive, Chambersburg, PA 17202
717.217.3515 (phone) | 717.655.8407 (cell) | 717.264.6347 (fax)
[email protected]
Education: Bachelor of Science, Health Policy and Administration, Pennsylvania State University (University Park, PA)
Accreditation/Certifications/Licenses:
Certified Specialist Business Intelligence (CSBI)
Hospice Compliance Certificate Program
Certified Specialist Accounting and Finance (CSAF)
Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP)
Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR)
Professional Affiliations:
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO)
National Partnership for Hospice Innovation (NPHI)
Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA)
American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)
Kenneth Watts | Executive Director - Social & Specialty Services
Kenneth Watts
Executive Director – Social & Specialty Services
Kenny is responsible for managing and overseeing the day-to-day operation of four SpiriTrust Lutheran® programs – Domestic Abuse Solutions, Financial Education & Coaching and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance; developing and managing program budgets; and implementing programmatic and funding strategies to sustain, expand and/or enhance existing life enhancing programs.
Contact:
750 Kelly Drive, York, PA 17404
[email protected] | 717.852.4357 (phone) | 717.854.0806 (fax)
Education:
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, Bloomsburg, PA, Bachelor of Arts – Political Science
Lancaster Bible College, Lancaster, PA, Bachelor of Science – Bible & Ministry and Master of Arts – Leadership Studies
Accreditation/Certifications/Licenses:
Enrolled Agent – Admitted to practice before the Internal Revenue Service
Certified Trainer – Bridges Out of Poverty
Certified Facilitator – Creating a Process of Change for Men Who Batter
Community Volunteerism:
York Area Housing Group – Board of Directors (2018 – Present)
York Suburban School District – Board of School Directors (2017 – Present)
Sertoma Club of York (2013 – Current)
Kathryn "Kay" Weidner | Vice President of Clinical Excellence
Kathryn “Kay” Weidner
Vice President of Clinical Excellence
As vice president of quality, Kay is responsible for the overall development, implementation and coordination of programs to assure quality of care and healthcare related services provided within the life plan communities and community health services. Kay works with clinical leaders on the development of best practices and adherence to regulatory requirements. She also is tasked with clinical education and works closely with other leaders in executing operational plans.
Contact:
1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA 17404
[email protected]
717.854.3971, ext. 10446 (phone) | 717.852.0900 (fax)
Education:
College of New Jersey
Accreditation/Certifications/Licenses:
Certified Nursing Director
Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA
Melissa Williams, CASP | Vice President of Sales & Marketing
Melissa Williams, CASP
Vice President of Sales & Marketing
Melissa is responsible for the oversight and management of the agency’s marketing and sales program for senior living, home care & hospice and LIFE, including the development and implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve realistic and attainable revenue and expense projections; plans to achieve agency occupancy and admission goals; advertising and collateral material development for all three service areas; and management and integration of external vendor relationships. She plays an integral role in the agency’s strategic planning process as a trusted advisor on expansion planning, repositioning of communities and renovation of product offerings. She also is a member of the agency’s project development team for new products and service line opportunities. In addition, she provides leadership to the sales team through coaching, mentoring and the development of community-specific marketing plans and is responsible for maintaining an accurate and current awareness of the competitive market and industry trends.
Contact:
1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA 17404
[email protected]
717.854.3971 ext. 10419 (phone) | 717.852.0900 (fax)
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Education, Millersville University, Millersville PA
Accreditation/Certifications/Licenses:
Certified Aging Services Professional National Certification Program (CASP)
Marketing Professional Certification (CMP)
Professional Affiliations:
Marketing and Public Relations Society
SMEI
LeadingAge PA
LeadingAge
APCA & PALA
Professional Awards or Honors:
Complete Healthcare Resources Partners Award 2003, 2006
Community Volunteerism:
Leadership Lebanon Valley Board Member (2009-present)
Senior Outreach Services – Steering Committee (2008-present)
American Business Women’s Association
Senior Management
Blake Bradish | Director, SpiriTrust Lutheran® LIFE
Blake Bradish, PT, DPT
Director, SpiriTrust Lutheran® LIFE
Blake is responsible for directing the overall operation of the LIFE program, ensuring compliance with operating policies, procedures and regulatory requirements, and assuring growth and success of the program.
