Benedictine Executive and Leadership Team

Rand Gettler, the Chief Executive Officer at Benedictine, directs the overarching strategic vision and operational execution for the health system. Gettler's leadership ensures alignment with the Catholic, Mission-directed values that guide Benedictine's services for aging adults. This executive role involves overseeing the expansion and integration of skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities throughout the upper Midwest. Gettler drives initiatives to enhance the quality of care and resident experience across all Benedictine facilities. The Chief Executive Officer's focus remains on sustainable growth and maintaining the highest standards of service delivery in therapy, rehabilitation, memory care, home health care, adult day, and transitional care programs. Rand Gettler champions innovation in elder care, ensuring Benedictine remains a leader in its field.

Jerry Carley Carley, the President & Chief Executive Officer at Benedictine, spearheads the strategic direction and comprehensive management of the health system. Carley's leadership ensures the continued delivery of high-quality health and housing services to aging adults, upholding Benedictine's core mission. This executive position involves guiding the organization's growth and operational efficiency across its network of skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities in the upper Midwest. Jerry Carley Carley oversees the development and implementation of programs in therapy, rehabilitation, memory care, home health care, adult day, and transitional care. The President & Chief Executive Officer's mandate includes fostering a culture of excellence and compassion. Jerry Carley Carley drives strategic partnerships and resource allocation to support Benedictine's commitment to serving its residents.

Tony Hanson, the Aministraor and Chief Executive Officer at Benedictine, manages the day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives for the health system. Hanson's role is critical in ensuring Benedictine's mission-driven approach to elder care is consistently applied across all service lines. This executive leadership position encompasses direct oversight of skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities throughout the upper Midwest. Tony Hanson drives operational excellence in therapy, rehabilitation, memory care, home health care, adult day, and transitional care services. The Aministraor and Chief Executive Officer's responsibilities include optimizing resource allocation and fostering a supportive environment for both residents and staff. Tony Hanson ensures compliance with regulatory standards and promotes continuous improvement in care delivery.

Emmalene Tretter, the Chief Executive Officer & Administrator at Benedictine, directs the strategic planning and operational management of the health system's services for aging adults. Tretter's leadership ensures Benedictine upholds its Catholic, Mission-directed values in providing comprehensive care. This executive role involves overseeing the network of skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities across the upper Midwest. Emmalene Tretter drives the enhancement of specialized services, including therapy, rehabilitation, memory care, home health care, adult day, and transitional care. The Chief Executive Officer & Administrator focuses on operational efficiency and the delivery of compassionate, high-quality care. Emmalene Tretter champions initiatives that promote resident well-being and organizational sustainability.

Len Meysembourg, the Administrator and Chief Executive Officer at Benedictine, guides the strategic vision and operational execution of the health system's elder care services. Meysembourg's leadership ensures Benedictine's commitment to providing a full spectrum of health and housing solutions across the upper Midwest. This executive position involves direct oversight of skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities. Len Meysembourg drives the continuous improvement of specialized services such as therapy, rehabilitation, memory care, home health care, adult day, and transitional care. The Administrator and Chief Executive Officer's focus is on maintaining high standards of care and operational integrity. Len Meysembourg champions initiatives that enhance resident quality of life and support the organization's mission.

Christine Kerns, the Chief Executive Officer & Administrator at Benedictine, directs the strategic development and operational management of the health system's comprehensive services for aging adults. Kerns' leadership ensures Benedictine's adherence to its Catholic, Mission-directed principles in delivering care across the upper Midwest. This executive role encompasses oversight of skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities. Christine Kerns drives the enhancement of specialized programs, including therapy, rehabilitation, memory care, home health care, adult day, and transitional care. The Chief Executive Officer & Administrator prioritizes operational excellence and the provision of compassionate, high-quality services. Christine Kerns leads efforts to foster resident well-being and ensure the long-term success of Benedictine's mission.

James Cornelius, the Administrator and Chief Executive Officer at Benedictine, leads the strategic direction and operational oversight of the health system's extensive elder care services. Cornelius's leadership ensures Benedictine consistently delivers on its promise of providing a wide array of health and housing solutions throughout the upper Midwest. This executive position involves direct management of skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities. James Cornelius drives the advancement of specialized care offerings, including therapy, rehabilitation, memory care, home health care, adult day, and transitional care. The Administrator and Chief Executive Officer focuses on maintaining the highest standards of care quality and operational efficiency. James Cornelius champions initiatives aimed at improving resident satisfaction and supporting the organization's core values.

Barbara Wessberg, the Chief Executive Officer & Administrator at Benedictine, directs the strategic planning and operational management of the health system's comprehensive services for aging adults. Wessberg's leadership ensures Benedictine's commitment to its Catholic, Mission-directed values in delivering care across the upper Midwest. This executive role encompasses oversight of skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities. Barbara Wessberg drives the enhancement of specialized programs, including therapy, rehabilitation, memory care, home health care, adult day, and transitional care. The Chief Executive Officer & Administrator prioritizes operational excellence and the provision of compassionate, high-quality services. Barbara Wessberg leads efforts to foster resident well-being and ensure the long-term success of Benedictine's mission.

Terry Schneider, the Administrator and Chief Executive Officer at Benedictine, guides the strategic vision and operational execution of the health system's elder care services. Schneider's leadership ensures Benedictine consistently delivers on its promise of providing a wide array of health and housing solutions throughout the upper Midwest. This executive position involves direct management of skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities. Terry Schneider drives the advancement of specialized care offerings, including therapy, rehabilitation, memory care, home health care, adult day, and transitional care. The Administrator and Chief Executive Officer focuses on maintaining the highest standards of care quality and operational efficiency. Terry Schneider champions initiatives aimed at improving resident satisfaction and supporting the organization's core values.

Peter Leer, the Administrator Chief Executive Officer at Benedictine, leads the strategic direction and operational oversight of the health system's extensive elder care services. Leer's leadership ensures Benedictine consistently delivers on its promise of providing a wide array of health and housing solutions throughout the upper Midwest. This executive position involves direct management of skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities. Peter Leer drives the advancement of specialized care offerings, including therapy, rehabilitation, memory care, home health care, adult day, and transitional care. The Administrator Chief Executive Officer focuses on maintaining the highest standards of care quality and operational efficiency. Peter Leer champions initiatives aimed at improving resident satisfaction and supporting the organization's core values.