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From Leads to Leases

A CCR Growth Podcast
with CEO Jerry Vinci

Senior living sales & marketing podcast

From Leads to Leases ranks among the top senior living marketing podcasts on Apple, Spotify, and Amazon. It’s where real operators go for real growth ideas.

The podcast redefining senior living growth

Senior living is evolving – and we’re unpacking the playbooks behind the industry’s most effective sales and marketing strategies.

Join our CEO and founder as he sits down with innovators, operators, and experts driving real change. Every episode delivers practical insights, fresh ideas, and the kind of clarity senior living teams can act on.

Have a perspective that deserves the spotlight? Share your voice with an audience of forward-thinking professionals shaping the future of senior living.

EPISODE 10

Redefining Niche Marketing in Senior Living with Keely Raff

Special Guest: Keely Raff

In this conversation, Keely Raff and Jerry Vinci discuss the power of niche marketing in the senior living industry. They explore the shift from a health-centric to a life-centric approach and the importance of understanding the whole person and their lifestyle. Keely shares examples of successful niche marketing strategies, such as targeting specific professions or interests, partnering with local organizations, and offering tailored amenities and services. They also emphasize the need for data analysis and measurement to determine the effectiveness of niche marketing efforts. In this conversation, Keely and Jerry discuss the importance of niche marketing in senior living...

EPISODE 9

Elevating Your Senior Living Brand

In this episode, Jerry Vinci discusses how to elevate your senior living brand while attracting quality leads. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity, consistency, emotional connection, and differentiation in building a strong brand. Vinci explains that investing in your brand now is non-negotiable due to the increasing competition in the senior living market. He provides strategies for elevating your brand online, including showcasing real-life testimonials, creating a welcoming website, engaging on social media, and producing educational content. Vinci concludes by highlighting the role of a strong brand in cultivating meaningful relationships and attracting direct inquiries from families.

EPISODE 8

The Data Driven Revolution in Senior Living

In this episode, Jerry Vinci discusses the data-driven revolution in senior living and its impact on marketing, sales, operations, and the resident experience. He emphasizes the importance of data analytics in understanding prospective residents and their families and how it can be used to turn data into strategic assets. Vinci explores the role of data in personalization, lead generation, resident retention, and satisfaction. He also highlights how data can inform operational decisions, enhance sales strategies, and enable predictive analytics for future planning. Vinci concludes by urging senior living providers to embrace data analytics and build a culture of continuous refinement.

EPISODE 7

How Direct Marketing Helps Build Trust in Senior Living

In this episode, Jerry Vinci discusses the importance of direct marketing in senior living and how it helps build trust and foster relationships. He explains the differences between traditional marketing and direct marketing, highlighting the personalized engagement and tailored messaging that direct marketing offers. Jerry provides examples of how direct marketing can be used to connect with different target audiences, including potential residents, adult children/loved ones, caregivers, existing residents, and professional referral sources. He emphasizes the need for educational content, data personalization, transparency, and storytelling in direct marketing strategies. The episode concludes with a call to action to subscribe to the podcast and explore CCR Growth’s expertise in senior living marketing.

EPISODE 6

We’ve Got a Senior Housing Crisis on Our Hands

In this episode, Jerry Vinci discusses the looming challenges in the senior housing industry as we approach a potential crisis in available housing. He highlights the current state of construction in the industry, including high costs, labor shortages, and regulatory hurdles hindering faster development. The slow pace of construction is not keeping up with the increasing demand, leading to a potential housing crisis. Vinci explores innovative solutions such as modular construction, repurposing existing buildings, enhancing financial incentives, and streamlining regulatory processes. He also emphasizes the importance of creating lifestyle-centric communities that cater to today's seniors' evolving needs and expectations. Vinci concludes by urging stakeholders to take proactive steps to address...

EPISODE 5

Humanizing Personalization in Senior Living Sales with Christie Freeze

Special Guest: Christie Freeze

In this conversation, Jerry Vinci interviews Christie Freeze, the regional director of Senior Living Sales for SalesMail, about the importance of personalization in senior living marketing. Christie shares her background in the industry and how she transitioned to SalesMail. They discuss the difference between traditional marketing and personalized marketing, emphasizing the need for authentic connections and storytelling. Christie provides examples of successful implementation of personalization strategies, such as using personalized videos to engage leads and increase conversion rates. They also touch on the role of family members in the decision-making process and the importance of education and open dialogue. In this conversation, Christie Freeze, the Regional Director of Sales for SalesMail...

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Amanda A

Working with CCR Growth has been an absolute pleasure. From the start, their team was professional, responsive, and truly invested in our success. They took the time to understand our needs and communicated every step of the way, which made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a dedicated partner to help drive growth in their community.

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Debbie Miller

Outstanding Experience with CCR Growth! Working with Jerry, Tara and their team has been a great experience. The entire team is professional, responsive, and incredibly efficient. They don’t just complete the work — they take the time to truly understand your goals and provide thoughtful, strategic suggestions that make a real difference.
Their communication and follow-up are top-notch, ensuring every project stays on track and exceeds expectations. It’s rare to find a team that combines such strong expertise with genuine care for their clients’ success.
If you’re looking for a partner who is dedicated, proactive, and committed to helping your business grow, CCR Growth is the perfect choice.

Meghan Davis

CCR Growth has been a valuable partner. Their team is responsive, efficient, and consistently helpful. They excel at follow-up—using effective tools to ensure tasks are completed promptly and thoroughly, all without ever feeling pushy.

Jennifer Krause

Working with Tara and her Team has been a very beneficial experience for our newly branded community. They took the lead on our social media platforms and marketing strategies. I would have been lost without them. They are positive and helpful with their approach. Thank You!

Angela DeWood

Working with CCR Growth has been an absolute pleasure and a truly beneficial experience. From the start, their client focus and dedication to customer satisfaction have been top tier. Every interaction with their team reflects professionalism, care, and an unmatched attention to detail.

Over the past year, I’ve had the joy of working closely with Tara Crellin and the CCRG team. Tara has been nothing short of outstanding, she’s thoughtful, responsive, and has been an integral part of our success as a community. If CCR Growth continues to employ people of her caliber, I can wholeheartedly recommend partnering with them in any capacity. Cynthia our main blog writer is also an absolute talent and gem of a person to work with.

I also want to highlight Jerry, the founder, who is not only incredibly decent but also approachable and accessible. He’s always willing to take the time to chat, listen, and ensure his team is delivering at the highest level.

I can’t say enough good things about CCR Growth, their people truly make the difference, and I’m grateful for the partnership we’ve built with them.

About the From Leads to Leases podcast

From Leads to Leases is the podcast for people who want fewer headaches in senior living and more strategies that actually work.

CCR Growth CEO Jerry Vinci hosts candid conversations with operators, marketers, and industry innovators—minus the jargon and the corporate nap-inducing tone.

Think of it as your weekly dose of “oh wow, we should really be doing that,” delivered in under 30 minutes. Smart insights, real talk, and the occasional laugh at the things we all know senior living could do better. If you’re trying to grow, improve, or rethink the way your community sells and serves, you’re in the right place.

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So we built a dedicated, performance-based platform just for boutique operators.

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From Leads to Leases

The podcast redefining senior living growth

What our clients have to say.

About the From Leads to Leases podcast

for communities with 10-50 residents

Do you own a boutique senior living community?

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Podcast

From Leads to Leases

The podcast redefining senior living growth

What our clients have to say.

About the From Leads to Leases podcast

for communities with 10-50 residents

Do you own a boutique senior living community?

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About us

Services

Podcast

Resources

For communities with 10 - 50 residents

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