The Carillon Assisted Living Team
Karen E. Moriarty, President & CEO
Ms. Moriarty founded Carillon Assisted Living as President and Chief Executive Officer in 1996. Her leadership has taken Carillon from a fledgling start-up to the most highly regarded assisted living provider in North Carolina. In addition to overseeing Carillon’s growing portfolio and operations, Moriarty has taken a lead role in advocating for North Carolina seniors’ health and living needs at the state and federal level. Moriarty holds a master’s degree from Stanford University Graduate School of Business.
Jennifer Moore, Vice President of Operations
Ms. Moore oversees operations for Carillon Assisted Living communities. Prior to being promoted to Vice President of Operations, Ms. Moore was a Regional Director of Operations. She joined Carillon in 2012 after a successful 17-year stint as a healthcare operations manager in New Jersey, Tennessee and Texas, and with more than a decade of expertise in senior living. Moore’s systematic and strategic approach to operational development, business management and sales support has helped drive improvements in customer satisfaction, census and revenue throughout her career. She earned her master’s degree from Syracuse University.
Kenneth C. Kirkham, Vice President of Administration
Mr. Kirkham joined the company in 1998, and served as Chief Operations Officer for 15 years. Kirkham transitioned to the role of CFO in 2016, helping to assure the company’s strong financial position amid a growing portfolio. A certified public accountant, Kirkham has extensive financial and operational expertise. He started his career with KPMG and later ran entrepreneurial ventures before embarking on his current role as a corporate healthcare executive. Kirkham has spent his career setting and exceeding the highest industry standards. He received both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Pace University.
Robert Steenson, Vice President of Development
Mr. Steenson manages all aspects of the development of Carillon communities, from market analysis to real estate acquisition to construction. He has been an integral part of Carillon’s growth and development since 1998. Previously, he served as senior vice president at Wind River Environmental, formerly the nation’s largest non-hazardous liquid waste company. Steenson’s development expertise spans the health and humans services, environmental and retail industries.
Bill Furnas, Regional Director of Dining Services
Mr. Furnas is committed to offering Carillon residents a top-notch dining experience. A certified executive chef with the American Culinary Federation, Furnas has owned and operated several restaurants throughout his extensive culinary career. He knows the senior living market well, having honed his expertise in the field for more than a decade before joining Carillon Assisted Living in 2012. Furnas holds a bachelor’s degree in nutrition science and received his ServSafe certification from the National Restaurant Association.