Craig Luzinski

About Craig Luzinski

Making a difference in the lives of those I lead, coach, mentor, and serve. My journey in healthcare began at the age of 12 when I was hospitalized with bilateral pneumonia. During my ten-day stay, I had the privilege of meeting two respiratory therapists who not only aided in my recovery but also left a lasting mark on my career path. While connecting over sports games on the in-room TV, they shared insights into their profession, igniting a desire within me to pursue a job in healthcare.Reflecting on my journey, I attribute my career choice to the connection I formed with those compassionate and dedicated RTs. Their influence inspired my passion for healthcare, shaping not only my professional trajectory but also my leadership style.Today, as a seasoned healthcare leader, I lead with the same empathy and compassion that first drew me to this field. Complementing those qualities are the important leadership skills of strategic thinking, utilizing a collaborative team-based approach, and a commitment to continuous learning. I am confident that these attributes, honed over years of experience, position me as a valuable asset to any healthcare organization\'s leadership team. Core Strengths - Discipline, Analytical, Relator, Achiever, LearnerDeveloping trusting relationships and being an active team leader requires active listening, listening with empathy, and making a genuine effort to \"hear.\" I use the skills of a coach and mentor to navigate personal, professional, and organizational challenges. Driven by excellence, I work hard to achieve the goals set before the team and me. Top performance demands diligence and resilience. As a disciplined leader, I commit myself to optimizing the processes, envisioning the best outcomes, and achieving organizational excellence. Analytical by nature, I regularly gather facts, conduct research, compare alternative resources and methods, and then prioritize efforts using a decision matrix. This decision matrix is located in my office, visible for all to see and to identify true priorities. For me, learning is foundational to my approach to life and work.Background Photo: This was taken during a memorable and impactful medical mission trip to Kenya.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Hover Senior Living Community

   May 2024 — Present · Longmont, CO, US

   As CEO, serves as a mission-driven leader dedicated to empowering seniors to live the life they choose through innovative, affordable, and dignified housing and service options. Committed to achieving exceptional outcomes through strategically aligned objectives, clear goals, actionable tactics, and defined accountability.• Skilled in collaborating with the Board of Directors to strengthen governance practices and clearly align the roles and responsibilities of the Board with those of organizational leadership.• Strengthened relationships with community leaders, business partners, and financial supporters through active participation in community events, educational initiatives, and strategic fundraising efforts designed to sustain the legacy and impact of this historic nonprofit organization.• Deployed employee recruitment and engagement initiatives that have driven turnover and vacancy rates to top-quartile levels in record time, reflecting a culture of stability, commitment, and excellence that stands out in the senior living industry. • Focused on sustaining award-winning levels of resident and family satisfaction through active listening, transparent communication, and timely responses to expressed needs.• Prioritized efforts and redirected resources to strengthen the financial performance of the organization through targeted business development, strategic revenue growth, disciplined expense management, and an innovative cash flow management process guided by clear metrics, actionable plans, and accountability.

Education

• Regent University

  Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Leadership, School of Business and Leadership

  2011 — 2012

• Regis University

  Masters of Science in Nursing, Nursing Administration

• St. Mary's Junior College

  Associate of Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy

• University of Minnesota

  Bachelor of Science, Nursing

• Regent University

  Doctor of Strategic Leadership, School of Business and Leadership

  2011 — 2014