Our Team
Behind the Mission
At Moldaw Residences, our leadership team is dedicated to creating a senior living experience rooted in connection, compassion, and excellence. With decades of combined experience in senior living in Palo Alto and beyond, our team brings thoughtful guidance, deep industry knowledge, and a shared commitment to resident well-being.
From community operations to resident engagement, every decision is made with care, ensuring Moldaw remains one of the most trusted and dynamic retirement communities in Northern California. We invite you to get to know the people who make our community feel like home.
Executive Director
Mark Baddas
Chief Financial Officer
Ben Chaika
Human Resources Director
Kathya Ravello
Business Office Manager
Phil Singh
Director of Dining Services
Charles Saunders
Plant Operations Director
J. Manuel Lopez
Executive Chef
Allain Bernabe
Director of Health Services
Layana Santos
Health & Wellness Navigator
Karen Lerner
Lifestyles Director
Nirit Kedem
Sales & Marketing Director
Stacy Guthmann
Board Of Directors
Chair
Craig Seidel
Vice-Chair
Marlene Levenson
Secretary
Alex Rozenfeld
Treasurer
Efrat Kasznik
Director
Gina Rosenfield
Director
Rita Ghatak
Director
Tony Klein
Director
Carole Kushnir
Director
Larry Marks
Director
Steve Monosson
Director
Carol Roberts
Director
Ric Rudman
Director
David Steirman
Director
Terrence Scott
Director
Norm Berkman
Resident Director
Betty Adler
Resident Representative
Sue Hartenbaum
Resident Association Council
President
Steve Chandler
Vice President
Susan Kaye
Secretary
Jackie Hamburg
Treasurer
Naomi Klughaupt
Member-at-large
Diane Claerbout
Member-at-large
Jan Opendyk
Member-at-large
Beth Roth
Come See Our Mission in Action
Schedule a private tour, download detailed floor plans, or reach out to learn which residences are currently available.