The SilverCrest Team
Our Management Team
Mike F. Gould
President/CEO
Mike F. Gould
President
Michael Gould, President of SilverCrest Properties, sets the strategic direction for the company, oversees operations, develops new senior communities, and works to achieve the company’s financial goals. Under his direction, the company has incorporated innovative programs into the traditional senior housing paradigm including wellness centers that contain warm water multi-purpose and therapy pools, massage, and state-of-the-art fitness equipment designed for seniors.
Mr. Gould established SilverCrest Properties in 1986 as a full-service company developing, constructing, marketing, and managing a continuum of senior housing options. The company maximizes the success of each project through careful market research, planning, creative design, and boundless ingenuity. Mr. Gould has expanded SilverCrest Properties by building and managing independent and assisted living and memory care campuses in several Minneapolis communities, including Richfield, St. Louis Park, New Brighton, and Eden Prairie, as well as Lakeville, MN, Maple Grove, MN, Rochester, MN, Des Moines, IA and Converse, TX. Prior to forming SilverCrest Properties, Mr. Gould was a Development Manager for Bor-Son Construction Companies and handled new projects. He received a BA in Business Administration from the University of Minnesota.
Denise Barnett
Chief Operating Officer
Denise Barnett
Chief Operating Officer
Denise is responsible for the day to day operations of SilverCrest communities. This responsibility includes; delivering superior customer satisfaction through our SilverAdvantage service model, execution of employee training and development, achieving occupancy and financial goals through over 500 employees in Minnesota and Texas.
Denise is a seasoned executive, licensed as a Nursing Home Administrator and a Bachelor of Science prepared registered nurse. Denise demonstrates strong clinical, financial, management and leadership skills. She has a solid working knowledge of state and federal nursing home regulations, housing with services laws and knowledge of public health needs and resources. Denise has served as Administrator/CEO, Executive Director and Director of Nursing. She received her BSN from Ausburg College and attended the University of Minnesota for Long Term Care Administration.
Mark Smith
Chief Financial Officer
Mark Smith
Chief Financial Officer
Mark is responsible for all money management, billing, payroll, payable, and financial reporting functions for our senior living communities as well as assist in the management and control processes in the facilities.
As a management company for long- term health care, we provide all necessary resources and support so that exceptional health care is received by seniors in an environment where dignity, privacy and quality of care are second to none.
Christine Shidla
Vice President of Operations
Christine Shidla
Vice President of Operations
Christine is responsible for the planning, direction, facilitation and monitoring of multiple programs at communities including all health care, dining and environmental services. This includes financial planning and monitoring, carrying out quality assurance reviews and developing systems. She is also a support to the Executive Directors.
Jason M.C. O’Higgins
Corporate Director of Sales and Marketing
Jason O’Higgins
Corporate Director of Sales and Marketing
Jason is an industry veteran with 18 years’ experience in senior living. He is responsible for the planning, direction, facilitation and monitoring of all sales and marketing programs at our communities. This includes website, digital, print, and outreach planning and monitoring. He is also a support to the Marketing Directors and Executive Directors.
Steve Cameron
Corporate Director of Dining Services
Steve Cameron
Corporate Director of Dining Services
Steve Cameron joined SilverCrest Properties in 2010. With over 30 years of Culinary Engagement, Steve is passionate and devoted to delivering positive culinary experiences for our communities. Steve is responsible for all aspects of SilverCrest Dining Services which includes contract negotiations, training, and leadership of staff, budget development, and ensuring that our guests have memorable dining experiences. Steve works closely with the Dining Directors to support each site and maintain SilverCrest Dining Services culinary standard of from-scratch cooking, fresh ingredients, and outstanding service.
Sarah Korenchen
Corporate Director of Administrative Services
Sarah Korenchen
Corporate Director of Business Administration
Sarah Korenchen is responsible for processing payroll for all employees at SilverCrest Communities. This includes oversight and planning of fiduciary contracts and audits related to payroll. She also provides HRIS support to the communities as well as managing their transportation programs and files.
Sarah grew up in a suburb of the Twin Cities. She attended the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire and studied Health Care Administration. She enjoys exploring new hiking trails, traveling, reading, Netflix and spending time with family and friends. Previous to joining the team at SilverCrest Properties corporate office, Sarah worked as the Assistant Executive Director at SilverCreek on Main, she is passionate about serving seniors and driven by helping others.
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