LEADERSHIP

Effie McIntosh

President/CEO & CFO

“For me, leadership is about serving with purpose and intention, caring deeply for people, and helping others use their gifts to make a meaningful difference. By building trust, honoring individual choices, and practicing faithful financial stewardship, we can strengthen our mission and ensure BLC continues to serve and inspire generations to come.”– Effie McIntosh

Effie came to BLC in October 2020 as the Chief Financial Officer, bringing a passion for service and a wealth of financial and operational experience to the organization. In February of 2022, Effie was appointed President, Chief Executive Officer/Chief Financial Officer – leading with a commitment to compassionate service, organizational strength, and responsible financial stewardship. 

Effie earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Miami University with a concentration in accounting and a minor in gerontology and German. She began her healthcare career at a continuing care retirement community in Dayton, Ohio, and later worked in a long-term pharmacy, where she spent 18 years advancing from staff accountant to controller. Today, she draws on that strong financial and operational foundation to advance BLC’s mission and help create communities where compassionate care and meaningful connections thrive. 

Effie resides in Maineville, Ohio, with her beloved dog, Ernie, and enjoys kayaking, hot yoga, and making memories with family.

Kristi Hilbert

Vice President/COO
MSN, BSN, RN, LNHA

“People first. I love connecting with people, developing leaders, solving
problems, and finding ways to make things better as a team. At the end of the day, every improvement we make comes back to one thing: making someone’s life better.” – Kristi Hilbert

Kristi came to BLC in January 2008, serving in several clinical roles including nurse aide, KMA, LPN, and RN. She served as Administrator at Village Care Center for three years until February 2022, when she transitioned to Vice President, Chief Operating Officer for BLC.

Kristi’s passion for healthcare began at the early age of 16, when she worked as a nurse aide. As she continued to follow that path determined to learn and understand every aspect of long-term care, she took on nearly every clinical position in LTC. In doing this, Kristi gained a broad and firsthand understanding of the people, processes, and challenges that shape senior care. She experienced time in acute care and served as an adjunct instructor at a local community college helping to shape future healthcare professionals. She also shared her knowledge and experience providing operational consulting, helping organizations identify opportunities, solve complex problems, and translate ideas into meaningful operational improvements. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Degree, with a concentration in Management and Leadership.

Kristi resides in Dayton, Kentucky, with her family and enjoys traveling, hot yoga, and – most importantly – spending time with her new grandson, Vinny.

Reva Stroud

Executive Director/Administrator
RN, LNHA

“Every day I have the privilege of seeing what makes BLC so special: people who genuinely care for one another. It’s more than providing excellent care; it’s creating a place where residents feel known, valued, and at home and where our team understands that the work they do truly matters.” – Reva Stroud

Reva began her career at BLC in July 2022 as Director of Nursing. In March 2024, she transitioned to the role of Administrator/Executive Director of The Seasons@Alexandria.

Reva’s healthcare background began when she worked as a nurse aide. As she discovered her passion in caring for others, she decided to further her education in nursing and obtained her BSN and a BA in Organizational Leadership. Her experience comes from a variety of clinical and leadership roles in both hospitals and long-term care facilities. Reva also served as an Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator, where she helped educate and prepare students for a professional career in healthcare.

Reva resides in Brooksville, Kentucky, with her husband. She enjoys reading, spending time with her family, Pilates, and traveling.

Erin Koshover

Executive Director/Administrator
CSW, KTCA, LNHA

“BLC is not just a place where people come to work or have care provided to them. It is a place where I have formed meaningful relationships, felt supported and cared for, and grown as a professional. I truly believe that experience extends to the team members and residents who come through our doors. We are motivated to provide the best care possible, because for so many of us, it is our calling. We know that we can truly make a difference in the lives of everyone we meet, whether it is by simply offering a listening ear, providing physical care, or guiding them through a difficult season.” – Erin Koshover

Erin came to BLC in March 2007, working as the Social Service and Admissions Director. She also served as Assistant Director and Director at Baptist Towers in Covington, Kentucky. In July 2015, Erin transitioned to The Village@Erlanger campus as the Resident Service Director, overseeing the Social Services and Activities Departments. She also served as Independent Living Director until becoming the Executive Director of the campus in 2024.

Erin’s path to working with senior adults started at the University of Kentucky, where she studied social work, with the goal of making a career out of helping others. Her first internship was with the Alzheimer’s Association in Lexington, KY, in the Adult Day Program. She also spent a brief time with first-time mothers and babies at the Brighton Center. Erin holds a B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences and a Master of Social Work.

Erin resides in Independence, Kentucky, and enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, cheering on the UK Wildcats in basketball, and reading.

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