Alta Walk is pleased to have Mr. Dave Koch leading the way for us, as our Executive Director.  He brings a wealth of knowledge to our team, serving for the past 15 years as the CEO/President of American Human Services, Inc.  AHS provides full service residential care to special needs adults and children throughout NC.  Previously, he was the Vice-President for Corporate Services with Lutheran Family Services in the Carolinas for 12 years.  In his free time, he enjoys being a member of three different area brass bands and serving on several different boards including the Miracle League of the Triangle and the External Relations Committee of Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina.  Dave’s wife Lisa is a hospital chaplain at Wake Med in Cary and they have 2 adult children and 2 school aged children.  We are so fortunate to have Dave as our Executive Director and leader.

Shelton Bailey brings his passion for excellence and thirty years of management experience to the role of Business Office Manager.  His diverse background includes Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Organizational Development and Training.  He looks forward to incorporating that knowledge and best practice expertise into delivering exceptional service to the residents of Alta Walk.  Shelton holds a BS Business Administration degree from East Carolina University, an MBA from Wake Forest University and is currently working on a Masters of Healthcare Administration.  A native of North Carolina, Shelton has one daughter, a grand daughter (who thinks she is Shirley Temple) and a stepson who is in the Marines.  He currently lives in Durham with his partner and their three cats.

Laura Martin has been leading the sales efforts for Alta Walk since our leasing office opened on November 1, 2008, with now only a few vacancies left!  The response from the community has been amazing with Alta Walk nearing 100% occupancy faster than the team ever expected!   A veteran of the senior industry, Laura has over 17 years of trusted experience in helping residents and their families make important long term decisions in senior living.  Laura lives in Durham and in her time away from work, she enjoys chasing after her 4 and 6-year-olds, being on the water and being involved with her church. We feel extremely fortunate to have Laura and her invaluable years of experience on our Alta Walk Team!

Sean Yule has been promoted to our Director of Resident Services, a new position here at Alta Walk.  He has a passion for helping our residents maintain their independence in a total wellness approach that nurtures the mind, body and spirit.  Sean will oversee our Graduated Care System, coordinating services and support through our on site Rehab Center, our Independence Plus Level of Care and our Assisted Living and Memory Care Community.  Sean attended Kent State University and has a degree in Business Administration.  He is excited about his new role as Director of Resident Services for Alta Walk and looks forward to helping our residents maintain healthy and happy lives.  Sean enjoys his home life with his wife of 12 yrs and their two girls, ages nine and five.

Barbara Taylor joined the Alta Walk Team in March of 2009, as our Receptionist.  She has an extensive background in Human Resources, and it is so apparent as she loves meeting and helping people.  Barbara is the smiling face on the other end of the phone when you call us, and is always willing and eager to help you when you walk through our door.  She has lived in Durham for many years, and has two adorable grandchildren which are the light of her life!  We are so excited to have Barbara as our team member!

Kimberly Horton joined the Bell Senior Living family in April 2009 as the Director of Assisted Living here at Alta Walk.  Kimberly attended Concord University in Athens, WV where she pursued a degree in Communications and Journalism prior to obtaining her L.P.N. license in 1995.  Having worked in the Assisted Living arena for over 12 years, Kimberly’s passion and commitment to excellent resident care is obvious to anyone she encounters. One of her greatest accomplishments has been obtaining her NC Assisted Living Administrator’s license in February 2008.  Kimberly is the mother of three children: Antonio, Kishonna and Kenya. She has one grandson, Malachi, who is her pride and joy.  Kimberly is also looking forward to her upcoming marriage to fiancé, B.A.

Emily is the Activities Coordinator for Assisted Living and began in February 2010.  However, Emily first joined the Alta Walk staff in September of 2009 as the Activities Assistant for Independent Living.  Emily graduated in May of 2009 from Elon University with a degree in Human Services.  It was through her internship opportunities that she realized her passion for working with older adults.  She learned the value and importance of activities and the difference it can make for residents - mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.  When not at work, Emily enjoys spending time with her friends and family.  Emily lives in Raleigh and loves going to different places in the city.  As Activities Coordinator, her door is open and she wants to get to know the residents and their families.  Please make sure if you come visit you stop by her office.

We are so fortunate to have David Smith as our Director of Food and Beverage.  He is a graduate of Johnson Wales University and has over 10 years of experience in the finest of dining!  David is married and has a beautiful 3-year-old daughter.  They live in Raleigh and enjoy swimming and being involved in their local church.  David is excited about bringing new and dynamic dining experiences to the residents of Alta Walk.

John serves as the Director of Maintenance for Alta Walk.  He is a native of South Carolina and seved in the U.S. Navy.

John is a graduate of Guilford Technical College and holds several certifications in the construction and business fields.  He has the longest tenure of the Alta Walk team.  John has extensive experience in maintenance and customer service within the Health Care industry and has travelled to many Bell Senior Living communities to assist with the "start up" of new properties.

With the expertise that John brings, we are very fortunate to have him on our team.