Contact:
840 Fifth Avenue, Chambersburg, PA 17202
[email protected]
717.387.0697 (cell) | 717.264.3279 (fax)
Education:
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, Gannon University, Erie, PA
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Gannon University, Erie, PA
Accreditation/Certifications/Licenses:
- Licensed Physical Therapist, Pennsylvania
- Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP)
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F)
- Exercise Is Medicine Credential Level 3 (EIM3)
- Selective Functional Movement Assessment Level 1 (SFMA)
- Y Balance Test (YBT)
Pam Conrad | Executive Director of SpiriTrust Lutheran®, The Village at Kelly Drive
Pam Conrad
Executive Director of SpiriTrust Lutheran®, The Village at Kelly Drive
Pam is responsible for the day-to-day operations of The Village at Kelly Drive. With a focused emphasis on resident satisfaction, she leads a team of key department managers in implementing the operational goals and programs for the community. She is also responsible for the development of a community operational plan that includes aligned efforts to achieve the system-wide strategic initiatives. Pam works with the senior vice president/chief operating officer to establish budget and occupancy goals for each level of resident living at the community. Regulatory compliance and the delivery of quality, resident-centered care are under her scope of responsibilities.
Contact:
750 Kelly Drive, York, PA 17404
[email protected]
717.848.2585 (phone) | 717.852.8600 (fax)
Education:
Licensed Practical Nurse, Greater Johnstown School of Nursing, Johnstown, PA
Accreditation/Certifications/Licenses:
Personal Care Home Administrator
Professional Affiliations:
Association of Personal Care Home Administrators (APCA), member (2009 – present)
Jill Flasher | Executive Director of SpiriTrust Lutheran®, The Village at Gettysburg
Jill Flasher
Executive Director of SpiriTrust Lutheran®, The Village at Gettysburg
As executive director (ED), Jill is responsible for the day-to-day operations of The Village at Gettysburg. With a focused emphasis on resident satisfaction, she leads a team of department managers in implementing the operational goals and programs for the community. Responsibilities include the development of a community operational plan that includes aligned efforts to achieve the system-wide strategic initiatives, regulatory compliance and the delivery of quality, resident-centered care. Jill also works with the senior vice president/chief operating officer to establish budget and occupancy goals for each level of resident living at the community.
Contact:
1075 Old Harrisburg Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325
[email protected]
717.334.6204 (phone) |717.334.5081 (fax)
Professional Affiliations:
LeadingAge
LeadingAge PA
Rachel Herrington | Executive Director of SpiriTrust Lutheran®, The Village at Luther Ridge
Rachel Herrington
Executive Director of SpiriTrust Lutheran®, The Village at Luther Ridge
Rachel Herrington is responsible for the day-to-day operations of The Village at Luther Ridge. With a focused emphasis on resident satisfaction, she leads a team of key department managers in implementing the operational goals and programs for the community. She is also responsible for the development of a community operational plan that includes aligned efforts to achieve the system-wide strategic initiatives. Rachel works with the senior vice president/chief operating officer to establish budget and occupancy goals for each level of resident living at the community. Regulatory compliance and the delivery of quality, resident-centered care are under Rachel’s scope of responsibilities.
Contact:
2998 Luther Drive, Chambersburg, PA 17202
[email protected]
717.264.5700 (phone) | 717.267.0507 (fax)
Education:
Bachelor of Science, State University of New York at Brockport, Brockport, NY
Accreditation/Certifications/Licenses:
Personal Care Administrator License
Certified Aging Services Professional
Certified Dementia Practitioner
Tiffany Jones | Corporate Director of Accounts Receivable and Reimbursement
Tiffany Jones
Corporate Director of Accounts Receivable & Reimbursement
Contact:
1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA 17404
[email protected]
717.854.3971 (phone) | 717.852.0900 (fax)
Liz Keller | Corporate Director of Compliance
Liz Keller
Corporate Director of Compliance
Liz oversees and monitors the compliance program, serves as the privacy officer, assures a safe workplace for each business location and develops and maintains appropriate emergency preparedness plans.
Contact:
2700 Luther Drive, Chambersburg, PA 17202
[email protected]
717.217.3502 (phone) | 717.264.6347 (fax)
Education:
Business and Accounting, Hagerstown Community College
Professional Affiliations:
Healthcare Compliance Association
Professional Awards or Honors:
Karen Rohaly Award
Jan Kessel | Executive Director of SpiriTrust Lutheran®, The Village at Shrewsbury
Jan Kessel
Executive Director of SpiriTrust Lutheran®, The Village at Shrewsbury
Jan is responsible for the day-to-day operations of The Village at Shrewsbury. With a focused emphasis on resident satisfaction, she leads a team of key department managers in implementing the operational goals and programs for the community. She is also responsible for the development of a community operational plan that includes aligned efforts to achieve the system-wide strategic initiatives. Jan works with the agency’s senior vice president/chief operating officer to establish budget and occupancy goals for each level of resident living at the community. Regulatory compliance and the delivery of quality, resident-centered care are under Jan’s scope of responsibilities.
