David S. Rayha

Dave has strategic oversight and management of UMC’s four full-service communities. He has spent the bulk of his career working for faith-based, not-for-profit organizations and brings over 34 years of experience in management and senior-level leadership. This includes eight years as vice president of operations/chief operating officer at Brethren Village Retirement Community in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Previous positions as an administrator or executive director at Bellingham Retirement Community and Willow Valley Retirement Communities, also in Pennsylvania, add to his extensive experience. Skills in strategic planning, project management, oversight of renovation and new construction, regulatory compliance, accreditations and surveys, contract management and negotiations, benchmarking, and more, compliment Dave’s academic degrees.

He holds a Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Health Care Management from the Pennsylvania State University and two degrees from York College of Pennsylvania: a Bachelor of Science in Long Term Care Administration and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Recreation. Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) and Personal Care Administrator certifications add to his credentials.