INNOVATION SENIOR LIVING
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At Innovation Senior Living, we utilize the CliftonStrengths Assessment to understand the talents of our team members.
These assessments allow us to perform better in our jobs, build stronger relationships and achieve personal growth.
Who
We believe everyone…
should have a dignified life, regardless of social or economic background.
We believe in enhancing…
our resident’s quality of life by delivering services and experiences that uniquely meet their needs.
We believe in a workplace…
that embraces diversity and inclusion, and a culture that welcomes people from all walks of life.
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PILAR CARVAJAL
Founder & CEO
CLIFTON STRENGTHS:
Achiever
Discipline
Mrs. Carvajal is a leading innovator in the senior housing industry. As founder and CEO, she oversees all aspects of the company and is actively involved in operations and growth. Mrs. Carvajal has deep experience managing business that incorporate affordability, residential and health care facets. Mrs. Carvajal demonstrates both excellence in using government programs to subsidize services for fixed-income seniors and innovation in providing sensible living solutions for middle income seniors. She is a social impact entrepreneur dedicated to her vision of making serving the middle market commonplace.
Prior to creating Innovation Senior Living, Mrs. Carvajal was the COO for Mia Senior Living Solutions. For fifteen years she oversaw the nationwide strategic development and day-to-day operations for the affordable assisted living and adult day communities the company managed. Prior to her senior living career, Mrs. Carvajal worked as a management consultant for the management consulting firm of Accenture in New York City.
Mrs. Carvajal has a Master of Science degree from the London School of Economics and Bachelor of Arts from Smith College. She is a Goldman Sachs 10000 Small Business Program Alumni and Miami and Winter Park Chamber of Commerce Leadership Graduate. She is also a graduate from the SBA Emerging Leaders program. She currently sits on the Florida Senior Living Association (FSLA) Board and serves on the Senior Living 100 Advisory Board. She served on the NIC Fall Conference Committe from 2020 to 2022. She was a Mentor in the Argentum Women in Leadership Program in 2023.
Mrs Carvajal is a regular speaker on the subject of middle market senior living. She has been seen on the stages of National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care (NIC) Main Stage and Innovation Labs, Senior Living 100, Florida Leading Age, Argentum, Interface, Urban Land Institute (ULI), Florida Senior Living Association (FSLA) and Florida Assisted Living Association (FALA).
Mrs. Carvajal is an advocate of education, arts and culture and is an avid art collector. She is a worldwide traveler with her husband, son and daughter. She sits on the Board of Trustees for the Opera Orlando. She is a mentor for Support Our Scholars, where she provides financial and emotional support to disadvantaged young women with extraordinary potential during their college journey.
In March 2017, Mrs. Carvajal received a “Key to the County” from the Miami-Dade Beacon Council. In 2019, Mrs. Carvajal was inducted into the inaugural McKnight’s Women of Distinction Hall of Honor and awarded The Commonwealth Institute Top 10 Women-Leaders in Florida Awards two years in a row. In 2022, she was nominated to WBL, Women Business Leaders of the U.S. Health Care Industry Foundation. In 2024, she was featured as one of the Top 50 Women Leaders of Orlando for 2024.
GLORIA HUGHES
Senior Director of Operations
CLIFTON STRENGTHS:
Self Assurance
Deliberative
Competition
Responsibility
Mrs. Hughes has over 25 years’ experience in healthcare and quality assurance, focusing on workforce development, team management and supporting high performing organizations. Previously Mrs. Hughes was Vice- President of Meridian Senior Living. Mrs. Hughes played a role in one of the largest healthcare acquisitions to date between two of the largest publicly traded corporations and was a key contributor in transitioning the two companies’ cultures, platforms, and employees over a 24-month period.
As part of her past responsibilities, Mrs. Hughes managed portfolios of over 2,500 units across multiple states in the Southeast. She has had diverse oversight of new acquisitions, new developments, and emergency management on distressed portfolios
Mrs. Hughes earned a Bachelor of Business in Management from the University of Phoenix and is a licensed nurse with a compact nurse license. Mrs. Hughes holds a Property Management License in the State of Florida. She has served on numerous boards throughout her career in the Southwest and was on the State of Florida formed advisory Board on Covid-19 Policy and Procedures implementation for Healthcare and Public Settings for Hillsborough County.
EDINA HUSKIC
Director of Accounting
CLIFTON STRENGTHS:
Self Assurance
Individualization
Strategic
Achiever
Ms. Huskic has over a decade of experience in property management and accounting. Some of Ms. Huskic’s critical accounting functions include accounts receivable and payable, payroll, banking, account reconciliations, expense budgeting and revenue forecasting. She is a greatly skilled leader that has led numerous teams to growth and great efficiency.
Prior to joining Innovation Senior Living, Ms. Huskic was a key player in her previous company’s monumental growth. She was a leader in the company’s operations, software, hardware, policies, and procedure implementation that caused the company to run efficiently, while increasing revenue, decreasing expenses, while simultaneously providing quality service to clients and customers. All of which improved company growth and advancement, increased profits, and customer satisfaction.
AMANDA LUKER
Operations Specialist
CLIFTON STRENGTHS:
Self Assurance
Relator
Individualization
Discipline
Ms. Luker oversees the organization’s processes and supervises junior-level managers while reporting to the Director of Operations. As such, she reviews, analyzes, and evaluates business procedures and implements policies and procedures that improve day-to-day operations. She ensures our work environments are compliant and safe and our staff are well trained. Ms. Luker joined Innovation Senior Living as a Resident Care Coordinator and worked her way up the ladder to her current position.
Prior to joining Innovation Senior Living, Ms. Luker started her senior living career in 2007. She has successfully worked as a Resident Care Director, Business Manager and Executive Director, all the while absorbing knowledge and understanding from numerous influencers during her career. Ms. Luker works very closely with those around her, promoting teamwork and time management. She encourages her team to thrive and learn. Leading by example, Ms. Luker plans on supporting Innovation Senior Living and their residents for many years to come.
DANA MILLER
Business Manager Specialist
CLIFTON STRENGTHS:
Connectness
Responsibility
Input
Learner
Ms. Miller is a reliable and experienced Business Manager with 10 years of experience in overseeing daily operations and supporting team success. Focused on helping the business run smoothly, Ms. Miller works closely with colleagues to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and goals are met. Known for strong organizational skills and a friendly, approachable leadership style, Ms. Miller is dedicated to fostering a positive work environment and supporting the growth of the company.
JULIANNE MAFEO
Business Manager Specialist
CLIFTON STRENGTHS:
Responsibilty
Learner
Input
Positivity
Individualization
Ms. Madeo is a dedicated and dependable team member with 15 years of experience in supporting daily operations and contributing to the overall success of the business. Ms. Mafeo plays a key role in ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and works closely with colleagues to achieve team goals. Known for a strong work ethic and a collaborative attitude, Ms. Mafeo is committed to helping the business thrive and fostering a positive, productive environment.
