National Senior Communities, Inc. is the not-for-profit member of and supporting organization to the largest system of not-for-profit continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) in the United States, all developed and managed by Erickson Senior Living.

Chair

Zina Jacque

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Reverend Doctor Zina Jacque was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2017 and currently serves as the chair of the Board. In addition to her role on the NSC Board, Zina serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Zina is chair of the Linden Ponds Board and vice chair of the Avery Point and Woodleigh Chase Boards.

Zina comes to the work of senior living and wellness from a community engagement background. She was formerly the minister for small groups at the historic Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia. Previously, Zina has served on the staffs of multicultural, urban, and suburban churches and performed over twenty years of work in the areas of higher education, counseling, and faith-based not-for-profits.

She sits on the Board of Directors of Interfaith America and formerly served as a member of the boards of American Baptist Churches USA, JourneyCare Palliative Care and Hospice Center, and the Samaritan Counseling Center of the Northwest Suburbs.

Zina holds a doctorate in theology and a master’s degree in divinity from Boston University, a master’s degree from Columbia University, and bachelor’s degree from Northwestern University.

Vice Chair & Operations Committee Chair

Stephanie Reel

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Stephanie Reel was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2017 and currently serves as vice chair of the Board. She also serves as chair of the Operations & Risk Management Advisory Committee and is a member of the Budget & Finance Committee Advisory Committee. In addition to her role on the NSC Board, Stephanie serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Stephanie is chair of the Oak Crest and Woodleigh Chase Boards and vice chair of the Greenspring Board.

Stephanie was the chief information officer (CIO) for all divisions of the Johns Hopkins University and Health System for 30 years. Prior to this she served as the senior vice president for information services for Johns Hopkins Medicine, a post she held since 1994. She was appointed vice provost for information technology and CIO for Johns Hopkins University in 1998. She retired from Johns Hopkins in November 2020.

In 2023, she served as the interim vice chancellor for information technology for Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, while a search was conducted. In 2019, Stephanie was appointed to the board of the NIH Clinical Center.

Stephanie holds a bachelor’s degree in information systems management from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and a master’s degree in business administration from Loyola University in Maryland.

Secretary & Governance Committee Chair

Mary Colins

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Judge Mary Colins was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2018 and currently serves as the secretary of the Board. She also serves as chair of the Governance & Internal Affairs Advisory Committee and is a member of both the Operations & Risk Management and the Strategic Planning Advisory Committees. In addition to her role on the NSC Board, Mary serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Mary is chair of the Brooksby and Seabrook Boards and vice chair of the Wind Crest Board.

Mary served as a senior trial judge in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She also served as the chairperson and was a founding member of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. In October of 2010, she became a member of the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Regional Boards of Directors, which by 2016 included five supported organizations.

Mary taught trial advocacy and gaming and casino law at several law schools and universities. She lectured and taught at American Bar Association and International Association of Gaming Attorneys and Regulators conferences throughout the country, as well as continuing legal education programs.

Mary holds a bachelor’s degree in English literature from The University of Pennsylvania, juris doctor from Villanova University, a master’s degree in labor law from Temple University Beasley School of Law, and a mediation certification from Pepperdine University School of Law.

Treasurer & Budget Committee Chair

Eileen Erstad

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Eileen Erstad was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2014 and currently serves as treasurer of the Board. She also serves as the chair of the Budget & Finance Committee and is a member of both the Audit, Investment, & Treasury and the Strategic Planning Advisory Committees. In addition to her role on the NSC Board, Eileen serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Eileen is chair of the Wind Crest Board and vice chair of the Ashby Ponds and Riderwood Boards.

Eileen is a senior executive consultant and has been the chief financial officer for organizations in the healthcare, hospitality, and financial services industries. She developed and implemented strategic plans, growth, and reorganization strategies, and participated in new product development. Her most recent position was chief operating officer for ResortQuest.

Prior to this, Eileen was the chief financial officer and senior vice president of Symphony Health Services, LLC, and director of financial planning and analysis at PHH Corporation.

Eileen holds a bachelor’s degree from Loyola College and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant.

