Mike was approached in 2018, by ownership, the opportunity to take over management company responsibility of Willowbrook Place. Mike worked with the prior management company, that was retiring from the business, and formed a new company while retaining all the existing employees. Prior to Willowbrook Place, Mike had a successful 25-year corporate career with the last 15 years managing large enterprise projects at M&I Bank then Northwestern Mutual.
Mike graduated from Butler University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. After graduation, Mike moved to Chicago and worked in Management Consulting for 10 years. Mike met his wife Heidi in Chicago and after accepting a position with M&I, they moved to Cedarburg which is still home today.
Mike has a long history with Willowbrook Place as Heidi’s Grandmother was one of Willowbrook Place’s first residents back in 2004. Mike and Heidi along with their three children and two dogs enjoy all sorts of sporting and vacationing activities along with extended family and friends.
Jenn has been a familiar face to the Willowbrook Place team since 2019.
The Executive Director oversees the day-to-day operations in the community, manages staff, and takes part in resident and family relations.
She has a true passion for helping others and enjoys building relationships within the community.
Jenn has an extensive background in healthcare & leadership, she has ample experience in senior living, home care, and hospital settings.
In her spare time, Jenn enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her husband & son!
Kayla joined the Willowbrook team in 2020 as a Resident Assistant and transitioned to Lead Resident Assistant and Wellness Assistant in 2024. Kayla was promoted to Assistant Executive Director in 2026.
The Assistant Executive Director provides administrative support to the Executive Director and leadership team. Kayla also performs marketing responsibilities, including fostering meaningful connections with our current and prospective residents.
At 16 years old Kayla started her career in long-term care, where she brought a deep passion for cultivating warm, supportive, and engaging environments for both residents and staff. Kayla believes a long-term care community must be built on trust, empathy, and connection.
When she is not at work, Kayla enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and pets. She also enjoys trips up north with friends, traveling, and crafting.
Emily graduated in 2020 from Valparaiso University with her bachelor's in nursing. Emily started her career in nursing at an intercity Milwaukee where she spent 4 years bedside.
Emily came to senior living in 2024 and has been dedicated to creating a supportive, resident-centered community. She enjoys working alongside care teams, residents, and families to promote health, wellness, and quality of life. Emily strives to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those she serves every day.
In her free time, Emily loves spending time with her husband, family, friends and pets, going to concerts, and being outdoors.
Deborah joins Willowbrook Place with more than 16 years of experience as an Activity Professional, working in Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Memory Care communities.
She is an APC – Activity Professional Certified, with specializations in Assisted Living and Memory Care, as well as a CDP – Certified Dementia Practitioner. Deborah is also actively involved at both the state and national levels. She currently serves as Vice President of WRAP (Wisconsin Representatives of Activity Professionals) and is a member of the NAAP (National Association of Activity Professionals) Leadership Team and Special Projects Council.
Through her involvement with these organizations, Deborah is committed to helping Activity Professionals—including herself—continue to grow and gain the tools and resources needed to create meaningful, engaging experiences for the residents they serve.
Deborah brings many ideas and a great deal of enthusiasm for creating a strong sense of community at Willowbrook Place—one that is active, connected, and socially engaged. She believes there should be something for everyone, from fitness classes and live entertainment to arts and crafts, educational programs, special events, and opportunities to simply connect with one another.
Outside of work, Deborah enjoys photography, gardening, and spending time with her four children and nine grandchildren.
Mike brings a wealth of knowledge and extensive industry experience, and a passion for preparing quality meals and providing personalized customer service to our seniors. He has been employed in senior living food service for 20 years!
In his spare time, he enjoys cooking for his family and traveling the world with his wife. Mike is excited to continue providing great meals and personalized service for the residents at Willowbrook Place.
Lisa has been employed at Willowbrook Place since 2004! Lisa takes great pride in maintaining our community as well as assisting all departments with various needs!
She is an avid dog lover and has two great dog companions. Lisa is married but her first love will always be her dogs!
Todd joined Willowbrook as our Maintenance Director in 2025, bringing 25 years of experience in Facility Management and Maintenance Operations. He has a strong background in customer service, building maintenance, and safety compliance. He ensures our community remains safe, functional, and efficient!
Todd is passionate about people, customer service, and is dedicated to keeping our building operations running smoothly. Outside of work he enjoys golf, travel, and spending time with his wife, kids and grandkids.