The Illuminators | Changemakers in Senior Living

Host Matt Mauthe welcomes Drew Flores to discuss Drew’s career journey and what it reveals about diverse career paths in senior living for young professionals.   Drew shares how he entered the Healthcare Administration program at UW–Eau Claire, completed a residency with Illuminus and briefly served in campus leadership roles, including Executive Director, and later transitioned into information a...

In this conversation with Illuminus CEO Matt Mauthe, long-term care nurse leader Lynne Wagner shares how she entered nursing, discovered a passion for older adults during clinicals, and moved into long-term care leadership.   Lynne recounts joining Illuminus, the demands of Director of Nursing roles, the changing regulatory environment and the importance of relationships with residents, families,...

Matt talks with Emily Koch about her 10-year career path from graduate of the healthcare administration program through various roles, including assistant executive director, information analyst, and Vice President. They discuss Illuminus’ culture of innovation, trial-and-error learning, technology adoption and cybersecurity responsibilities, and how lean process management supports frontline team...

In this episode, Matt is joined by Emily Kuehl, discussing her significant contributions in the evolution of Marquardt Management Services to Illuminus. Emily shares her journey from a marketing assistant fresh out of college, to a key figure in managing a major organizational rebrand. They reflect on the surprises, challenges, and learning experiences shared along the way, discussing the rational...

In this episode, host Matt talks with Cheryl Meyer, a 45-year veteran in nursing and former Director of Marquardt at Home, now known as Commonheart Home Health and Hospice. They discuss her journey in nursing, pivotal moments in the growth of the organization, and critical services offered to enhance senior living. Cheryl dives into personal stories from her career, the essential role of home heal...

What if the future of aging doesn't have to look like the past? What if senior living could be more human, more hopeful, and more sustainable for the people who call it home? And for the nurses and caregivers who show up every day to make that care possible? I'm Matt Mauthe, host of "The Illuminators - Changemakers in Senior Living" podcast. I've spent more than 20 years i...

In this episode, Matt speaks with Sherry Cira, who has dedicated over three decades to the field of senior living. They discuss her various roles within the organization, from a social worker to leadership roles, and highlight the impact of social work on healthcare.   They address the evolution, challenges and future of senior living while highlighting the innovative strategies undertaken by Illu...