Kendal at Oberlin names Seth Vilensky its CEO

Kendal at Oberlin, a nonprofit life plan community in Oberlin, has announced that Seth Vilensky will join the community as chief executive officer Jan. 29, according to a news release.

Vilensky was selected following a nationwide search, led by the organization’s Board of Directors.

Most recently, he served as vice president of strategic market operations and category management for Medically Home, a growing start-up company offering high-acuity care at home across 18 states, according to the release.

Prior to that, Vilensky was president and CEO of the Montefiore Home.

As CEO for Montefiore, Vilensky had a key role in growing the organization and planning the merger, creating a partnership designed to grow and diversify the communities, the release said.

Earlier leadership experience includes guiding the Cleveland Clinic’s rehabilitation and post-acute care operations.

Vilensky said he looks forward to joining the Kendal community.

“I am honored to be chosen as the second CEO in Kendal at Oberlin’s long history,” he said in the release. “I am thrilled to join the great team, board and vibrant community at Kendal at Oberlin.

“The values of Kendal, particularly the sense of community, inclusiveness and service align perfectly with my experiences and passion for healthy and independent aging.”

The search for Kendal at Oberlin’s new chief executive officer began when long-time CEO Barbara Thomas announced her plans for retirement after 32 years of leading the organization.