Integral Senior Living, the operating company of Discovery Senior Living, has recently appointed Laura Fischer as its Chief Operating Officer. Fischer brings over 23 years of experience in the senior living industry, having worked in various leadership roles, including West Division Vice President for Brookdale Senior Living, where she managed more than 300 communities across 18 states. Fischer has also held the positions of Vice President of Operations, Regional Director of Operations, and Executive Director. Currently, she serves as the Treasurer on the Board of Directors for the California Assisted Living Association.
“Laura’s experience and success in the senior living industry will be an integral part of how we continue to grow and drive results in our portfolio,” said Collette Gray, President and CEO of Integral Senior Living. “We look forward to incorporating her vast experience with our leadership and community teams to do the most important work of serving our wonderful family of residents and associates.”
As the Chief Operating Officer of ISL, Fischer will be responsible for overseeing all operational functions, setting performance and growth goals, and creating and implementing business strategies for execution.
“What attracted me to ISL was its positive and distinguished impact on the industry, and commitment to maintaining a supportive and inclusive culture at all levels,” said Fischer. “My experience in senior living will help me provide new perspectives, as well as learn from some of the best professionals in the business.”
“I am tremendously excited that Laura will be partnering with Collette to take ISL to even greater heights of performance, in their ongoing efforts to provide the absolute best experiences for all of their stakeholders,” said Richard Hutchinson, CEO of Discovery Senior Living. “Laura is a prime example of our ongoing commitment to add high performing, experienced, and dedicated professionals who share our vision of creating an evolved operating company.”
Born and raised in the Bay Area, Fischer has spent most of her life in California. She earned her bachelor’s degree in business from Arizona State University and is set to complete her MBA in April of this year.
