LCS, the Des Moines-based senior living provider, has announced a shift in its executive leadership.
Chris Bird, LCS’ president and chief operating officer, will become CEO. Bird will succeed Joel Nelson, who served as CEO since 2018 and will continue to serve as chairman of the board and as a member of the company’s investment committee.
“Chris is exceptionally qualified to lead LCS through our next chapter of growth,” said Nelson. “One of the key decision points when we hired Chris seven years ago was his belief and commitment to the LCS culture and values. I am excited to leverage Chris’ experience, energy, and passion to continue evolving the LCS strategy into the future.”
“LCS wouldn’t be where we are today without Joel’s leadership, integrity, and commitment to our team, residents, and partners,” said Bird. “He has led LCS through tremendous growth and championed some of our most valuable initiatives. I have profound gratitude for all he has invested to make our organization one of the best in the senior living industry.”
The company did not announce who would succeed Bird as president and chief operating officer.
LCS is the nation’s third-largest senior living provider, with 132 communities that serve around 40,000 seniors in 31 states. The LCS Family of Companies serves the senior housing industry through management, development, real estate, group purchasing, and insurance.
Photo: Joel Nelson
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