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<\/a><\/a>\nThe award is a testament to Winkleman\u2019s vital role in furthering Arizona LeadingAge\u2019s mission to advance industry education, collaboration and policies that improve seniors\u2019 well-being without creating unnecessary barriers for the organizations serving them.<\/p>
\nWinkelman became board president during a pivotal leadership transition for the association, providing the continuity needed to move the association forward. Through eight years of board service, he helped guide strategic planning, operational improvements and revenue growth while expanding member programming.<\/p>
\n\u201cThis recognition reflects the momentum we\u2019ve built in bringing the senior living sector together to shape a stronger future for aging services, and I\u2019m grateful to have contributed to it,\u201d Winkelman said. \u201cThe Westminster Village team enabled me to serve Arizona LeadingAge with focus and intention, and the association\u2019s members and board helped turn our shared purpose into tangible progress.\u201d<\/p>
\nWinkelman\u2019s leadership approach reflects the natural alignment between Arizona LeadingAge\u2019s priorities and Westminster Village\u2019s nonprofit model. A member community, Westminster Village participates in policy engagement, mentorship and best-practice sharing while reinvesting resources into resident services and amenities.<\/p>
\nWinkelman has led Westminster Village since 2018, emphasizing talent development, wellness programs and industrywide growth. The retirement community is grounded in a culture of belonging and mutual support, which he credits as central to the leadership recognized through this award.<\/p>
\nAbout Westminster Village<\/b><\/p>
\nAs Scottsdale\u2019s only nonprofit, continuum care retirement community, Westminster Village offers secure senior living with abundant, resort-style amenities on a lush 16-acre campus. It supports wellness and dignity through independent living and two levels of assisted living with supported nursing staff. Chef-crafted dining, gardens and pet-friendly spaces foster a vibrant neighborhood where residents feel at home. More at wvresortliving.org<\/a>.<\/p>