Director & Strategic Planning Committee Chair

Michael Roskiewicz

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Mike Roskiewicz was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2019. He currently serves as chair of the Strategic Planning Advisory Committee and is a member of both the Governance & Internal Affairs and Operations & Risk Management Advisory Committees. In addition to his role on the NSC Board, Mike serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Mike is chair of the Eagle’s Trace and Fox Run Boards and vice chair of the Highland Springs and Tallgrass Creek Boards.

Mike is a lawyer by training with experience in corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions. He is a founding member of Champlain Insurance Group, where he serves as executive vice president and general counsel with responsibility for human resources, claims, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, litigation management, and contracts. He was previously the general counsel for First Mercury Financial Corporation (NYSE: FMR) and a partner in the national law firm of Dickinson Wright.

Mike holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Michigan and a juris doctor from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law.

Director & Audit Committee Chair

Barbara Bisgaier

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Barbara Bisgaier was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2016. She currently serves as chair of the Audit, Investment, & Treasury Advisory Committee and is a member of the Budget & Finance Advisory Committee. In addition to her role on the NSC Board, Barbara serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Barbara is chair of the Ann’s Choice and Maris Grove Boards and vice chair of the Lantern Hill and Seabrook Boards.

Barbara retired from her position as managing director of Public Financial Management, Inc. with more than 40 years of experience in local government and public finance.

Barbara is the vice chair of the Board of Directors of WHYY, Philadelphia’s public radio and television stations, where she is a member of the Executive Committee, chair of the Citizen Advisory Board, and a member of the Finance Committee.

Barbara holds a bachelor’s degree from Mount Holyoke College and a master’s degree in city and regional planning from Rutgers University.

Director

Patricia Brown

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Patty Brown was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2022. She is currently a member of the Governance & Internal Affairs, Operation & Risk Management, and Strategic Planning Advisory Committees. In addition to her role on the NSC Board, Patty serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Patty is chair of the Lantern Hill and Riderwood Boards.

Patty enjoyed a 25-year career at Johns Hopkins Medicine, serving as the senior vice president of managed care and population health for Johns Hopkins Medicine, president of Johns Hopkins HealthCare LLC, and senior counsel for the Johns Hopkins Health System. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins in 1994, Patty was an assistant attorney general with the Maryland Office of the Attorney General for the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Patty currently serves as vice president for payor strategy for Kennedy Krieger Institute as well as advisor to Medically Home Group, an organization transforming healthcare by bringing acute hospital services to the home.

She is actively involved in community activities. She has served on several community boards, including the United Way of Central Maryland which she chaired from 2013 through 2015, the Chesapeake Regional Information System for Our Patients which she chaired from 2009 to 2019, and Maryvale Preparatory School, her alma mater, which she currently chairs.

Patty holds a juris doctor degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law and a bachelor’s degree in political science and government from the University of Richmond.

Director

Ian Brown

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Ian Brown was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2023. He is currently a member of the Governance & Internal Affairs and Strategic Planning Advisory Committees. In addition to his role on the NSC Board, Ian serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Ian is chair of the Avery Point Board and vice chair of the Fox Run Board.

He is the vice president and chief employee experience officer at Duke University Health System. Prior to this role, he served in various senior-level roles in national healthcare, senior living (including Erickson Senior Living), and educational organizations.

He has served as a board member for many charitable organizations whose missions have included higher education, advocacy for the older adult population, including LGBTQ+ elders, youth, healthcare, affordable housing, and hunger.

Ian holds a bachelor’s degree from Brooklyn and a master’s degree in liberal studies from Lake Forest College. Additionally, he holds a master’s degree in applied behavioral science/organizational development and a graduate certificate in senior housing and healthcare from the Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School.

Director

Katherine Clupper

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Kathy Clupper was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2024. She is currently a member of both the Audit, Investment, & Treasury, and the Budget & Finance Advisory Committees. In addition to her role on the NSC Board, Kathy serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Kathy is vice chair of the Ann’s Choice and Maris Grove Boards.

With over 35 years of experience in public finance, she has brought hundreds of public and private financial transactions to market on behalf of clients for investment banks and financial advisory firms, including almost 20 years as a business leader and partner at Public Financial Management. She assisted governments and non-profit organizations in managing their debt portfolio, analyzing, building credit, and developing long-term asset/liability strategies.

