2026-2028 Board Election Results
The following individuals will be sworn in at the WHCA Board Meeting during the WHCA Annual Convention. Congratulations to each new member, and thank you for your dedication and service to our Association and members!
Multi Assisted Living (AL)
Steve Geissler
General Counsel,
Aegis Living
With a legal career spanning over 25 years and across leading brands like Eddie Bauer, Nintendo, and Hitachi, Steve Geissler brings a wealth of strategic legal expertise to Aegis Living. As General Counsel, Steve is responsible for overseeing the compliance and regulatory performance for the company’s 39 communities across Washington, California and Nevada, ensuring the company seamlessly navigates complex regulatory environments easily, mitigating risk and protecting the company’s assets. His extensive experience in acquisitions, development, and corporate governance ensures that Aegis Living operates with full compliance while maintaining the agility to seize new growth opportunities.
Independent Assisted Living (AL)
Zack Wester
Operations Manager,
Noble Healthcare
Zack Wester is co-owner of Noble Healthcare. Zack’s first exposure to long term care came while working through college as a night guard and driver at Sunrise Senior Living in Holladay, UT. After college, Zack spent time working in Taiwan, and with several companies in and around China. During this time, he developed a specialty in Government Affairs and until 2015 served as Director of Government Affairs for an energy startup.
In 2015, Zack shifted gears and joined Noble Healthcare as it was founded by his brothers Josh and Cale. Zack earned his Nursing Home Administrator’s license in Noble’s first facility, Tekoa Care Center. During his time at Noble, Zack has worked to expand specialized behavioral support programs, supported retooling and relicensing of Noble facilities from SNF to specialized AL, worked with DSHS on contract development, and most recently (as executive director) led the rollout of specialized contracts at Noble’s newest acquisition, Parkside Assisted Living.
Zack currently serves on WHCA’s ALF legislative task force – and is particularly excited to work with WHCA’s AL constituency in their efforts to educate the public and policy makers on issues and challenges impacting capacity and access to AL services, and to build consensus on long-term and sustainable solutions to those challenges.
Multi Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Amanda Lanser
Administrator,
Mountain View Rehabilitation
Amanda brings more than ten years of experience in skilled nursing, shaped by a deep commitment to regulatory excellence, resident advocacy, and the development of strong, confident leaders. She began her career as a CNA and became a licensed nursing home administrator at age 22, gaining eight years of multi‑state NHA experience before assuming her current role as Executive Director at Mountain View Rehabilitation and Care Center in Marysville, Washington. In this position, she leads an agency‑free facility grounded in stability, accountability, and staff empowerment, with a focus on cultivating teams that deliver consistent, high‑quality care.
Her passion for elder care drives her mission to create environments where residents feel valued, seen, and heard. She prioritizes training and mentorship, helping emerging leaders build the skills necessary to succeed in an increasingly complex long term care landscape. Amanda’s operational approach emphasizes defensible processes, strong communication, and a culture of dignity and respect for both residents and staff. Alongside her leadership experience, she is pursuing a legal education at Seattle University School of Law to strengthen her ability to influence regulatory compliance and advocate for meaningful policy improvements. She is committed to shaping the future of elder care as the aging population continues to grow and the sector evolves.
Independent Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Pete Wolkin
Director of Operations,
Nightingale Healthcare
Pete is the owner and operator of Nightingale Healthcare, a small family owned long term healthcare company that includes 4 skilled nursing and 4 assisted living facilities in Washington state. Nightingale healthcare has the stated goal of being a small company that sets a big example in long term care. Pete has played an integral part in the family business working along side his wife Tracey for nearly two decades. Together they have worked tirelessly seeking to find better ways to deliver care and housing to some of Washington’s most vulnerable populations.
Pete maintains a Certified Nursing Assistant license and a Nursing Home Administrator’s license. He received his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Lewis and Clark College. In his free-time, Pete can often be found skiing, boating, or volunteering with the local fire department. Pete has earned and maintains his certification as an EMT and an outdoor emergency responder.
At-Large
Monica Chopra
VP of Health and Wellness,
Cascadia Senior Living & Development
Monica Chopra is a dedicated healthcare professional with a deep commitment to senior care. She currently serves as the VP of Health and Wellness for Cascadia Senior Living, where she oversees the well-being of residents across sixteen communities in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. Monica’s career journey began in 1999 when she moved to the United States from India, initially working as an interpreter. Her desire to help others led her to pursue nursing, and she has since built an extensive career in senior care, with over fourteen years of experience in Washington.
Throughout her career, Monica has steadily advanced from a CNA to her current leadership role, where she continues to champion the highest standards of care for vulnerable populations. Her expertise spans a wide range of healthcare and management areas, including policy analysis, strategic planning, and both clinical and administrative operations. Additionally, she has served as an AFH Complaint Investigator for the RCS, contributing to the improvement of care in senior living communities. Monica’s dedication to her field was recognized in 2014 when she was honored with the WHCA Assisted Living Nurse of the Year award. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Monica enjoys spending quality time with her family, including her young granddaughter, and indulging in her love for cooking. She is also the proud owner of a Yorkshire terrier named Dash.
Morei Lingle
SVP, Chief Administrative Officer,
Merrill Gardens LLC
Morei Lingle has 37 years of experience in the senior housing industry with a background in skilled nursing, Alzheimer’s care, independent and assisted living. Morei is one of the original members of the Merrill Gardens team, starting with the company in 1996. In the past 28 years she has been instrumental in guiding the company’s growth into a leading national operator. She has worked in all phases of operations for the company and established a comprehensive company-wide customer service initiative.
In her role as Senior Vice President, Morei oversees the Human Resources and Training team, as well as supporting overall company operations in the United States and China. In addition, she is part of a senior housing consortium that designed and implemented the first semester-long course in Senior Living Management at a public university. Morei is also one of the teaching professionals for the course at Washington State University that is designed to bring management talent to the senior housing industry. She is also actively involved in Argentum and CALA.
Associate Business (AB) Governor
Jeremy Aaron
Founder,
ANDS Nurse Consulting
Jeremy Aaron is the Founder and Owner of ANDS Nurse Consulting, a Pacific Northwest–based clinical consulting firm providing RN oversight, delegation, regulatory compliance support, and operational guidance to assisted living and residential care communities. Under his leadership, ANDS partners with more than 60 communities, delivering structured clinical systems that improve resident care outcomes, strengthen frontline healthcare teams, and support survey readiness.
Jeremy specializes in regulatory compliance within Washington and Oregon, with particular expertise in RN delegation, nurse oversight, quality assurance, and transitions from traditional nursing models to Medication Technician-supported systems. His organization has successfully supported numerous state surveys and remains citation-free in delegation and RN oversight services. Passionate about elevating frontline healthcare professionals, Jeremy focuses on practical education, accountability systems, and collaborative partnerships that empower operators to meet regulatory standards while enhancing quality of life for residents. Through board service with WHCA, Jeremy seeks to contribute a clinical and regulatory perspective that supports operators, strengthens industry standards, and advances sustainable models of care across Washington’s long-term care communities.