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With the help of our leadership team, Sun Health continues to serve as an innovator in developing healthy living programs that enrich the lives of all we serve. Each of our team members go above and beyond to do their part in creating a vibrant quality of life for residents and Sun Health At Home® members who live in our communities and the individuals who rely on our industry-leading health services.

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Kelly Bojorquez

Vice President of Community Operations, Grandview Terrace

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Braxton Howard

Associate Executive Director, Grandview Terrace

Cherie Keating

Health Center Administrator

Jesse Guthery

Director of Dining Services

Leo Orduno

Executive Sous Chef

Patrick Lyons

Chaplain

Lexi DeMarco

Director of Sales and Business Development

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Darryll Hunter

Vice President of Community Operations

Debbie Sables

Associate Executive Director, La Loma Village

Rebecca Jude

Director of Nursing/Administrator

Travis Wallace

Director of Dining Services

Shannon Coffey

Executive Sous Chef

Sister Jennifer Otuonye

Chaplain

Kathleen Frederick

Director of Sales and Business Development

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Michelle Martinez

Vice President of Community Operations

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David Klumpenhower

Associate Executive Director, The Colonnade

Jill Parsons

Director of Assisted Living and Memory Support

Zsuzsa Wright

Director of Dining Services

Jose Fernandez

Executive Sous Chef

Angela Camacho

Director of Sales and Business Development

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Paul Stavros

Executive Director

Nicole Holtsclaw

Associate Executive Director

Karlene Rood

Wellness Coordinator

Connie Swearingen

Wellness Coordinator

Mike Kloberdanz

Business Development Specialist

Shandel Hanstedt

Membership Counselor

Amanda Hernandez

Program Coordinator

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Joseph E. La Rue

President
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Kim Thompson

Chief Experience Officer
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John Couture

Chief Optimization Officer
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Nora Hannah

Chief Engagement Officer
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Amy Runge

Chief Financial Officer
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Sheri Kaley

Vice President of Sales
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Tracey McCarthy

System Executive Chef
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Reverend Andrew Moore

Corporate Director of Spiritual Life

Erin Richardson

Corporate Director of Healthy Aging and Functional Ability Program
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Kelly Bojorquez

Vice President of Community Operations, Grandview Terrace

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Kelly is a native Phoenician and has worked in long-term care and senior living since the age of 16. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Arizona State University and the Barrett Honors College with a Bachelor of Science in 2002, and a Master of Health Administration from the University of Phoenix in 2008. Kelly became a Certified Assisted Living Manager in 2007 and a Licensed Nursing Care Institution Administrator in 2009. She was also designated by the Senior Living Certification Commission as a Certified Director of Assisted Living in 2017. Kelly has served on the Arizona Health Care Association Board for seven years and is the current Vice President. She has also served for the past two years as Arizona’s State Leader for the National Center for Assisted Living.

Michelle Martinez

Vice President of Community Operations

Joined Sun Health:

Michelle has more than 25 years of experience in the long-term care and senior living industry. Her experience includes Post-Acute Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing, Memory Care, Assisted Living and Independent Living. Michelle is a New Mexico native. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology from Adams State College in Alamosa, Colorado and a Master’s degree in Social Work from New Mexico State University. She has been in the Valley of the Sun for the last 17 years.

Joseph E. La Rue

President

Joe La Rue is the president and CEO of Sun Health, a local nonprofit organization that champions healthy living, research and superior health care through community partnerships. Prior to his position as CEO, Joe was Sun Health’s Executive Vice President.

Before joining Sun Health in 2005, Joe practiced law in the Sun Cities area for 16 years with an emphasis in real estate, finance, development and health care, working closely with Sun Health. Since 1988, Joe has served in many elected and appointed positions including the Peoria City Council, WESTMARC, Arizona State Transportation Board, Maricopa Association of Governments, Greater Phoenix Economic Council, Maricopa County Transportation Board and other Peoria and City of Surprise committees.

In 2012, Joe was appointed to the Arizona State Transportation Board to represent Maricopa County, and still serves as Vice Chairman of the Board. La Rue is also a member of the WESTMARC Board of Directors. Previously, he was a member of the Maricopa County Transportation Advisory Board, representing District 4. From 1997 to 2001, La Rue was on the Peoria City Council.

Joe received a Bachelor of Science degree in business in 1985 and earned his Juris Doctorate degree from Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University in 1988. Joe has lived in Maricopa County for approximately 40 years and currently resides in Peoria with his wife Suzy. They have five daughters and three grandchildren.

Kim Thompson

Chief Experience Officer
Joined Sun Health: 2023

Kim Thompson oversees Sun Health’s senior living operations at Grandview Terrace, La Loma Village, and The Colonnade, as well as Sun Health at Home. She brings with her 20 years of experience leading teams in skilled nursing facilities, rehab centers, independent living and life plan communities, and home care programs. Her previous roles include serving as Chief Operating Officer for Samaritas, one of Michigan’s largest faith-based, nonprofit health and human service agencies. She has also served as Vice President of Operations and Executive Director/Administrator for United Methodist Retirement Communities, LLC, Glacier Hills, Inc, and Michigan Medicine Home Care Services, all located in Michigan.

