SAINT JOHN'S LEADERSHIP TEAM

Matthew joined Saint John’s in 2021 as the organization’s first Chief Operating Officer, he was named president & CEO in 2025. He brings to the role more than 24 years’ experience in not-for-profit senior living community leadership throughout the Midwest. Specifically, he has been at the forefront of the long term care “culture change” movement since the late 1990s and has advanced person-centered care practices in the organizations he has served. Matthew earned a bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Gerontology, with an emphasis in Long Term Care Administration, from Kansas State University. He is married, with one daughter.

Dan joined Saint John's On The Lake in 2011. He previously spent 18 years with Extendicare Health Services, Inc., most recently as the Senior Director of Reimbursement Services. Dan, a CPA, also worked in the audit division of Arthur Andersen & Co. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Dan is married with three children.

Liz joined Saint John's On The Lake in the summer of 2025 as the Chief Operating Officer.  She holds an undergraduate degree in Philosophy and Comparative Religion from UW-Milwaukee and an MBA from Cardinal Stritch University.  Bringing to the organization over 23 years of experience in the Long-Term Care Industry,  Liz began her career in caregiving and worked her way to manager, director, and executive leadership positions in mission-based, non-profit organizations.  Liz has also served as a board member on the Wisconsin Assisted Living Association (WALA) board of directors. 

When not working, Liz can be found spending time with her husband and two children, taking in live music, enjoying the national parks, and supporting the kiddos in all of their extracurriculars.

Keshia joined Saint John’s in 2018. She holds a Master of Business Administration from Cardinal Stritch University and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee where she doubled majored in Marketing and Human Resources. She has over 15 years of human resources experience specializing in areas such as; employee relations, benefits, safety, payroll, FMLA and ADA to name a few. Also, she holds a certificate in Human Resources, she is certified with the Society of Human Resources Management as an HR Professional as well as the HR Certification Institute. Keshia is married to Sean Pryor and has two children, Brady and Paige.

Cathy joined Saint John’s in 2020. She is responsible for raising funds for the Foundation, operations and capital projects. She is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Cathy joined Saint John’s with over 20 years’ experience in fund development and marketing in senior living communities. She is married with two children and enjoys spending time with family, volunteering and taking in the vibrant sports and cultural events offered in Milwaukee.

Dorie joined Saint John’s in October 2021 as the Director of Nursing Services and has transitioned into her current role as Chief Clinical Officer which includes overseeing the Rehabilitation and Wellness Departments. A nurse since 1996, she has her MSN from UW-Madison. She has extensive experience in acute care, clinic operations and home care. Her well-rounded background is a perfect complement to the diverse areas of practice she leads at Saint John’s. Dorie is married, with two children. She is a dog lover who enjoys the outdoors.

Melissa joined Saint John’s in 2019. She has more than 33 years of experience in food service, 23 years of which was managing food service teams in retirement communities throughout the Milwaukee area. She earned her associate degree in Dietetics in May 1996 and completed her Certified Dietary Manager/ Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM/CFPP) in December 2020. Melissa is married and has two daughters. She enjoys spending time with family, volunteering at church and walking her two dogs.

Brandon joined Saint John’s in January 2020 as a Manager of LifeStreams and has transitioned into the role of Director of LifeStreams. The LifeStreams department enriches the lives of the residents with whole-person wellness programming for the entire campus using the seven dimensions of wellness (emotional, environmental, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual, and occupational) as a guide. Brandon’s background in planning and event coordination gives him the skills to lead the department and to be a role model in senior living programming. Brandon enjoys performing, watching theater and spending time with his husband and their dog, Bailey.

Luci joined Saint John’s in 2011. She was previously a recruiter for a full-service staffing agency and has held various sales and marketing positions in staffing and training, post-secondary adult education and technology consulting. Luci earned her Bachelor of Arts from UW-Milwaukee in Economics.  

Maggie began her career at Saint John’s in 2007. Her roles have included sales and marketing support, move coordination and project management. She has been involved in nearly every Tower resident’s move-in, and was instrumental in the apartment customization, construction and opening of the South Tower (2011) and North Tower (2020). She has also managed capital improvement projects such as the Central Tower Window Replacement and the Chapel Refresh. Maggie received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from UW-Milwaukee. She enjoys home improvement and is a big fan of Milwaukee Brewers baseball.

The Rev. Troutman-Miller joined Saint John’s in 2014. She is an Episcopal priest in the Diocese of Milwaukee and serves as the Director of Spiritual Care at Saint John’s. In her 20-year career as a Chaplain, she has provided spiritual care in the areas of acute care, mom/babies, and mental health and addictions. She is a trained spiritual director, and is on the teaching faculty of the Haden Institute for Spiritual Direction in Ontario, Canada. Board certified with the Association of Professional Chaplains since 2004, Rev. Troutman-Miller has served the chaplaincy profession in a variety of different areas, currently serving on the Board of Directors for APC, where she is the former chair of the Professional Ethics Committee, and is the current chair of the BCCI Commission on Certification. Rev. Troutman-Miller is a member of the Standing Committee for the Diocese of Milwaukee. She holds a Master of Arts degree from Lincoln Christian Seminary and an Anglican Studies Certificate from Bexley Seabury Seminary.

James joined Saint John’s in 2025. He has more than 25 years of experience in facilities and operations. He earned his master’s degree in Industrial Hygiene and holds certificates in Safety Management programing and Environmental Regulatory Compliance. James is married and has two sons. He enjoys spending time with his large extended family and his black lab Foy.

Lawrence joined Saint John’s in January of 2024 as the Security Manager. He was promoted to Director of Security and IT in January of 2025. Lawrence leads all aspects of security and IT including training residents and the team on safety and security protocols and managing Saint John’s vast IT infrastructure. He holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and brings over 20 years of experience working in Law Enforcement, Asset Protection and Training. In his off-time, Lawrence loves to spend time with his family going on road trips, camping and spending time on their boat on Lake Michigan.

Amber has over 30 years of experience in the senior living and long-term care industry. She began her career as an Occupational Therapist and has grown into management, corporate, and executive leadership roles throughout her career. Amber is a compassionate, resident-centered leader who believes the best care starts with building strong teams and meaningful relationships. She is passionate about supporting staff, mentoring future leaders, and creating positive environments for residents, families, and employees. Known for her approachable leadership style, Amber values collaboration, honesty, and leading by example. Amber is married and has one adult daughter, who is married and has blessed them with two beautiful granddaughters. Spending time with her family, especially her granddaughters, is one of Amber’s greatest joys.