Our Leadership

As the President of Discovery Management Group (DMG), Dave is responsible for driving operational performance and strategic growth of the DMG communities. Dave brings to our organization extensive experience in developing and executing corporate strategic growth Initiatives and building high-performing teams. Prior to taking on the President role for DMG, Dave served as the first-ever Division President of TerraBella Senior Living. He also led Discovery Senior Living’s Acquisition & Transition Team, which oversaw the addition and successful integration of 57 new communities to Discovery Senior Living’s national, multi-brand portfolio.

Before joining the Discovery team, Dave was a Senior Vice President of Operations Support for CA Ventures’ Senior Living division. In that role, he led in the planning, from-scratch development and ultimate execution of Anthology Senior Living, the company’s Senior Living Property Management company, taking the startup from initial concept to full operations and managing more than $950 million in assets across 11 states within the first two years. Prior to that, Dave served as Vice President of Strategy & Business Development for Enlivant Senior Living, where he successfully led the operational performance turnaround and strategic growth of that company.

Dave also brings to the Discovery enterprise an extensive and unique set of experiences from outside the senior living industry, having spent time successfully growing a software startup company, and serving as a Strategy Consultant with McKinsey & Company, where he specialized In Operations and Organizational Strategy client engagements. He began his professional career by serving more than 9 years as an officer in the US Air Force Special Operations Command, leading multiple Special Tactic Teams (Combat Control/Pararescue) through numerous deployments throughout Southwest Asia, Europe and Northern Africa.

Dave holds an MBA from Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University, and a Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Air Force Academy.

Nicole Gasaway joined Discovery Senior Living in 2019 to lead a regional portfolio of communities for a Fortune 500 company. Her passion for senior care began more than 25 years ago, when she worked as a Home Health Aide while attending college. Since then, she has built a diverse and dynamic career spanning the full spectrum of independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, with leadership roles in both operations and sales—culminating in her current position as Vice President of Operations.

Throughout her career, Nicole has played a key role in driving growth and innovation across the senior living industry. Her experience includes overseeing mergers and acquisitions, and spearheading the redevelopment and conversion of senior apartment communities into vibrant independent living environments to growing leaders at every turn—all with a focus on delivering exceptional care and lifestyle experiences to seniors across multiple states.

Nicole holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Texas A&M University in College Station and an MBA from Texas A&M–Corpus Christi. She is also a Certified Dementia Practitioner and was honored as the Alzheimer’s Association Volunteer of the Year for San Antonio and South Texas in 2014.

Outside of work, Nicole cherishes time with her husband, their two daughters and three dogs. Together, they love traveling the country, trying new cuisines, and creating lasting family memories wherever they go.

Joe is an accomplished Vice President of Sales with extensive experience in the hospital, healthcare, and technology sectors. He possesses strong leadership capabilities, as well as expertise in sales operations, healthcare management, and software. Joe has demonstrated proficiency in leading sales teams, managing site-level sales functions, developing and executing sales strategies, training team members, and overseeing marketing strategy and planning. His track record includes consistently monitoring and achieving key sales performance metrics.

With over 30 years of dedicated service in sales, marketing, and operations, Joe has collaborated with senior living industry leaders across community, regional, divisional, and corporate levels. He maintains a steadfast commitment to daily sales and marketing management, focusing on driving occupancy and revenue growth.

Recognized for his passion in providing solutions and building lasting relationships, Joe is dedicated to enhancing the lives of those he serves and upholding a culture of excellence. As a servant leader, he values teamwork and is committed to nurturing and developing future leaders within the senior living industry.

Sitting on the kitchen counter covered in towels and helping his dad hand-crush tomatoes while constantly asking “why are you doing that?” is one of the first memories of fourth-generation chef, Jody McLeod. That curiosity and passion for food became the foundation of a distinguished career defined by innovation, tradition, and a guest-first philosophy.

Jody began his professional journey with a classical Canadian apprenticeship, working in a variety of restaurants and hotels where he gained experience across diverse cuisines. Inspired by Canada’s culinary tapestry and eager to expand his horizons, he accepted an opportunity to work in Beijing, China, as Executive Chef of the SciTech Hotel. Two years later, he joined Holland America Line, where he received his European Chef’s accreditation and helped launch groundbreaking shipboard partnerships with Le Cirque of New York City and the Dutch De Librije as well as HAL’s Celebrity Chef program. On three World Voyages and five Grand Voyages, he immersed himself in global flavors, beginning to shape his signature style of world cuisine fused with the Pacific Northwest.

His career continued to accelerate as he returned to Vancouver to serve as Corporate Chef for a multinational casino corporation. When Vancouver won the bid for the 2010 Winter Olympics, Jody was selected as Executive Chef to oversee all culinary operations, collaborating with both the International Olympic Committee and the Vancouver Winter Olympic Committee. Following the games, he returned to Holland America Line for two more years before settling down with his wife and finding his “roots” in the USA, where he developed culinary programs as the corporate chef for SeaWorld Corp and Duke University.

Today, Chef McLeod is a visionary leader redefining dining in senior living and the hospitality industry. As Division Vice President of Culinary at Discovery Management Group, he blends decades of global expertise with a passion for creating elevated, personalized dining experiences. His programs embrace fresh, locally sourced ingredients, wellness-driven menus, and specialty dining initiatives that rival high-end hospitality standards.

Chef McLeod’s leadership goes far beyond the kitchen. He is a mentor and collaborator, building strong culinary teams while partnering with residents, families, and community teams to design programs that honor cultural traditions, diverse tastes, and the joy of dining. His commitment is to transform food into more than nourishment—it becomes a source of connection, dignity, and delight. Through his vision, he continues to set new benchmarks for luxury senior living dining across the nation.

Melissa Rogers is a highly experienced senior housing executive with over 17 years of leadership in the industry. With a background as a Core Trained Registered Nurse, she is recognized for her compassionate leadership and operational expertise. Melissa is committed to enhancing the lives of seniors and building high-performing care teams. Her dedication to quality care and team development has made a significant impact in her field. Outside of her professional commitments, Melissa cherishes time spent with her family.

Married for 37 years, she is a proud mother and grandmother. In her leisure time, she enjoys outdoor adventures such as hunting, fishing, and paddleboarding, which reflect her love for nature and active living.