Our commitment to serving residents and their families starts at the top. With hands-on experience paired with genuine compassion, our leaders nurture a thriving campus that includes a growing number of team members who share a meaningful pursuit. Get to know the leaders behind our daily mission.
Executive Director
Becca’s favorite local things to do are visiting the Mill City Farmers Market, walking along the Mississippi River and across the Stone Arch Bridge, and discovering new walking trails to explore. Whether it’s enjoying lunch on the steps of Water Works Park or people-watching in the sun at Gold Medal Park, there’s always something peaceful and energizing about this urban neighborhood.
Away from work, Becca is with her son, who definitely keeps her on her toes! Together, they love being outside as much as possible and spending time with family. Whether it’s soccer practice, a park adventure, or just playing in the backyard, these moments are favorites.
Senior Living Consultant
As a Senior Living Consultant, Brandyn is responsible for introducing individuals and families to our Abiitan Mill City community and to the personalized care plans available in our continuum of care. In his role, he loves creating new connections by engaging with prospective residents and their families to learn about their past and present journeys. You’ll most often see him providing guided tours of our community and neighborhood as he draws connections between the interests, care needs and lifestyle goals of his guests. Originally from Waunakee, WI, Brandyn joined Ecumen in 2021, a natural progression from his teenage pursuits of playing guitar and singing songs in a Memory Care community. Be sure to ask him if he still plays.
Brandyn’s favorite local thing to do is discover unique and delicious dining options in Minneapolis, such as Hola Arepa, Hai Hai or Chimborazo.
Away from work, Brandyn is most likely riding bike trails around the greater Twin Cities in the warmer months or cooking chili and other hearty meals in the colder months.
Clinical Quality Coordinator
As Clinical Quality Coordinator, Shelby is responsible for supporting the clinical team by coordinating resident care and services, combined with ensuring our Resident Assistants (RAs) have the resources they need to be successful in their role. To her role, she brings seven years of experience serving the senior population, including the conducting of assessments for maintaining independent living at Keystone Community Services, identifying cognitive impairment in memory care at Minneapolis Veterans Home, and serving as a scheduling coordinator at Joyful Companions Home Care. Shelby earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (2019), and a Master’s Degree in Healthcare and Human Services Administration (2022). Originally from the Twin Cities, Shelby joined Ecumen in 2026, eager to support our unique Abiitan community.
Away from work, Shelby loves being outdoors as much as possible in every season—paddleboarding on the lakes, biking, and skiing. She deeply values the gift of having aunts, uncles, cousins, and their kids, living in the Twin Cities area. She’s also an ardent traveler, having visited 33 countries to date. Ask her which country is next on her list.
Environmental Services Manager
As Environmental Services Manager, Tony is responsible for keeping our building and grounds in safe, working order. In their role, Tony takes pride in solving problems, keeping the building in good shape for the enjoyment of the whole community, and completing work-order repairs for individual residents in their apartment homes. For Tony, the reward is instantly seeing the results of their work and how it impacts the people who live and work at Abiitan every day. Originally from Inver Grove Heights, MN, Tony joined Ecumen in 2023, knowing that working at a senior living community was a great way to get involved and contribute to the lives of others in a meaningful way.
Tony’s favorite local place is the 5-8 Club Bar & Grill restaurant chain, established in 1928 and the self-proclaimed home of the Juicy Lucy® cheese-stuffed burger.
Away from work, Tony is most likely coaching their kids’ hockey teams. Tony really enjoys the chance to spend time with their kids and support their growth.
