Classic Residence by Hyatt

Susan Compton - Executive Director

Susan Compton, R.N., Ph.D., is responsible for the comfort, well-being and satisfaction of each resident at Classic Residence by Hyatt at La Jolla Village.

As Executive Director, Susan oversees every aspect of the community, including the quality of services, amenities, programs and care provided to residents. Susan exemplifies Classic Residence by Hyatt’s mission, philosophy and core values of integrity, compassion and excellence and ensures that each employee upholds these tenets.

Susan earned a master's degree in health law and a doctorate in health science. With her extensive health care experience, including her background in administration, Susan has demonstrated her dedication to older adults.

Connie Coe - Lifestyle Director

Connie Coe creates and implements lifestyle-enriching programs that contribute to each resident’s whole-person wellness.

As Lifestyle Director, Connie oversees lifestyle programs designed for residents, such as social and community involvement, participatory and spectator events, creative and educational coursework, lecture series, travel clubs, book reviews, fitness classes and more.

Connie's education and experience combined with her commitment to older adults enhance her ability to promote a wellness-focused lifestyle.

Robin Margulies-Adler, LCSW - Director of Resident Services

Robin Margulies-Adler promotes a healthy, enriching environment at Classic Residence by Hyatt at La Jolla Village.

As Director of Resident Services, Robin helps to ensure that each resident is receiving the appropriate level of services and care. She is pleased to address the questions of residents and their family members about care options and other matters.

Robin's previous experience in health care enhances her ability to manage resident services and the community’s continuum of care. She is a licensed clinical social worker and earned her master of social work degree from the State University of New York.

Kelly Parkins - Sales Director

Kelly Parkins is responsible for sales at Classic Residence by Hyatt at La Jolla Village, promoting the benefits of senior living to older adults and their family and friends.

As Sales Director, Kelly manages the sales team and represents Classic Residence by Hyatt to the larger community. She also serves as a resource to community organizations on the topics of senior living and continuing care.

With over 14 years of experience in the retirement and senior living industry, Kelly has demonstrated her dedication to older adults.

Jas Podgurski - Director of Engineering

Jas Podgurski is responsible for maintaining every aspect of the setting at Classic Residence by Hyatt at La Jolla Village.

As Director of Engineering, Jas manages maintenance operations in such a way that residents are proud to call the community home and to invite their family and friends to share their experience at Classic Residence by Hyatt.

Jas is dedicated to maintaining our richly designed environment at the highest standards. He has been recognized numerous times for his leadership by the Building Owners and Managers Association International.

Eric Popejoy, CPA - Director of Accounting

Eric Popejoy, CPA, is responsible for the accuracy of operational accounting for Classic Residence by Hyatt at La Jolla Village.

As Director of Accounting, Eric oversees all accounting functions and is responsive to resident requests and questions.

With his vast experience in accounting and finance, including health care, Eric exemplifies our core values of integrity, compassion and excellence.

Larry Sangis - Director of Dining Services

Larry Sangis is responsible for every aspect of the dining experience at Classic Residence by Hyatt at La Jolla Village, from table reservations and settings to the personalized service each resident receives.

As Director of Dining Services, Larry oversees the resident dining experience in the community’s dining venues, including private dining functions that residents host for their families and friends.

Larry's extensive hospitality experience and background are ideally suited to serving our discerning resident clientele.

Jim Smith, CEC, CDM, CFPP - Executive Chef

As Executive Chef, Jim Smith oversees every aspect of the culinary program for Classic Residence by Hyatt at La Jolla Village, including menu creation, food preparation and the management of therapeutic diets. Jim’s menus feature healthy and taste-tempting selections based on resident preferences.

Jim’s culinary expertise was developed and enhanced with Hyatt Hotels and in 5-star dining venues. He has received customized training provided by The Culinary Institute of America on nutrition, healthy cooking and baking techniques, flavor dynamics and food and wine pairing. Jim has completed the Certified Executive Chef certification with the American Culinary Federation. He is also a certified dietary manager and certified food protection professional.

Bibiana Valenzuela - Director of Housekeeping

Bibiana Valenzuela ensures that the highest possible degree of cleanliness and aesthetic value is achieved at Classic Residence by Hyatt at La Jolla Village.

As Director of Housekeeping, Bibiana oversees the housekeeping function for each resident’s home as well as the community areas.

With more than 18 years of expertise in hospitality, Bibiana is committed to the resident experience at Classic Residence by Hyatt.

Theresa Weber - Director of Human Resources

As Director of Human Resources, Theresa Weber enhances both resident and employee satisfaction through expert oversight and management of the community’s human resources function. She recruits and develops top employees who have a passion for working with older adults.

Theresa earned her master of business administration degree in human resources and is an active member of the Society for Human Resource Management and the National Human Resources Association.