October 21 - October 23, 2026

Chicago, IL

Sessions

Thursday, October 22, 2026

How to SHOP: New Opportunities for Operator Growth



Date and Time:Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Location:Innovation Lab

Moderator

Nicole Funari

Senior Principal, Capital Strategies

NIC

Panelist

Dan Lahey

EVP, Chief Financial And Investment Officer

LCS

Panelist

Jeff Miller

Chief Operating Officer

Janus Living, Inc

Panelist

Melanie Mooney

VP, Investments

NHI

REIT-led SHOP operating models are creating new pathways for operators to pursue growth, along with evolving expectations around governance, reporting, and operational readiness. This session offers a practical, high-level overview of how SHOP arrangements are typically evaluated and implemented, what operators should be prepared to demonstrate, and how to build productive, transparent working relationships between owners and operators.

Panelists will discuss common compliance and reporting considerations (including SOX-related topics where applicable), the internal capabilities and systems that may be needed to support these arrangements, and key areas to address when aligning on roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations. REIT and operator leaders will also share perspectives on how SHOP participation can influence broader business planning, capital alignment, and growth approaches. Attendees will leave with a clearer framework for assessing whether a SHOP model aligns with their organization’s strategy and readiness.

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