Paula Banno

Paula Banno currently serves as the Executive Director at MBK Senior Living, a position held since March 2023. Prior experience includes roles such as Director of Business Development at Utopia Experiences, LLC, and Director at Lifespace Communities, Inc., where responsibilities encompassed budget management, leadership development, customer relations, and event coordination for a large resident community. Banno has a proven track record of maintaining high-quality standards and compliance in care settings, alongside a strong background in coaching and educational programming. Previous positions include Activity Director at Alden Estates of Naperville, Founder of RESULTS.pjb and Youth United, and various production roles in public television. Banno holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Leadership & Communication and Psychology from Elmhurst University.