Who Is Walker Methodist?
Walker Methodist is a faith-based, non-profit senior living organization that's been serving older adults since 1945. We provide housing, healthcare, rehabilitation, and services to seniors and the people who support them.
Additionally, Walker Methodist inspires people in the field of older adult services by establishing careers that create environments that enhance the lives of the people we serve.
At Walker Methodist, we believe age does not hold you back. We’ve created communities and services that enhance your life, places where you have the freedom to enjoy the lifestyle, and activities that suit your needs. Our goal is to ease your burdens so you can live fully each and every day. Walker Methodist is a choice for those who want to participate in life throughout their entire life.
Join us and experience our Mission: Life. And all the living that goes with it. Enhancing the lives of older adults through a culture of care, respect, and service.
WHAT WE DO
Walker Methodist owns, operates, and manages 20 senior living communities and provides housing, healthcare, rehabilitation, and services to seniors and the people who support them.
Additionally, Walker Methodist inspires people in the field of older adult services by establishing careers that create environments that enhance the lives of the people we serve.
OUR MISSION:
Life. And all the living that goes with it. Enhancing the lives of older adults through a culture of care, respect, and service.
Our Vision:
As the leading senior services provider, Walker Methodist offers the best place to live and work.
Our Values:
Respect.
Imagination.
Collaboration
Executive Leadership Team
Walker Methodist’s executive leadership is a passionate team of professionals committed to the Mission, Vision, and Values of Walker Methodist, to enhancing the ways that older adults can live their lives, and to opening up the field of older adult services through inspiring careers and mentorship. Together, with all members of the Walker Methodist team, a positive difference is being made in how older adults experience life. Get to know each of them personally through their biographies below.
Scott Riddle
Chief Executive Officer and President
Scott Riddle
Chief Executive Officer & President
Scott Riddle, Chief Executive Officer and President, leads all aspects of Walker Methodist's operations, mission, vision and strategy.
As Chief Executive Officer and President, Scott leads the development of organizational strategies, as well as oversees the creation and implementation of the organization’s mission, vision and direction. He joined the organization as Chief Financial Officer in April 2013 and was named Chief Executive Officer and President in 2014.
Prior to joining Walker Methodist, Scott worked as the Vice President of Finance at Ecumen. His professional experience includes Finance roles at International Multifoods and Northwest Airlines and in diverse industries such as consumer auto rental and medical device, among others. He holds an MBA from the University of St. Thomas and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Bethel College. He volunteers his time as a Member of the Board on the Finance Committee for Aging Services of Minnesota.
Beth Deneau
Chief Administrative Officer
Beth Deneau
Beth Deneau
Chief Administrative Officer
As Chief Administrative Officer, Beth oversees and supervises the Quality Improvement, Education, Health Information, and Human Resource teams for Walker Senior Services. She has worked in the senior services field for more than 40 years.
The majority of her career has been in nursing leadership roles having served as a Director of Nursing and Director of Quality Assurance in a variety of settings; a hospital based TCU, skilled nursing facilities and in private and state run organizations. Beth’s professional interests are focused in the areas of regulatory compliance and project management. In her years at Walker she has facilitated several cross functional teams in the evaluation and improvement of their work.
Beth is a Registered Nurse who is currently a member of: Aging Services of Minnesota where she sits on the Survey and Analysis Compliance Committee and the Women’s Health Leadership TRUST.
Sarah Wandschneider
Vice President of Human Resources
Sarah Wandschneider
Sarah Wandschneider
Vice President of Human Resources
Sarah Wandschneider is the Vice President of Human Resources at Walker Methodist and has been part of our team since April 2015.
As Vice President of Human Resources, Sarah leads her team in supporting Walker Methodist through a consultative, innovative, and adaptable approach to ensure solutions are in alignment with our Mission, Vision, and Values.
Sarah is known for building solid business relationships throughout the organization from the Board, to Leadership team, and front-line employees. Prior to her time at Walker Methodist, Sarah worked at Affinity Plus Credit Union, the Science Museum of Minnesota, and C.H. Robinson. Sarah has a Bachelor of Science from University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire and a Masters of Arts from Ottawa University, Kansas.
Anneliese Peterson
Vice President of Operations
Anneliese Peterson
Vice President of Operations
As Vice President of Operations, Anneliese Peterson leads the operations and services provided by Walker Methodist’s housing communities. This includes providing expertise and vision for each community in their effort to offer the highest quality customer service.
Before joining Walker Methodist in 2013, Anneliese worked at Sunrise Senior Living for 11 years. In her positions with Sunrise, she served in roles in human resources, later becoming the Executive Director for numerous communities and served as the Regional Director of Operations in Minnesota.
Anneliese currently volunteers with the Alzheimer’s Association on their Walk to End Alzheimer’s and Development Committees. She is also very involved with LeadingAge MN and has served as a past co-chair of the Housing Cabinet and as a member of the Quality Council.
Anneliese holds a Master’s degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from the University of Northern Iowa, and has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Organizational Communication from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota.
Russ Grundhauser
Chief Financial Officer
Russ Grundhauser
Chief Financial Officer
Russ is the newest member of our leadership team, he joined us in January 2017. Russ was most recently CFO with Bloom Health Corporation and formerly with International Dairy Queen as Vice President of Financial Services. He holds a Bachelors of Business and Public Relations in Accounting from the University of North Dakota.
He leads all financial aspects of Walker Methodist including internal and external reporting, budgeting & financial analysis, cash & investment management, revenue cycle management, audits, and risk management. In addition, Russ oversees the Environmental Services and Informational Technology teams.
In his free time, Russ really enjoys running, tending to his perennial garden as well as spending time with his wife Karen and their three sons at home or up at the family cabin. He is also an active volunteer for the Eden Prairie Boys Basketball Association and serves on the Stewardship Council at Pax Christi Catholic Community.
Our Values:
Respect. Imagination. Collaboration.
Our History
Walker Methodist is proud of its deep roots dating back to 1876. Predecessors to today’s Walker Methodist are Bethany Home and Harriet Walker Maternity Hospital.
