Elizabeth Risner, Regional Director of Business Development on Influential Women

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Elizabeth Risner

Regional Director of Business Development, Vista Springs

Fenton, MI

Certifications · Degrees · Memberships

Degree CNA certificate from community college Degree Occupational therapy degree Member Alzheimer's Association (volunteer Member Support group presenter)

Her Story

About Elizabeth

Elizabeth Risner serves as Regional Director of Business Development in senior living healthcare. She began her career by earning a CNA certificate from a community college and later obtained a degree in occupational therapy. After working in sales and recreational therapy, she advanced into business development roles within senior living and was recently promoted to her current regional director position. Risner specializes in marketing and helping families navigate care decisions for their loved ones. She volunteers with the Alzheimer's Association running a caregiver support group, supports veterans' causes, and is involved with the Breast Cancer Association. Her leadership philosophy, drawn from advice received from her father, emphasizes giving full effort regardless of position on the ladder, leading by example, and never giving up.

Her Interview

Ten minutes with Elizabeth

01What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

No matter where you are on the ladder, give it your all and work hard. Be a good leader by showing you can do the work and coaching others. Never give up.

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