Meet the Team Behind Tribute at One Loudoun
Melissa Fortner
Executive Director
With more than 25 years of leadership experience in senior living, Melissa brings both expertise and passion to person-centered care. Throughout her career, she has served seniors and supported the dedicated professionals who care for them in roles such as skilled nursing home administrator, vice president for nursing home and assisted living operations, consultant, quality assurance/risk manager, and executive director of a retirement community.
Melissa has spent her entire career in the senior living field, primarily in Virginia and Maryland. She earned her BS in Health Administration from East Tennessee State University and her MBA from Virginia Tech.
Outside of work, Melissa enjoys traveling, discovering her next great book, trying her hand at golf, and learning to sail. She and her husband Brian are proud parents of two children, Cole and Ainslee.
Rachael Hite
Sales and Marketing Director
Rachael is proud to serve families in Ashburn and across Northern Virginia as the Sales and Marketing Director at Tribute at One Loudoun. With 15+ years of experience in housing, she helps older adults and their families find the perfect fit for assisted living and memory care—luxury apartments designed for comfort, security, and personalized care.
Rachael’s approach is simple: listen with compassion, guide with expertise, and make the journey to senior living as smooth as possible. Whether you’re planning for the future or searching for immediate support, Rachael is here to help families feel confident and cared for every step of the way.
Beyond her role at Tribute, Rachael is passionate about making housing accessible for everyone. She actively volunteers with Habitat for Humanity and brings that same dedication to building stronger, more inclusive communities into her work every day.
At the heart of it all, Rachael believes retirement living should be more than just a place to live—it should be a place to thrive. She’s committed to helping families explore options that fit their unique needs and building communities that feel like home for all members.
Kat Mork
Lifestyles Director
Kat Mork is a part of our team as a Lifestyles Director for our Memory Care and Assisted Living Community, dedicating her time and energy to organize activities that bring joy, purpose and comfort to our residents.
She was born in Panama and made Virginia her home for the past twelve years, bringing with her a rich cultural background and spirit of care.
Kat has served as a preschool teacher, her ability to inspire and motivate others has made a profound difference in the lives of residents.
Seeing a smile on a resident’s face makes my day! She lives by this belief.
Kat enjoys spending time with her two boys, cooking, sharing a glass of wine, traveling the world to learn about new cultures and expressing her creativity through painting, crafts, and decoration.
Jeannie Tomczak, LPN
Wellness Director
My career in healthcare spans more than 41 years, with the last 20 dedicated to Assisted Living and Memory Care. While I hold an Administrator’s license, my heart has always been in nursing. I find joy in helping our residents remain as independent as possible and am rewarded daily with their smiles and hugs. I am truly thankful for the opportunity to serve and support our senior population.
Michael Smith
Executive Chef
With 42 years in the culinary field—including 18 years in long-term care and assisted living—I have found my greatest joy working with the senior population. To me, our residents are not just residents; they are family. This is more than a job—I truly love what I do. I especially enjoy planning events and special occasions throughout the year, creating memorable moments for those we serve.
Outside of work, I raise peacocks and chickens, and I love spending time with my dogs, family, and grandchildren. After COVID, I decided to try something new and bought a four-wheeler, which has since grown into a side-by-side and regular mountain trips with family and friends.
I am also deeply proud of our team. We spend a great deal of time training and supporting one another, and many of our staff have been with us for years—a reflection of the commitment and care we share.
Jeff Hoffman
Director of Culinary Experience
I have spent the past 16 years as a chef in restaurants, hotels, and catering, but I found my true calling in senior living—serving residents in independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled care. When you love what you do, it never feels like work. The residents and associates quickly become an extension of your family, and that is what makes this field so meaningful to me.
Outside of work, I’ve spent more than 30 years breeding, training, and showing American Quarter Horses. I’m also the proud “papa” of three Bullmastiffs—Annie, Sweety, and Demi—who keep life fun and full of energy. When I’m not with them, I enjoy hitting the trails on my ATV or side-by-side. One of my greatest joys is introducing others to the freedom and fresh air of the outdoors.
Quan Huynh
Director of Building Services
A results-driven professional with 17+ years of experience overseeing comprehensive facility operations, known for implementing cost-effective preventive maintenance programs. Quan Huynh joined Tribute at One Loudoun leadership team in December 2020 as Maintenance Director during the peak of pandemic with a strong engineering background.
Prior to joining Atlas Senior Living, Quan was with Sunrise Senior Living for nearly 13 years being appointed as floating Maintenance Coordinator overseeing Norther Virginia communities under Inova owner group. His accomplishments included a national Energy Efficiency Facility Award in 2017 and other achievements from Sunrise Senior Living. Quan is committed to providing the very best atmosphere for the community teams to care for residents and focuses on ensuring that the buildings look and feel welcoming, while simultaneously meeting complex code and life-safety requirements.
Working in the healthcare industry since 2007, Quan brings a unique perspective into cultivating Atlas Senior Living as a great place to work and creating a place for residents to experience longer, healthier, happier lives.
Quan is married to Phuong and has two children.
