Leadership

Our experienced leaders bring deep senior living expertise and ensure strategy, operations, and outcomes stay aligned.

Where Strategic Vision Meets Genuine Care

Our leadership team combines decades of operational expertise with a strong track record of driving performance and value. With hands-on involvement and a focus on accountability, we guide communities toward measurable success at every stage of growth.

Andy Wade, LNHA

President and Principal, Traditions Management

Andy Wade graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology and Wright State University with an MBA. He served as the President of the Miami Valley Long Term Care Association from 2004-2009 and District II Representative for the Ohio Health Care Association (OCHA) from 2005-2012. He is currently a board member of the Ohio Assisted Living Association (OALA) and an Ohio licensed nursing home administrator.

Vince McGowen

Chief Operating Officer

Vince McGowen comes to Traditions Management with over 30 years of experience in post-acute care in over 15 states and over 300 distinct facilities. He has served in the areas of operations, finance, advocacy, and government relations and has held positions in non-for-profit, for-profit, privately held, and publicly traded organizations.

Rachael Smith

Chief Administrative Officer

Rachael is a graduate of Florida Southern College with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. With 20-plus years in corporate America in Project Management, her experience includes cross-functional project management, process improvement, and change management with certifications in leadership and team development.

Jennifer Gellinger, LNHA

Executive Vice President of Operations

Jennifer Gellinger graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Interpersonal Relations, as well as a Masters in Gerontology and Executive Development of Public Service. She is a licensed Health Facility Administrator and certified Preceptor.

Rosa Morales-McGowen, LNHA

Vice President of Ancillaries Services

Rosa Morales-McGowen brings over 18 years of experience in healthcare operations, management, and human resources. She oversees operations for Traditions’ Ohio communities and has enhanced financial performance by aligning team strengths across service lines.

Cheryl Ory , RN, ASN, CDP, C-AL

Vice President of Clinical

Cheryl Ory brings over 25 years of expertise in Assisted Living Clinical Operations Management and Consulting, and is well-versed in multi-state licensure regulatory rules, Point Click Care EHR, and continuous quality improvement programs and standards of nursing care. Cheryl has an Associate Degree in Nursing with honors- 1995 St. Francis University, Fort Wayne, IN