Meet Our Staff

Bruce Beckman - Executive Director

Bruce Beckman has returned to Coventry Village as Executive Director in 2011. Bruce had previously been Coventry's Executive Director from 2000 to 2005. While Bruce was originally in this leadership role, many of the Courtyard Homes were constructed; the initial occupancy of The Brookline Apartments took place; and he led Coventry through the design, construction, initial licensure, opening, and occupancy of the original Sebring Assisted Care Residence and Sebring Gardens. Bruce Beckman brings with him a wealth of knowledge, experience and dedication, having served seniors for over 24 years in the areas of nursing home administration, assisted care administration, sales and marketing, and retirement community administration. A graduate of UW-Eau Claire's Health Care Administration Bachelor of Science program, Bruce started out his career in skilled nursing care as a Nursing Home Administrator and continues to hold an active NHA license today. Bruce lives in Middleton with his wife of 23 years, Gina; daughters, Britta and Megan; and cherished family pet, Muffin.

Denise Zwettler - Assistant Executive Director

Denise Zwettler, Coventry's Assistant Executive Director, has dedicated nearly 20 years to senior health care services. Denise earned a Bachelor's degree in Social Work at the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater, as well as a Master's degree in Health Care Administration. When she is not at Coventry Village, Denise stays very busy with her two young sons who always manage to keep her on her toes. But, no matter how hectic her schedule gets, Denise makes sure to allow time for her favorite leisure activity, which is enjoying the company of family and friends.

Jane Roemer - Sales and Marketing Director

Jane Roemer has dedicated the majority of her career to working with older independent adults. In addition to a degree in Sociology and Psychology, she has advanced training in Geriatrics and is a certified Bereavement Counselor. Rural adults and their care giving families have been Jane's primary focus, primarily due to her personal rural roots and a large extended family. She has additional experience in banking, marketing, volunteer recruitment and coordination, and direct residential care and services administration. Jane also holds a Wisconsin Real Estate Broker license and is the Broker for Coventry Village Realty, LLC, which provides assistance with the purchase and sale of condominiums on the Coventry Village campus.

Maria Carlton - Assistant Marketing Director

Maria Carlton brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the marketing program at Coventry Village. As a Journalism graduate of the University of Wisconsin - Madison, Maria's professional career has focused on advertising and public relations. When she is not busy promoting Coventry Village to the community, Maria loves to travel. Since her family is from Greece, that always is a favorite destination, along with other picturesque locales in Europe, Mexico, Canada and both United States coasts. But, by far, Maria's favorite times are those spent with friends and family, especially her son who currently resides in California.

Mary Rudolph - Wellness Director

Mary Rudolph is the Wellness Coordinator for all Brookline Apartment Homes and Courtyard Homes Condominiums residents. She is a registered nurse, board certified in gerontological nursing/RN-BC, whose distinguished career has focused on gerontological nursing for over 30 years. Mary resides in Verona, right next door to her mom, with her husband, Steve, who is the owner of an in-home care business in Madison. They are the proud parents of three adult children, Scott, Amanda and Jim. Aside from the residents at Coventry Village, Mary loves animals, reading, watching movies and walking - all combined with a healthy dose of humor and laughter.

Becky Rogers - Resident Services Director

During Becky Rogers' extensive career in health care, more than 15 years have been devoted to the activity field. Becky holds a Bachelor's Degree in business from Upper Iowa University and has maintained certification as an occupational therapy assistant for 20 years. She especially enjoys the fast-paced setting of resident services and is happy to recruit volunteers to assist with the many wonderful activities she plans for Coventry Village residents. Becky keeps just as busy at home in Monona with her husband, Blaine, a dog and two cats. Their daughters, Maggie and Samantha, live nearby in Fitchburg and visit frequently.

Jennylynde Packham - Health Services Director

Jennylynde Packham brings over 20 years of long-term care experience as an aide, nurse and director to her position as Health Services Director for the Coventry Village community. A Registered Nurse, board certified in Geriatrics, Jennylynde also holds a Masters Degree in nursing-education which she continually utilizes to help her staff learn and grow, and maintain their distinction as a care team of the highest caliber – particularly in their work at the Sebring Assisted Care Residence. On a personal note, Jennylynde resides in a lively mutigenerational household with her husband, daughter, mother, father and grandmother, as well as three dogs, two cats and a lot of fish.

Barbara Saeman - Assistant Health Services Director - Sebring Gardens

Barbara Saeman has been part of the Sebring family since its beginning in 2003. She was instrumental in the initiation of Sebring Gardens Memory Care, which offers a life-enriching environment for those with Alzheimer's and other memory impairing conditions. Through Barbara's thoughtful direction, Sebring Gardens initiated and continues to provide residents with the highest caliber of person-direct care. In addition to an extensive education in senior healthcare, Barbara utilizes her special aptitude for art to benefit Gardens residents. She also is a certified instructor on issues related to dementia. To that end, she regularly conducts state mandated training for Coventry Village staff and family members, as well as staff of other area-wide retirement facilities.

Stephanie Hilgers - Resident Services Coordinator - Sebring Assisted Care Residence

Stephanie Hilgers has been planning creative, fun-filled activities for long-term care residents for more than 15 years. She loves working with the elderly population and providing activities that everyone can enjoy. Stephanie is a 1996 graduate of the COTA Program at Madison College. When she's not interacting with the residents at Sebring, Stephanie keeps busy at home and loves spending time with her three children, ages 23, 19 and 9.

Jim Herrling - Environmental Services Director

Jim Herrling has served Coventry Village of Wisconsin for seven years as the Director of Environmental Services. He and his staff work round the clock to maintain the buildings and grounds for the entire 22-acre campus, assisting residents and ensuring that everything is in top working order and meticulous condition - inside and out. Jim is married and has two wonderful children.

Jake Herzer - Dining Services Director

Jake Herzer knew he would be an aficionado of the culinary arts when he started cooking professionally at the age of 15. Following completion of a culinary arts program in Pennsylvania, Jake was awarded an apprenticeship at the Opryland Resort, where he was one of only two candidates accepted among thousands of applicants. Subsequent Wisconsin-based stints at the Abby in Fontana and the House on the Rock Resorts helped him further hone his skills. Jake has earned an Associate Degree of Applied Science in the concentration of Culinary Arts, as well as numerous certifications within the industry. In addition to his expertise in the kitchen, he is an accomplished ice carver. Jake makes his home with his wife, Kate, their daughter and twin sons.

Steve Stepanek - Assisted Director of Environmental Services - Sebring Assisted Care Residence

For nearly 10 years, Steve Stepanek has overseen the maintenance and laundry operations at Sebring, in addition to a household full of other tasks. He's a whiz at repair and keeps just about everything in top working order for the residents and staff of Sebring Assisted Care and Sebring Gardens Memory Care. Steve always is there to lend a hand when needed and brings a smile to every resident's face while doing so. At home, Steve enjoys spending time with his wife and their four beautiful children.

Chris Marzullo - Assistant Environmental Services Director/Security and Transportation Director

Chris Marzullo assists Coventry’s Environmental Services Director in ensuring that all buildings and grounds in the community are well maintained. He also keeps the residents safe and on-the-go. With his staff of professional drivers, Chris ensures that all residents can count on Coventry's shuttle service to conveniently reach their destinations. And he leads a first-rate security team which monitors and safeguards the entire campus 24 hours a day, seven days a week. A graduate of Upper Iowa University, he holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in criminal justice with a minor in emergency management and disaster. Chris is married and the proud father of a six-year-old daughter who fills his free time, along with cooking and four-wheeling.