Boss Ladies

By Alison Cardoza Photos By Matt Johnson

Diane Kelton, President of Baptist Health Milestone Wellness Center strives to improve the health of others, offering a place of luxury for members to escape. Her mission is to provide a rich and rewarding experience for all members, nonmembers, and her staff.

“Before I became President, I was actually a member of Milestone,” says Diane. She transitioned from a member of the club to an employee in the late 90’s when the club was in need of an accountant. Diane oversaw the construction and the opening of the new Baptist Milestone back in 2000 with many amazing staff and directors that are actually still with Milestone today, including Sue Schonberger. 

“The partnership with Baptist Health has been incredibly positive,” says Diane. The Healthcare system runs physical therapy upstairs in the wellness center for those just coming out of surgery or in need of a physical therapist. Sue Tamme, who was very instrumental in the partnership between the hospital and Milestone, was President of what is now Baptist Health Louisville. It was her goal to create a Wellness Center that focused on health rather than sickness. Though retiring from her position at the hospital, she continues her involvement with the Center, serving on the Board as Board Chair since 2007. Diane notes that Sue Tamme’s leadership skills have set a professional example for her. 

Milestone offers an amazing cafe, HMR food solutions program, aquatics, childcare, spa, group exercise classes, personal training, pilates, and much more. 

Diane enjoys the luxury of having her nails done to pamper herself and enjoy the added amenities in the club. For more than 30 years, Milestone has received numerous awards including the best facility to workout, best spa, and best ranked personal trainers in the city. This 70,000 square foot facility has earned its title as one of Louisville’s Best Facilities. 

Diane has always acknowledged her skills are on the business side, not the fitness. 

Over the years, she has hired talented staff with great fitness and health knowledge. One of those is Lisa Groft, who started as a fitness specialist in 2003. 

In 2012, Lisa was promoted to co- fitness director with Maria Bernard. As Diane and Sue Tamme watched the fitness department and personal training department grow over the next several years, they also saw Lisa’s ability as a leader. Lisa has now obtained her MBA and was named Chief Operating Officer in 2023. 

With over 4000 members, Baptist Milestone offers a place of belonging. Our vision at Baptist Milestone is to enhance the health and well being of the community through quality staff, quality service, and unsurpassed customer service. We welcome all fitness enthusiasts to experience and explore Baptist Health Milestone. 

Alison Cardoza, ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and Fitour Group Exercise Instructor at Baptist Health Milestone Wellness Center. BS Exercise Science and Sports Medicine with a minor in Health Promotions from the University of Louisville. Former UofL Ladybird and NFL Colts Cheerleader.