Kim earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan and holds a MBA from Spring Harbor University. She is also a Fellow of the Larry Minnix National LeadingAge Leadership Academy.

John Couture

Chief Optimization Officer
Joined Sun Health: 2023

John Couture is Sun Health’s Chief Optimization Officer. He brings over 25 years in operations and technology leadership – many of those years in senior living and non-profit sectors.

In his role, Mr. Couture is charged with ensuring systems, processes and structures are all aligned with and optimized for the needs of the entire organization. Within his purview will be: Organizational Development and Learning, Human Resources, Technology, Legal, Real Estate, Joint Ventures and Acquisitions, and the Program Management Office.

Mr. Couture’s leadership tenure is enhanced by his passion and empathy for empowering those to live longer, healthier, more purposeful lives. Previous roles include: Chief Operating Officer for La Posada at Park Center in Tucson; Chief Operating Officer for Lutheran Life Communities in Arlington Heights, Illinois; Chief Information Officer for Lifespace Communities, Inc.; and Vice President at Athene USA – the latter two based in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Education and certifications include a Master of Science in Business Management & Organizational Development from the University of Louisville and certification in the Larry Minnix LeadingAge National Leadership Program.

Nora Hannah

Chief Engagement Officer
Joined Sun Health: 2024

Nora Hannah provides strategic leadership to the Sun Health Foundation and Marketing Departments to support the communication of Sun Health’s impact, identity, mission, and purpose. Nora most recently served as Director of Arizona Together for Impact, a statewide initiative to support collaboration among nonprofit organizations. Previously, Nora served as Civic Engagement Strategy Advisor for Center for the Future of Arizona, and as Chief Executive Officer for Experience Matters. Nora’s expertise is in change management, start-up organizations, organizational leadership, strategic design, funding, and finance.

Practically a native Phoenician, having lived in the community since she was two years old. With over thirty years in service to the Valley, Nora demonstrates a strong commitment to the quality of life for all Arizonans. She is the recipient of the 1999 Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Athena Award and was recognized as one of the 2015 Outstanding Women in Business by the Phoenix Business Journal. She currently serves as a Trustee of the Arizona Theatre Company, and has previously chaired the Boards of YWCA, Valley Leadership, and Children’s Action Alliance.

Nora received her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Loyola Marymount University and her MBA from Arizona State University.

Amy Runge

Chief Financial Officer

Joined Sun Health: 2023

Amy Runge is a highly accomplished finance and accounting professional with 38 years of extensive leadership experience in both the public and private sectors, primarily within the senior living and healthcare industries. As the Chief Financial Officer at Sun Health, she plays a crucial role in shaping the organization’s financial strategy, ensuring it aligns with long-term objectives while effectively navigating the complexities of the healthcare landscape.

Before her current role, Amy served as a Partner at Hardesty, providing expert financial consulting services focused on mergers, acquisitions, and financial restructuring for clients facing intricate challenges. With a proven track record as an audit partner at Moss Adams, she led the firm’s $6 million long-term care practice, building a strong client base and significantly expanding the healthcare sector in Northern California.

 Amy’s deep expertise in GAAP, COSO internal controls, and auditing standards, combined with her strong communication skills and customer service philosophy, have established her as a strategic and innovative thought leader. An active speaker at prominent healthcare trade associations, she also served on the board of the Moss Adams Foundation, demonstrating her commitment to community service and professional development.

Amy holds a BSBA with an emphasis in Accounting and Finance and a master’s in business administration, highlighting her dedication to financial excellence and leadership in the industry.

Sheri Kaley

Vice President of Sales
Joined Sun Health: 2023

Sheri Kaley oversees Sun Health’s senior living sales at Grandview Terrace, La Loma Village and The Colonnade. She brings with her 15+ years’ experience cultivating and leading successful sales teams in continuing care retirement communities. Her previous roles include Divisional Director of Sales for Five Star Senior Living’s Western Region consisting of 15 communities spread out through 7 states. Sheri is driven by her passion for sales and serving seniors.

Tracey McCarthy

System Executive Chef
Joined Sun Health:

System Executive Chef Tracey McCarthy is a vital part of the Sun Health Communities team with over 38 years of culinary industry experience. She previously apprenticed under nationally recognized and top Milwaukee Chef, Sandy D’Amato, she has received many honors along her career with the most recent being the first female Regional Executive Chef in Arizona.

With her rustic styles and “farm to table” principles, Chef Tracey finds inspiration for her cooking through her family roots, and believes the freshest ingredients create the best food. She has fond memories of spending Sundays in the kitchen with her mother and picking the freshest fruit and vegetables from their family garden.

Chef Tracey’s favorite part about being a chef is the creative process and developing a team. She loves being able to express herself through the food she prepares and is passionate about creating memories through food that will last a lifetime.

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