In this special year-end edition of The Roots Podcast by 12 Oaks, host Greg Puklicz, President of 12 Oaks Senior Living, continues the conversation with key Home Office leaders to reflect on the progress, priorities, and people that shaped 2025. Greg is joined by Linda Green, Chief of Staff, Susan Camacho, Solutions Consultant, and Paul Wang, Vice President Asset Management, who share how their teams supported communities, strengthened operational infrastructure, increased occupancy, and expanded the 12 Oaks portfolio.

From behind the scenes operational coordination and contract management to hands on census growth, dementia support, and strategic portfolio expansion, the discussion highlights the high touch, culture driven approach that defines 12 Oaks. Looking ahead to 2026, leaders outline priorities focused on policy and training advancement, technology and AI integration, leadership development, new community onboarding, and thoughtful growth across core markets, positioning 12 Oaks for continued momentum in an evolving senior living landscape.

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In this special year end edition of The Roots Podcast by 12 Oaks, host Greg Puklicz, President of 12 Oaks Senior Living, sits down with members of the executive leadership team to reflect on the milestones, growth, and momentum that defined 2025.

Throughout the episode, leaders from finance, human resources, operations, care and compliance share how their teams strengthened systems, supported community leaders, enhanced resident care, and built deeper connections across the organization. From financial excellence and workforce engagement to occupancy growth, wellness initiatives, and value-based care, the conversation highlights how 12 Oaks continues to live out its mission of helping seniors thrive in community.

Looking ahead to 2026, the leadership team outlines priorities focused on operational strength, team development, resident wellness, and thoughtful innovation, positioning 12 Oaks for continued success in a growing and evolving senior living industry.

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In this episode of The Roots Podcast by 12 Oaks, host Greg Puklicz, President of 12 Oaks Senior Living, sits down with Travis Wick, Regional Vice President, to unpack the strategies and heart behind serving the middle market in senior living.

From his unexpected start in the industry to leading thriving independent living communities, Travis shares how 12 Oaks is redefining affordability, access, and quality of life for residents who might otherwise be left out of the senior living conversation.

Together, Greg and Travis discuss how the middle market model delivers value through smart operations, strong resident relationships, and innovative care partnerships that extend independence and length of stay.

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In this episode of The Roots Podcast by 12 Oaks, host Greg Puklicz, President of 12 Oaks, is joined by Chief Executive Officer Richard K. Blaylock for a deep dive into the future of value-based care in senior living. Together, they explore how 12 Oaks is laying the groundwork for smarter care delivery—through integrated health records, data warehousing, and emerging technologies like motion and fall detection.

From pilot programs to strategic partnerships with platforms like August Health and Inspiron, this episode unpacks how the 2025 thematic goal of value-based care is becoming a reality. With a strong emphasis on data-driven decision-making, Greg and Richard discuss how these initiatives are designed to improve wellness outcomes, enhance family satisfaction, extend length of stay, and drive long-term RevPAR growth.

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In this episode of The Roots Podcast by 12 Oaks, host Greg Puklicz, President of 12 Oaks, is joined by Richard K. Blaylock, Chief Executive Officer, for a forward-looking conversation on the 2025 Thematic Goals guiding the organization. Together, they explore the strategic priorities shaping the year ahead—from deepening operational excellence and enhancing partner value, to aligning teams around shared purpose and delivering consistent community outcomes.

Grounded in clarity, focus, and accountability, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how 12 Oaks is turning bold goals into measurable impact across its senior living portfolio.

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In this episode of The Roots Podcast by 12 Oaks, host Greg Puklicz, President of 12 Oaks, sits down with Chief Revenue Officer Aaron Catoe to explore the evolving role of the CRO in today’s senior living landscape. Together, they dive into the strategies behind driving sustainable growth, optimizing team performance, and achieving and maintaining 90% occupancy across communities.

From the power of emotional intelligence and relational dynamics to the importance of aligning leadership with operational excellence, this episode offers practical insights and a deeper look into the leadership mindset that fuels success at 12 Oaks.

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In this episode of The Roots Podcast by 12 Oaks, host Melissa Labor, Chief People Officer, speaks with Marlene Garcia, Human Resources Manager on the 12 Oaks approach to strategies for recruiting and hiring in senior living communities. Discover how this conversation highlights the importance of high touch models in recruiting, building meaningful recruiters to community relationships, new employee experience and prioritizing a meaningful culture for 12 Oaks residents.

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In this episode of The Roots Podcast by 12 Oaks, host Melissa Labor, Chief People Officer, is joined by Steve Nguyen, Learning and Development Director to explore how intentional leadership, thoughtful technology adoption, and a culture of continuous learning drive success at 12 Oaks. Steve shares insights on the importance of unlearning outdated habits and embracing change, while Melissa highlights the company’s commitment to aligning initiatives with its mission to be trusted, best-in-class partners. Packed with actionable takeaways, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about leadership and organizational development.

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