Contact:
800 Bollinger Drive, Shrewsbury, PA 17361
[email protected]
717.227.3000 (phone) | 717.227.8079 (fax)
Sarah Lohman | Director of Clinical Services - SpiriTrust Lutheran® Home Care & Hospice
Sarah Lohman, RN, MSN
Director of Clinical Services – SpiriTrust Lutheran® Home Care & Hospice
As director of Clinical Services for SpiriTrust Lutheran® Home Care & Hospice, Sarah is responsible for all clinical services for home health, hospice and in-home support in the entire service area which includes 20 counties in Pennsylvania and three counties in northern Maryland.
Contact:
2700 Luther Drive Chambersburg PA
[email protected]
717.217.3529 (phone) | 717.264.6347 (fax)
Education:
Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Walden University, Online, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Stephanie Lux | Corporate Director of Facilities
Stephanie Lux
Corporate Director of Facilities
Stephanie is responsible for the overall oversight of the buildings and grounds for six life plan communities and the Heusner Office Center, plus new construction and remodeling projects. She assists in capitol budgeting, preventive maintenance programs and facilities purchasing. She is responsible to insure that the life plan communities are compliant with all Life Safety regulations and have current and effective disaster plans. Stephanie is an active participant in the organization’s safety program. She works with the senior vice president/chief operating officer and the life plan community executive directors by assisting in design and coordinating construction services.
Contact:
1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA 17404
[email protected]
717.854.3971 ext. 10428 (phone) | 717.852.0900 (fax)
Lisa Mayes | Director of Information Technology
Lisa Mayes
Director of Information Technology
Lisa manages the information technology operations for SpiriTrust Lutheran®.
Contact:
2700 Luther Drive, Chambersburg, PA 17202
[email protected]
717.217.3512 (phone) | 717.264.3597 (fax)
Education:
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts, Finance, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, PA
Community Volunteerism:
Chambersburg Chamber Foundation, Leadership Franklin County Graduate (2006)
Sara Sprenkle | Corporate Director of Human Resources
Sara Sprenkle
Corporate Director of Human Resources
Sara supports the vice president of Human Resources in managing the Human Resources department to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.
Contact:
1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA 17404
[email protected]
717.854.3971, ext. 10431 (phone) | 717.854.2635 (fax)
Education:
Bachelor of Arts – Business Administration/Human Resource Management, Shippensburg University (Shippensburg, PA)
Professional Affiliations:
Society for Human Resource Management – Member
Marcia Waters | Executive Director of SpiriTrust Lutheran®, The Village at Utz Terrace
Marcia Waters
Executive Director of SpiriTrust Lutheran®, The Village at Utz Terrace
Marcia is responsible for the day-to-day operations of The Village at Utz Terrace. With a focused emphasis on resident satisfaction, she leads a team of key department managers in implementing the operational goals and programs for the community. She is also responsible for the development of a community operational plan that includes aligned efforts to achieve the system-wide strategic initiatives. Marcia works with the senior vice president/chief operating officer to establish budget and occupancy goals for each level of resident living at the community. Regulatory compliance and the delivery of quality, resident-centered care are under Marcia’s scope of responsibilities.
Contact:
2100 Utz Terrace Hanover, PA 17331
[email protected]
717.637.0633 (phone) | 717.646.2550 (fax)
Education:
Bachelor of Social Work, Brigham Young University-Hawaii, Laie, Hawaii
Master of Social Work, Temple University, Harrisburg, PA
Master of Business Administration, Mount St. Mary’s University, Emmitsburg, MD
Accreditation/Certifications/Licenses:
Nursing Home Administrator, Certified Aging Services Professional, Certified Eden Associate, Licensed Social Worker, Academy of Certified Social Workers
Professional Affiliations:
LeadingAge PA – Leadership PANPHA Steering Committee and 2010 Class of Fellows coach
American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging, Leadership – Class of 2009
National Association of Social Workers (1998-present)
Chris Whitley | Executive Assistant to the President/CEO
Chris Whitley
Executive Assistant to the President/CEO
Chris is responsible for assisting and providing administrative support for the President/CEO, other Executive Cabinet members and the Board of Directors. She performs duties as a Pennsylvania Notary Public and organizes the daily operations of the executive office. In addition, she supervises the agency’s receptionist.
Contact:
1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA, 17404
[email protected]
717.854.3971, ext. 10410 (phone) | 717.852.0900 (fax)
Education:
Carshalton College, Carshalton, Surrey, England
Higher National Diploma in Business Studies