Cypress Cove has named Mary Franklin executive director of its HealthPark Florida life plan community.

Franklin had served as associate executive director at Cypress Cove since January and was director of resident services from 2015 through 2019.

“Mary is a fast learner and already had plenty of credibility among her colleagues and the Cypress Cove residents,” said former executive director Tim Ficker, who is supporting Franklin as she transitions into her new role. “She was probably ready for the transition months ago, but the COVID-19 crisis came upon us in March and we all agreed it was not the best time to force the move. Nevertheless, Mary more than proved her mettle as a smart, tireless and caring leader throughout the difficult times of the pandemic.”  

Franklin began her career in senior housing and services in 2007 at Shell Point, another Fort Myers life plan community, where she served as resort services and wellness manager. From 1994 to 2007, Franklin worked in the management of resort recreation and programming at the Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, South Seas Resort on Captiva Island and Grey Oaks Country Club in Naples.