Meet Our Passionate Leaders at The Goldton:
Elevating Senior Living in Starkville, MS

Emily Smith

Business Office Manager

Hey Ya’ll, I was born and raised in West Point, MS. I have lived in Una, MS since 2005. I have a wonderful husband, Neal, and three precious children: Mitchell, who is 23, Faith, who is 19 and Hampton, who is 7. I also have four fur babies: Kitty, Bully, Little Girl and Bella.

I graduated in 1999 from West Point High School and attended East Mississippi Community College, where she received her Certified Nursing Assistant License. I have worked in the healthcare industry for 10 years. In my spare time, you will find me whipping up something yummy in the kitchen, reading a good book, volunteering at church, spending time with my family and fur babies and of course, online shopping.

I began my tenure at The Claiborne at Adelaide when they opened in 2015 as a Personal Assistant. Over the years, I have worked in various positions within the company such as Personal Assistant, Lead Personal Assistant, Lead Cook, Director of Dining Services, Dining Room Coordinator, Director of Activities. I have been the Business Office Manager since October 2022. I am honored to be a part of The Goldton at Adelaide and Atlas Senior Living.

Elizabeth Norman

Sales and Marketing Director

Hey Everyone! I was born and raised in Greenville, MS. I have lived in the Pheba, MS for the past 10 years. I attended Mississippi State University and graduated with a degree in Human Sciences and Family Studies. I have been in sales and marketing since graduation. I have a wonderful Husband, Byron and the most precious daughter Lillian.

I previously worked for the Adelaide years ago and am very excited to work for The Goldton at Adelaide. The residents here have a wealth of knowledge and insight that needs to be experienced and shared. So, the opportunity to experience this again as a career is the best decision I have ever made. My goal is to let everyone know the positive changes of Adelaide and what an amazing place it is to be!

In my spare time you can find me traveling to New Orleans, hanging out with my family, and enjoying the outdoors.

Ashley Reeves

Wellness Director

Hello Everyone! My name is Ashley Reeves and I have been part of the Golden Triangle Community since I was born. I began nursing in 2010 and transitioned into leadership in 2019. I love using my passion for nursing to better clinical staff and enrich the lives of our community.

I am a true Mississippi girl and love everything outdoors. I love our church community and friends. I am blessed with the sweetest family!

Ali Buskirk

Activity Director

Hey guys! My name is Ali Buskirk and I was born and raised in New Albany, Mississippi. I graduated from The University of Mississippi in 2021 with a Bachelors in Communication Sciences and Disorders. After graduating, I never thought I would be working in Senior Care, but after I transitioned into a caregiver for my grandmother it was very apparent that God had different plans for me.

I started working at The Goldton at Adelaide in August. I have since had the privilege of working multiple positions such as a Personal Assistant, Concierge, and now Lifestyle Coordinator. I am blessed to have a job that I am so passionate about, and get to be surrounded with so many great people.

In my free time, I love to spend time with my Family, my Fiancé, and my three Fur Babies: Jax, Archie, and Lucky. I love going to the movies, painting/drawing, reading, and of course, shopping.

Kevin Adams

Dining Services Director

Kevin Adams is a 2002 graduate of Columbus High School in Columbus, MS and 2007 graduate of Mississippi University for Women. He’s the son of Dr. Thomas Adams and Jannette Adams of Columbus. He’s an avid reader and enjoys swimming and horseback riding. As well as a member of Missionary Union Baptist Church where he’s been a choir member since he was 5.

Meet Our Passionate Leaders at The Goldton: Elevating Senior Living in Starkville, MS