Studio CPO

CPO is back with a new episode! 🎙️ Steven Buck sits down with our amazing Director of Workforce Development, Tanecia Davis! 🌟

Tanecia dives into her mission with Care Careers Oklahoma — helping Long Term Care facilities overcome workforce challenges 💪 and guiding young people toward meaningful health care careers through our hiring + FREE on-the-job training program 👩‍⚕️🧑‍⚕️.

She’s also leveling up her own professional and relat...

🎙️ Studio CPO Episode 53 is here!

Host Steven Buck, CPO President/CEO, chats with Holly Norelli, VP of Quality & Regulatory Services at AHCA/NCAL.

🏡 An Ohio native, Holly started her long-term care journey as a young volunteer in nursing homes and earned an administrator's license as part of her college degree program while also earning a CNA certification. 💪

💡 She shares insights on AHCA/NCAL’s “Better Way” proposal to s...

Taylor Slaughter, a mother of four and gerontology grad student at Kansas State University, became Oklahoma’s youngest Nursing Home Administrator in 2017 after working her way up from CNA. She shares her journey, leadership insights, and passion for reshaping long-term care as the “Silver Tsunami” generation rises.

She has also certified over 100 Certified Dementia Practitioners in the past 3 years is still going strong with that in...

We're thrilled about this week's Studio CPO episode! 🎙️ Hosted by Steven Buck, President/CEO, it features Brett Coble — CPO Board member & CEO of Bridges Health 🏥.

Brett, a candidate for the AHCA/NCAL Board, shares his journey in Long Term Care and how Bridges became employee-owned 💼✨

His advice to his 21-year-old self?"Embrace change—it's always happening!" 🔄💡

Website:  https://bridgesok.com/

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🎧 The milestone 50th Studio CPO podcast is live!

This week, host Steven Buck chats with 🌟 Shelonda Darling of Magnet Culture — a recent Fall Fair keynote speaker and faculty member!

They dive into why strong workplace culture is key for hiring 🔍 and keeping great people 💼. Shelonda shares how cheering others to reach their full potential brings her the most joy 💖👏.

Tune in now! 🎙️✨

Website: https://magnetculture.com

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🎙️ We've recorded a fresh new episode of the Studio CPO Podcast with our host Steven Buck, President/CEO, chatting with Nick Trankito, VP of Partnership Development at Incite Strategic Partners! 🌟

Nick dives into how Incite serves as a group purchasing partner for LTC facilities across Oklahoma and the nation 🏥🇺🇸. He also shares his empowering leadership style focused on "accountability and support." 💪🤝

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🎧 New Episode Alert!

Help us celebrate National Assisted Living Week by listening to the latest episode of Studio CPO with host Steven Buck.  This week, Steven chats with Savanna Petricek, RN — Director of Clinical Services at Iris Senior Living 💜

Savanna opens up about her challenging childhood, the wisdom of her grandparents, and her inspiring journey from housekeeper to healthcare leader 🏥✨

Her advice to her younger self? Be pat...

🎙️ Episode 47 is live!
Join Steven Buck, President/CEO of Studio CPO, as he chats with Jordan Blake — administrator at Beadles Nursing Home in Alva, CPO Leadership Academy alum, and new AHCA/NCAL Political Ambassador! 🇺🇸🏥

Jordan shares the story of Beadles, his LTC journey, and the advice he'd give his younger self:
"Get comfortable with the uncomfortable." 💬✨

🎧 Tune in now!

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Host Steven Buck chats with Aysha Kuhlor, Chief Clinical Officer & 2025 CPO Spring Convention faculty member 🌟

From Ghana 🇬🇭 to London 🇬🇧 to the U.S. 🇺🇸, Aysha shares her inspiring journey into Long Term Care. Her advice to her 21-year-old self?💬 “Follow your heart.” ❤️

🎧 Don’t miss this special episode!

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🎙️ Don’t miss Studio CPO Episode 45! Host Steven Buck chats with Josh Wood, Bridges Health Regional Director & 2024-25 AHCA/NCAL Future Leader 🌟 A graduate of the Oklahoma Leadership Academy, Josh shares how he stays grounded by focusing on serving others instead of himself. 💙👥

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Host Steven Buck chats with Claudia Blumenstock, CEO of Copernicus, Inc. 🌟

🧠 A former LTC admin and a member of our 2025 Spring Convention faculty, Claudia now coaches leaders on workforce retention, resident engagement & more.

💡 Hear how she tackles challenges with patience & smart strategy. Don’t miss it!

Website link: https://copernicusview.com/

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🎙️ LISTEN to this week’s Studio CPO! Steven Buck chats with Doug Farmer, CEO of Colorado Health Care Association. Doug shares his journey from state gov to CEO — and his go-to mantra in tough times: “Do the right thing for the right reason. Stay true to that.” 💡💪

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🎥 Don’t miss this special Studio CPO edition!

Host Steven Buck chats with LTC safety pro Kenn Daily — a licensed NH administrator & founder of Elder Care Systems Group. Kenn teaches Life Safety Preparedness nationwide and leans on the motto of “Keep it simple, stupid!” when facing obstacles. 💡🛡️ 

Our next Life Safety Code class with Kenn is set for July 29 in OKC. 

Register now! https://bit.ly/4n3rIuk

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🎙️ Listen to a special Studio CPO episode! In the spirit of the OKC Thunder's run to the NBA finals, host Steven Buck chats with David Posner — basketball ref, healthcare entrepreneur, and speaker. 🏀💼 David shares how his 3 Point Care Consulting uses lessons from refereeing: clear communication, quick decisions, and strong leadership. ⚡🗣️👨‍⚖️

Website:  https://3pointcareconsulting.com/

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🎙️ Welcome to Studio CPO! This week, Steven Buck, CPO President/CEO, chats with Keith Reed — Oklahoma Health Commissioner and 30-year Air National Guard vet 🇺🇸. Keith shares his powerful leadership mindset: “I never assume I understand a situation until I have all the context.” 💡 Don’t miss it — LISTEN NOW! 🎧

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🎧 Tune in to this episode of Studio CPO as host Steven Buck (President/CEO) chats with CPO’s educational consultant, Linda Farrar, RN, LNHA! With nearly 40 years in Long Term Care, Linda shares her journey from hospital cardiac nurse 🏥 to discovering her true passion—caring for seniors 💖. “It’s not just an industry,” she says. “We have a Long Term Care profession.” 👏  LISTEN!

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🎙️ Studio CPO is back!

Steven Buck, our President & CEO, sits down with Juliet Joy, Director of Business Relations, for the latest podcast episode!

Juliet shares the scoop on the upcoming Spring Convention & Trade Show 🌸🎪—including an early Trade Show opening and a can't-miss tailgate party! 🎉🌭

📱 Plus, we’re launching a brand-new app with interactive features like real-time updates and the ability to upload your ow...

Welcome to Episode 37 of Studio CPO, a production of Care Providers Oklahoma with host Steven Buck, President/CEO. In this podcast, Steven welcomes Adam Maxey, Vice President of Government Affairs for the Oklahoma State Chamber. Adam discusses his role with the Chamber and public policy issues critical to Oklahoma businesses, as well as his thoughts on leadership. Adam says during challenging situations, he reminds himself to &apos...

Episode 36 of Studio CPO features host Steven Buck, President & CEO, in a conversation with Michael Bassett, Senior VP of Government Relations at AHCA/NCAL.

Michael shares insights from his time as a congressional staffer and his 12-year journey with AHCA/NCAL, where he works to help lawmakers and their teams understand the vital role of Long-Term Care in supporting the nation’s most vulnerable populations.

He also opens up about...