Our Staff at BrightStar Care Charlottesville

Aaron Chrostopher is a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps whose leadership style is rooted in dicipline, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to service.  As CEO, he brings a no-nonsense approach to daily operations, ensuring that efficiency, accountability, and results remain at the forefront of the organization's mission.

Drawing on his extensive background in logistics and team building, Aaron excels at aligning people, processes, and purpose to drive sustainable growth.  His ability to foster strong, cohesive teams has been instrumental in positioning BrightStar as a trusted presence within the communities it serves.

At the core of Aaron's leadership philospohy is a "community-first" mindset.  He believes that true success is measured not only by busines performance but by the positive impact an organization has on the people it supports.  Under his guidance, BrightStar continues to expand its footprint while strengthening meaningful connections and delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

Aaron leads with both precision and heart, balancing strategic vision with genuine empathy and remains deeply committed to building an organization that uplifts its employuees, clients, and community alike.

For Malina Rivers, nursing has never just been a profession--it has always been a calling.  With more than 20 years of experience as a registered nurse, her career has been shaped by a deep commitment to serving others and making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.  That same commitment continues to guide her today in her role as Chief Operating Officer. 

Malina's journey has been one of growth, curiosity, and vision.  Starting from a strong clinical foundation, she quickly became known not only for her clinical excellence but for her ability to see the bigger picture--understanding how care delivery, operations, and community connection all intersect.  Over time, she developed a reputation for pairing sharp business insight with a nurse's intuition, using both to identify opportunities for growth, strengthen operations, and expand access to care through intentional business development and community education.   

What sets Malina apart is her ability to bring people together around a shared purpose.  She has built a team that does more than deliver care--they set the standard for it.  Under her leadership, that team consistently provides award-winning care not only to clients, but also to the employees who make that care possible.  She believes that when caregivers feel supported, valued, and inspired, the impact reaches far beyond the organization and into the community.

At the core of her leadership philosophy are three guiding principles:  clinical excellence, operational soundness, and scalable growth.  But for Malina, these are not just business strategies--they are tools to ensure that more people receive the care they deserve, in the way they deserve it.

Now calling Charlottesville home, Korey is excited to bring his energy, relationship-building skills, and passion for connecting with people to BrightStar Care.

Korey is a former Division 1 basketball player from the University of Denver, where he earned his undergraduate degree in Marketing and Finance. After graduating Denver, Korey went on to the University of Tulsa as the Graduate Assistant for the Men’s Basketball Team while completing his Masters in Business Administration. 

Engaged to his high school sweetheart, Rachel, they enjoy watching movies and working out together in their free time. He also trains in Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with his new found love for MMA.

Korey is most excited about the opportunity to create impact in Charlottesville. You can expect Korey to be in the community everyday looking to meet new individuals, see where he can help, and calling meetings at the local coffee shops.