Jen Drake

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Director of Business Development @ Cascade Senior Living Services
Tacoma, WA, US
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Tacoma, Washington, United States, United States
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About Jen Drake

HIGHLY-ORGANIZED AND DETERMINED LEADER known for excellent communication and the ability to solve problems. Outstanding Sales and Marketing Director with over 12 years experience in Long Term Care sales and marketing. I have a proven track record of performance excellence in meeting targets and objectives - within 16 months I took a building from 81% occupancy up to 100% and have maintained 95% occupancy or above on a monthly average with a 27-34 person waitlist. I value respectful leadership skills that motivates staff to exceed expectations. Lastly, I have unequaled work ethic and values. My focus is on compassionate care for the elderly, with a second focus on increasing and retaining clientele through dynamic marketing. My third focus is on lobbying efforts in the Washington State Legislature, now having worked three legislative sessions.I am a qualified Assisted Living Administrator (Executive Director) in Washington State and have been interim Administrator of a retirement community twice. I completed WHCA's A+ Administrator Training and WHCA's Nursing Academy Training to understand State regulations pertaining to Assisted Living. I am a certified dementia and mental health specialty trainer with DSHS. In April of 2015 I am opened up a brand new 25-unit Memory Care addition to my current 122-unit active senior retirement community, and already had 68% pre-sold before the building even opened.I am a Rain Maker, passionate about life, family, marketing, and sales.