She currently serves on the Board of Directors and is the Finance Committee chair for the Urban Affairs Coalition. Her past board experiences include contributions to organizations such as the Ogontz Avenue Revitalization Corporation, Committee of Seventy, and Center in the Park Community Center. She has been recognized for her contributions with awards such as the Women of Distinction by the Philadelphia Business Journal.

Kathy holds a bachelor’s degree in social work from Shippensburg University and a master’s degree in business administration from Temple University.

Director

Monty Leonard

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Monty Leonard was appointed to the Board of Directors in 2022. He is currently a member of both the Audit, Investment, & Treasury and Budget & Finance Advisory Committees. In addition to his role on the NSC Board, Monty serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Monty is chair of the Ashby Ponds and Cedar Crest Boards and vice chair of the Oak Crest Board.

Monty currently serves as senior vice president and development controller for the Howard Hughes Corporation, overseeing the financial and accounting matters for all of Howard Hughes’ strategic development projects. He was previously the vice president and controller of land development at The Rouse Company, where he helped oversee the acquisition valuation process for several land assets.

Monty has served on several community boards, including president of a local little league, vice president of Tri-Churches Housing in Baltimore City, board member of the Howard County Chamber of Commerce, and board of trustee at his church.

He is a certified public accountant and holds a master’s degree in business administration and bachelor’s degree in accounting from The University of Akron.

Director

Mary Moscato

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Mary Moscato was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2024. She is currently a member of the Audit, Investment, & Treasury, Operations & Risk Management, and Strategic Planning Advisory Committees. In addition to her role on the NSC Board, Mary serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Mary is vice chair of the Brooksby and Linden Ponds Boards.

Mary is the former president of Hebrew SeniorLife, where she oversaw a comprehensive and integrated network of post-acute care services and senior living. She has over 30 years of C-level, progressive experience in post-acute care delivery systems and management of multi-site clinical operations. Prior to joining Hebrew SeniorLife, she held the position of northeast regional president for the nation’s largest provider of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals.

She is a fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives, serves on multiple state and national boards, including the MA DPH Public Health Council, and has been recognized by the Boston Globe and Commonwealth Institute as a Top Women-Led Business.

Mary holds a bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University and master’s degrees in business administration and public health from Boston University.

Director

Pamela Paulk

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Pamela Paulk was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2022. She is currently a member of both the Operations & Risk Management, Governance & Internal Affairs, and Strategic Planning Advisory Committees. In addition to her role on the NSC Board, Pamela serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Pamela is chair of the Highland Springs and Tallgrass Creek Boards and vice chair of the Eagle’s Trace Board.

Pamela spent her career in health care administration and recently retired after over 20 years at Johns Hopkins Medicine. She served as president of Johns Hopkins Medicine International and previously the senior vice president for human resources for Johns Hopkins Medicine and the Johns Hopkins Health System. She also taught graduate-level courses at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

She has served on various boards, most notably as president and co-founder of the Baltimore Alliance for Careers in Healthcare and a trustee for the Baltimore City Community College. In 2014, she was honored at the White House by the Obama administration as a Champion of Change for her leadership and work bringing people with barriers to employment such as criminal backgrounds into the workforce.

Pamela holds a master’s degree in social work from Florida State University and a master’s degree of business administration from Johns Hopkins University.

Director

Russell Sharp

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Russell Sharp was appointed to the NSC Board of Directors in 2023. He is currently a member of both the Budget & Finance and the Governance & Internal Affairs Advisory Committees. In addition to his role on the NSC Board, Russell serves on the community boards for each of NSC’s supported communities. Specifically, Russell is chair of the Greenspring Board and vice chair of the Cedar Crest Board.

Russell retired in the Spring of 2024 as the chief of staff to the chief information officer (CIO) for Washington University in St. Louis, where he led IT finance and administration, and IT governance, portfolio and project management, and service management. Prior to this, he was a CIO leader at Yale University and had an 11-year career with Pfizer’s IT team.

His background in science has highlighted the importance of listening and introspecting as a leader, taking an approach of empathy where he listens to understand, rather than respond.

Russell holds a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from the University of Kent.