Vibrant and Caring Life Plan Communities

Vickie Brashear is the President and CEO of Christian Village Communities, a Division of the Christian Benevolent Association of Greater Cincinnati, Inc. Prior to CVC, Vickie served as the CFO/Controller for more than 12 years at other long-term care facilities and has over 10 years of Medicare auditing experience. While most of Vickie’s career has been in long-term care, she also spent 5 years at GE where she completed their Corporate Financial Management Program with national honors. Vickie is a CPA and holds an accounting degree from the University of Cincinnati’s Carl H. Lindner College of Business. Vickie is a big Cincinnati Reds fan. She attends at least one away game while visiting a new city each year.

Tracey Bray is the Vice President of Human Resources for Christian Villages Communities. She comes to her role with over 23 years of HR Management experience in the healthcare field. Over her career, she’s gained more than 20 years of experience within the senior-living continuum of care realm. Tracey earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Ohio University, majoring in Human Resource Management and General Management. During leisure time, she loves spending time with her husband, daughter, son-in-law, granddaughters, and fur babies.

Diane Gumbert is the Chief Financial Officer of Christian Village Communities. Diane has worked in the long-term care industry for more than 30 years in both for-profit and not-for-profit companies, serving in the role of CFO/VP of Finance for the last 17 years. She is a licensed CPA and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Northern Kentucky University. In her free time, Diane enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.

Matt Hilderbran is the Vice President of Development for Christian Village Communities. Matt has been a successful fundraiser for over 25 years. For the past 8 years, he has been involved in development work for senior living communities. He earned a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Bowling Green State University and a Master of Theological Studies degree from Winebrenner Theological Seminary. In his free time, Matt likes spending time with his wife Amy and his family.

Julie has worked in the non-profit long-term care industry for over 20 years. She has worked in a variety of positions such as a State Tested Nursing Assistant, Corporate Life Enrichment & Volunteer Director, Corporate Compliance Officer, and became a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator 3 years ago. In addition, she is certified in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement program and earned a Harvard Business School Leadership Program Certification. Julie enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and being outdoors.

Susan Myers is the Vice President of Health Services, Compliance and Analytics for Christian Village Communities. Susan is a registered nurse (RN) and has been dedicated to the senior care industry for 27 years, with experience in both for-profit and not-for-profit companies. Susan has been with Christian Village Communities for 7 years and formerly acted as the Director of Analytics and Compliance. Susan holds a bachelor’s degree in science and nursing from the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing and Health. Susan spends leisure time camping, hiking and kayaking with family.

Bob Slade is the Vice President of Operations for Christian Village Communities. Bob has worked in the long-term care industry for 33+ years and has garnered experience in both for-profit and not-for-profit companies. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business, with a major in accounting from Wright State University and has been a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator for 20 years. In his free time Bob likes golfing and being by water.

Lizz Stephens is the Vice President of Marketing and Business Strategy for Christian Village Communities. Lizz joined CVC in 2006 as a marketing coordinator. Lizz was promoted to The Christian Village at Mason’s Director of Marketing in 2009 and was then promoted to her current role in 2015. Her areas of expertise include oversite of CVC’s Strategic Positioning Goals, leadership for the sales of CVM’s independent and assisted living, and oversite of the corporation’s marketing efforts. Lizz holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Cincinnati. Outside of work, Lizz enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.