Jen Drake's Current Company Details
Cascade Senior Living Services

Cascade Senior Living Services

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Director of Business Development
Tacoma, WA, US
Website:
CascadeSLS.com
Employees:
20
Jen Drake Work Experience Details
  • Cascade Senior Living Services
    Director Of Business Development
    Cascade Senior Living Services
    Tacoma, Wa, Us
  • Cascade Park Communities
    Director Of Sales And Business Development
    Cascade Park Communities May 2018 - Present
    Tacoma, Wa, Us
    Cascade Park Communities has a stand-alone Assisted Living, stand-alone Memory Care buildings plus a thriving Active Day program for older adults. Cascade has been serving the community since 1995.
  • Madrona Park Retirement
    Senior Sales Advisor
    Madrona Park Retirement Jun 2017 - May 2018
    Active Assisted Living and Memory Care tucked away in Steel Lake Forest of Federal Way, WA this community boasts a 2017 Deficiency-Free State Survey and incredible staff longevity, showcasing a strong commitment to quality and affordable senior care. Leisure Care manages this beautiful active retirement community that hosts sprawling gardens surrounded by old growth forest, where the koi pond and waterfall create an oasis from the city bustle only blocks away. Come tour today!
  • Beam Home Care
    Area Sales Liaison
    Beam Home Care Mar 2017 - Jun 2017
    Beam Home Care provides activity of daily living services to older adults and those in need of hands-on physical help. Unlike Assisted Living or Memory Care, a client does not have to move, but rather Beam can provide the care within the privacy of one's own home, maintaining all the comforts and familiarity of a lifetime of memories. I am the Rain Maker, responsible for marketing to generate leads and also the sales to close those leads.Beam is a subsidiary of Holiday Retirement Corp., the nation's largest independent living provider for older adults, a well respected nation-wide company.
  • The Lodge At Mallard'S Landing
    Community Relations Director
    The Lodge At Mallard'S Landing Mar 2013 - Feb 2017
    As Community Relations Director for The Lodge at Mallard's Landing, I was the sole director of sales and marketing to cover 147 units to help families discover our premier retirement campus. We hosted independent living with cottages, assisted living and memory care in beautiful Gig Harbor. I wrote and implemented a bi-annual marketing plan to generate sales, was responsible for a $200K+ budget, was an expert in YARDI, a CRM database. I generated millions of dollars in new revenue for the company and moved in over 290 new people.
  • A Place For Mom
    Senior Living Advisor
    A Place For Mom Apr 2011 - Jan 2013
    New York, Ny, Us
    As an Eldercare Advisor with A Place for Mom, I have the wonderful opportunity to help assist and educate families about what local options are available for seniors. Many times families are overwhelmed with the responsibility of making the very best decision for their loved one. I am blessed to be able to assist families through education on a variety of senior housing, care, and funding options.
  • Heritage Assisted Living
    Marketing Consultant
    Heritage Assisted Living Dec 2009 - Jan 2013
    Twin Falls, Idaho, Us
    In charge of creation and execution of a full-scale marketing program to include but not limited to advertising, promotions, events, website, social networking and to develop new initiatives for marketing outreach for all aspects of the company.
  • Melon Media Llc
    Executive Editor
    Melon Media Llc Jan 2007 - Apr 2012
    My responsibility is for the operations and policies of The Melon Online. I am held accountable for delegating tasks to staff members as well as keeping up with the time it takes them to complete their task. I schedule submitted manuscripts for publication.I cross-check facts, spelling, grammar, writing style, and design. I edit articles and contribute editorial pieces; I motivate and develop contributing writers; I handle reader complaints (as if there WERE any) and just generally find and cultivate wonderful writers, video and podcast producers, and other artistic talent.
  • Melon Media Llc
    Contributing Author
    Melon Media Llc Mar 2008 - Jul 2011
    The Melon Online was started in the fall of 2007 by two friends, and since then has grown to become recognized within the Tacoma-area community as covering hot issues, such as the Tacoma School Board or Robert "The Traveler" Hill's crazy escapades. We are an independent media that has come into a respectable circle within a relatively short period of time, and I am proud to be a journalist and author for The Melon Online. Check us out at: www.themelononline.com.
  • Washington State Chiropractic Association
    Membership Director & Lobbyist
    Washington State Chiropractic Association Jun 2010 - Feb 2011
    I retained and gained new membership for the Association, ensured member benefits were engaging and practical, wrote articles for the Plexus journal that is sent to 1,600 chiropractors, lobbied on behalf of the Association, scheduled the ED's appointments; answered any and all questions the membership may have had, worked in marketing, sales, educational components, government relations, and the legal department, to name a few. With only 4.5 full time staff and a booming membership, I ran a tight schedule to make sure every member got the bang for their buck and participated with ultimate satisfaction.
  • Women Of Washington, Younger Women'S Task Force
    Finance Director
    Women Of Washington, Younger Women'S Task Force Mar 2008 - Apr 2009
    I am responsible for monitoring the YWTF financial accounts; maintaining records of account transactions and finance decisions; creating and maintaining event budgets; acting as a liaison with the national office about the budgetary needs; draft proposals and donation requests for fundraising events, writing grants, and strategic planning coordinator. I will hold this position for one year until I am up for re-election to the position.
  • Pierce County Center For Dispute Resolution
    Development Coordinator
    Pierce County Center For Dispute Resolution Apr 2008 - Sep 2008
    Responsible for daily activities in support of Pierce County Center for Dispute Resolution's development programs. I maintained donor records, solicited and acknowledged donations, and prepared advertisements and correspondence regarding the Center and its programs. I arranged and attend meetings with donors and prospective donors/partners.I also worked on the Board's marketing committee to enhance the Center's public visibility.
  • Washington State Legislature
    Aide To State Senator Joseph Zarelli
    Washington State Legislature Jan 2008 - Mar 2008
    Olympia, Wa, Us
    Served as a liaison between the Senator, legislators, staff, agencies and interested parties in the development, creation and progression of legislation. Worked with constituents on casework such as pensioned veterans who needed L&I to pay medical bills. Prioritized the Senator’s schedule, advised him of all appointments and provided background material for him. Tracked progression of the Senator’s bills through the legislative process, including following up on committee hearings, securing committee testimony and preparing and maintaining bill files. Organized and analyzed the flow of administrative, policy, and issue information
  • The Olga Store And Deli
    Manager
    The Olga Store And Deli Jun 2007 - Dec 2007
    Matt and I ran the Olga Store on beautiful Orcas Island, serving up wonderful coffee and freshly baked cinnamon rolls, cookies, pies, fresh salads, sandwiches, and soups. We ran a small gift shop alongside, and of course selling Lopez Island ice-cream to sailors who docked at Olga. The store was only open that one tourist season with us in charge, and was located in a 100-year old building, serving faithful patrons such as our 92 year old neighbor who was born just a few miles away in Doe Bay.
  • Walla Walla University
    Student
    Walla Walla University 2004 - 2007
    College Place, Wa, Us
  • Washington State Legislature
    Policy Intern For Senator Mike Hewitt
    Washington State Legislature Jan 2006 - Mar 2006
    Olympia, Wa, Us
    Managed constituent issues such as property tax levies; resolved claim cases; wrote State fiscal briefs. Wrote over 400 constituent letters such as property tax, sex offenders, and pension gain-sharing. Researched and wrote a brief by request of the Lieutenant Governor’s office on the international effort to designate Fort Nunez Gaona-Diah a national landmark; visited Neah Bay on a four-day trip to interview tribal elders and garner research from tribal archives and was briefed by the tribal council and other tribal committees. Worked with the Spanish consulate, Canadian historians, and Makah tribe to accurately portray all parties’ involvement in Neah Bay during the 1700s
  • Peterson Apiaries
    Beekeeper
    Peterson Apiaries Aug 2000 - Aug 2002
    I was responsible for feeding bees and pollinating in California's central and southern orchards from October to April; and for moving the bees across the country to extract honey in Minnesota from May to September. The work was hard, but very rewarding. My co-worker and I ran a 2,000 hive operation by ourselves.

Jen Drake Skills

Public Relations Public Speaking Editing Social Media Customer Service Advertising Fundraising Marketing Healthcare Event Planning Budgets Leadership Community Development Grant Writing Community Outreach Seo Marketing Strategy Social Media Marketing Microsoft Office Sales Journalism Marketing Communications Creative Writing Blogging Event Management Press Releases Strategic Planning Community Relations Online Marketing Health Teaching Customer Relations Budgeting Mentoring

Jen Drake Education Details

  • Walla Walla University
    Walla Walla University
    Economics
  • Northeast State University
    Northeast State University

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Jen Drake attended Walla Walla University, Northeast State University.

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