About Us
As a national nonprofit organization, Transforming Age is guided by our singular vision to “transform the perception of age” and to make life better for older adults and society. We have a different perspective—one that views aging as a declaration and an opportunity to continue to lead an independent and purposeful life.
Our Impact
We create unlimited possibilities to enhance the lives of older adults
People served across our network
Team members
Taxpayer savings due to community-based care
Unreimbursed charity care
Donor support for philanthropic programs
Our Mission

Our Culture of Excellence
The Culture of Excellence is the fabric that unites our team members, across all Transforming Age affiliates.
Integrity:
Act honestly.
Grace:
Be kind, empathetic and compassionate.
Respect:
Honor and accept the value of each person.
Innovation:
Create new solutions and improve constantly.
Teamwork:
We work together and support each other.
Accountability:
Take responsibility for your actions.
Fun:
Have fun and bring joy.
Our Team

Barb Bennett
Retired President & COO of Vulcan Inc.

Ken Noreen
Vice President of CCRCs

Paul Aigner
Vice President of Real Estate Development

Kimberly Henderson
VP of Finance & Accounting

Eric
Sous Chef

Jasmine
Culinary Director

Jason
Senior Accountant

Jomo
Nursing Assistant

Kathryn
Nursing Assistant

Megan
Assistant Executive Director

Rebecca
Conciegre

Stephanie
Senior Accountant

Torsten Hirche
President and CEO

Michael Connell
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

Marc Gaber
Chief Technology and Information Officer

David Knight
Senior Vice President of Strategy and Partnerships

Ashlee Gray
General Counsel

Sophia Allwood
Regional Director of Nursing

Jim Bennett
Vice President of Housing and Health Services

Karen Brandt
Vice President of People

Kristen Crawford
Director of Branding and Communications

Mark Ferrante
Corporate Director of Culinary Operations

Jonathan Free
Regional Director of Nursing

Karen Lucas
Executive Director of Sustainable Housing for Ageless Generations

Ted MacBeth
Vice President of Real Estate Development

Wayne Machmiller
Director of Construction Services

Stan Martin
Corporate Controller

David Richart
Executive Director, Full Life Care

Alli Riese
Director of Development, Transforming Age Foundation

Laurie Sykes
Regional Director of Operations

Jay Woolford
Vice President of Real Estate Development

Chair: Scott Lumsden
Executive Presbyter, Seattle Presbytery

Vice Chair: Mary Wagner
Retired Senior Vice President, Starbucks

Jesse Bond
Owner, Bond Financial, LLC

Cathy Danigelis
Western Region Manager, KeyBank Community Development Lending

Torsten Hirche
President & CEO, Transforming Age

John Iwanski
Retired CFO/Vice President, AAA of Washington

Jim Melhorn
Retired President/CEO, Episcopal Ministries to the Aging

Karin Miller
Retired Geriatric Social Worker

Lisa Nelson
Finance Executive/Startup Advisor

Greg Russell
Partner, Peterson Russell Kelly PLLC