The following individuals have been hired at member organizations.  LeadingAge Kansas would like to extend a warm welcome and we look forward to working with you in the future!

  • Zahra Pourmirza has been hired as Director of Nursing at Homestead Health Center in Wichita.  She has 38+ years in the field.
  • Sharon Ziegler has been named Vice President of Regional Operations for Skilled Nursing at Ascension Healthcare.  She was most recently with Golden Living Centers where she spent most of her career.
  • Matthew Thornton was named Vice President of Regional Operations for Multi-Level Retirement Communities with Ascension Healthcare.  He was the regional vice president of operations at Senior Care Communities, a Minnesota-based non-profit which develops, owns and maintains senior housing and senior services.
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Nicole Schings is the Director of Member Services and Business Development. Nicole joined the association in 2018, and oversees our Member Services program, our Partnership and Associate Member relationships, and our online education system. A graduate of Washburn University, Nicole uses her 22 years of experience in the association world to enhance the support of our members, problem solve their issues and bring new partners into the LeadingAge Kansas family. Outside of work, Nicole is passionate about geocaching and moments spent with her dog, Blu. You can reach Nicole directly at 785.670.8048.