Becky Shelton
Hospitality • Senior Living • Life Enrichment • Customer Service Leadership
About
Compassionate, high-energy life enrichment and hospitality professional with 20+ years of experience creating meaningful experiences for seniors, families, and guests. Recognized for strong relationship-building, exceptional customer service, program creativity, and leadership across interdisciplinary teams. Adept at designing engaging programs, coordinating events, and supporting person-centered care with warmth and professionalism.
Experience
Director of Life Enrichment - CHI Riverview Senior Living - Moorhead, MN
(2025-02)
- Lead daily life enrichment programs including water aerobics, movie matinees, chime choir, trivia, and happy hour.
- Oversee, schedule, and mentor volunteers to support high-quality resident engagement.
- Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams to support holistic well-being.
- Design innovative programming that enhances physical, emotional, social, and cognitive wellness.
Bartender - Hilton Garden Inn & Suites - Fargo, ND
(2022-02)
- Provide exceptional hospitality for weddings, corporate events, and large gatherings.
- Maintain organized bar operations, perform inventory management, and ensure guest satisfaction.
- Train new staff in service standards, drink preparation, and event workflow.
Director of Life Enrichment - Eventide Sheyenne Crossings - West Fargo, ND
(2015-01 - 2024-11)
- Directed life enrichment programs for 64 residents across assisted living and memory care.
- Completed documentation, assessments, and federal MDS 3.0 activity reporting with accuracy.
- Coordinated intergenerational programming, fundraisers, themed events, and community partnerships.
- Supervised and developed staff to enhance program quality and resident involvement.
- Served as key contributor to care planning teams, advocating for resident-centered engagement.
Education
B.S. - Recreation Management; Hospitality & Tourism Minor - North Dakota State University
AAS - Medical Transcription - Bismarck State College
