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The Inspired Living Lakewood Ranch Executive Director
Our team of highly trained professionals is dedicated to providing our residents, families, and guests with endless hospitality and attention. Inspired Living Lakewood Ranch strives to employ associates who are passionate about careers in senior living and who inherently have the skills to thrive in a senior-friendly working environment. We are proud of these men and women and the work they do every day in an effort to exceed the expectations of our residents, families, and guests at the Inspired Living Lakewood Ranch.
Meet your Executive Director
Zach Benjamin
Why Did You Get Into Senior Living?
I have a very close relationship with my parents and my family, and I can only imagine how hard this type of decision may be for these families. I wanted to be able to help them and make it as comforting as possible knowing that’s what I would want or need in that situation.
Who Inspires You?
I would say, my dad. He is the perfect example of being hungry, doing what’s needed and working hard to get what you want in life, no matter the circumstances.
What Would People Be Surprised To Know About You?
Before getting into Senior Living, my life revolved around football. I played through college at the University of Arizona.
Beatles Or Elvis?
Might be out of my time era. Anything country works for me.
How Did You Wind Up At Inspired Living?
Returning home after college, I saw the inspired living headquarters in Tampa was looking for sales interns. I knew some people in the company and they enjoyed working there, so I applied.
What Do You Want Your Legacy To Be?
Someone who came in every day put his head down and went to work. I want families to be able to confidently say “he did what he could and worked hard to give the best for these residents each day.”
Area Executive Director of Memory Care
Kathryn Bland
Why Did You Get Into Senior Living?
My passion is to assist and care for seniors. I couldn’t see myself anywhere else. Helping others and making a difference is what drives and motivates me.
Who Inspires You?
My mentor Gail Chase who believed in me when I was just a caregiver working at her facility. She took me under her wings and has always inspired to be 1% better every day. Without her believing in me, I would not be where I am today. I will always be grateful for all that she has done for me.
What Would People Be Surprised To Know About You?
Back in high school, I was heavily involved in theater and dance.
Beatles Or Elvis?
Elvis, I grew up with my dad listening to Elvis.
How Did You Wind Up At Inspired Living?
The moral compass is what drove me to Inspired Living. Just listening and hearing the passion behind the leadership team was very comforting. Inspired Living as whole cares about the needs of our residents and employees. You truly feel like family.
What Do You Want Your Legacy To Be?
I would want to be remembered for always doing the right thing and understanding. If your heart is in the right place and your intentions are good everything will fall into place. I always will ensure I do the right thing for my residents, families, and employees. Secondly, I had an amazing mentor and strive to be half the woman she is.
