Senior Living Professionals

Alison Raab

Executive Director

Alison joined the Discovery Senior Living family 5 ½ years ago as the Director of Celebrations. She was promoted to the Director of Resident and Concierge Services at Aston Gardens At Tampa Bay in January of 2022 and then to the Executive Director in April of 2024. Alison has lived in the Tampa area for 22 years and has been married to her husband Matt for 20 years. She has twin 17-year-old sons, Landon and Braeden and two “bonus” sons, Connor and Ethan. In her free time, you will find Alison spending time with her family, at a high school lacrosse game, the beach, visiting with friends or doing Pilates.

Antoine Kabir

Director of Culinary Services

Chef Antoine has over 20 years of Food and Beverage experience. He was born in France. His past work history includes an internship in a Michelin Star Restaurant in Montreal Canada, Executive Chef at Bistro St Tropez Philadelphia, Chef Owner of Best Of Philly for a new Bistro La Boheme Philadelphia, Chef Owner of Le Jardin Restaurant in Philadelphia. Also a coffee connoisseur, he co-owned 3 coffee shops, all located in downtown Philadelphia. After moving back to Quebec Canada, he opened a Mediterranean Restaurant called Athena Grill. After 3 years in Quebec, he and his family decided to move back to Florida. Once in Florida, Chef Antoine and his friend Chef Gui started a high end catering company called Elite Catering. Most recently he had the opportunity to be the Executive Chef at renown Steak House Flamestone in Tampa.

Lorena Zayas

Assisted Living Administrator

Lorena has been with Aston Gardens since May of 2005. A nurse since 2002, Lorena worked in a hospital setting on a medical Surgical floor until finding her passion in the geriatric/Alzheimer community. Born and raised in Chicago, Lorena has been married to her high school Sweetheart for 27 years and the proud mother of 2 girls and grandmother to Eliza and Noah. She works with the best team at The Inn At Aston Gardens Tampa Bay!

Robyn Bard

Senior Lifestyle Counselor

Senior Lifestyle Counselor, Robyn Bard, is a native Floridian and lifelong advocate for children and families. A proud graduate of the University of South Florida, her background in education and passion for leadership makes her a tremendous asset to our community, and an exceptional resource for area seniors and families as they navigate the journey toward senior living. Robyn’s passion and commitment to service are an inspiration to all who meet her. She says, “There’s no greater honor than seeing new residents thrive in our community!”