Ana-Maria Cormos is an experienced health and social care leader with a career spanning clinical practice, quality assurance, operational leadership, commissioning, and business development. Having progressed through a range of senior roles, from Lead Nurse and Head of Nursing and Care Quality to Head of Business Development and General Manager, she brings a well-rounded perspective that combines clinical excellence with commercial awareness.

Ana-Maria began her career as a registered nurse and has remained passionate about delivering high-quality care throughout her professional journey. Her experience working directly with residents and frontline teams has shaped her leadership approach and given her a strong understanding of what good care looks like in practice.

Over the years, she has led care home openings, supported service turnaround projects, strengthened governance and quality frameworks, and worked closely with operational teams to improve outcomes for residents. Her background in business development has also enabled her to bridge the gap between quality care and sustainable business performance, ensuring that services remain both resident-focused and operationally successful.

Known for her collaborative and hands-on leadership style, Ana-Maria believes that the best results are achieved by empowering teams, building strong relationships, and maintaining a clear focus on the people who matter most – residents and their families. She values openness, accountability, and continuous improvement and is committed to creating environments where colleagues feel supported to perform at their best.

Under Ana-Maria’s leadership, her team was recognised with the MK Inspiration Award, reflecting a shared commitment to high standards, innovation, and outstanding care delivery.

As General Manager of Reigate Grange, Ana-Maria continues to focus on building a strong culture, maintaining excellence in care, and ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate, and person-centred support in a place they can truly call home.

I first joined Signature in October 2020 as a Care Supervisor in the dementia care community. I was then promoted to the role of Dementia Care Manager. If there is one thing that I’ve learned in my years of working with people living with dementia, it is: The happiest and most fulfilled people are those who devote themselves to something bigger and more unique. There is nothing more rewarding than helping the most vulnerable people to continue to live their lives with dignity and respect.

I am an experienced Hotel and Hospitality Manager with over 18 years’ experience leading both large and small teams across the hospitality sector.  I have a strong track record within hotels, resorts, established corporate businesses, and now within a luxury care home environment, consistently delivering exceptional standards of service.

Customer service and guest satisfaction are central to my approach, and I am highly motivated to deliver a five‑star experience at all times. My background includes leading operational teams, managing processes, and driving business performance while ensuring outstanding guest and resident care.

I bring excellent communication, organisational, planning, and leadership skills, and I am a confident, hands‑on manager who leads by example. I am equally comfortable working independently or collaboratively with teams, and I take pride in supporting, motivating, and developing others.

With relevant qualifications in the Hospitality Industry, I am a strong and approachable leader who believes in leading from the front. Providing high‑quality service, dignity, and a memorable experience to residents and guests is always my top priority.