NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Healthcare Trust, Inc. (Nasdaq: HTIA / HTIBP) (the “Company”) today announced the successful completion of its previously announced internalization of management, marking a pivotal moment in the Company’s evolution. This strategic move is expected to result in annual savings exceeding $25 million in general and administrative (G&A) expenses and enhance governance and shareholder alignment as the Company evaluates a potential public listing.
As part of this transformative process, the Company is also rebranding itself as National Healthcare Properties, Inc. to better reflect its strategic vision and continued commitment to excellence in the healthcare real estate sector. The Company believes this rebranding aligns with its goal to position itself for long-term growth and value creation for its shareholders.
In conjunction with the internalization and rebranding, the Company has executed a 4-for-1 reverse stock split to potentially enhance its stock’s marketability and liquidity. The reverse stock split is designed to better align the Company’s share price with industry peers and facilitate greater investor interest as National Healthcare Properties, Inc. prepares for future opportunities.
To further support its strategic initiatives, the Company has engaged BMO Capital Markets Corp. as its financial advisor to assist it in the evaluation of a potential public listing of its shares of common stock.
The Company will continue to be led by Michael Anderson, who has been appointed to the board of directors and remains as Chief Executive Officer, and Scott Lappetito, who continues as Chief Financial Officer. The Company believes that their strong leadership will guide National Healthcare Properties, Inc. through this exciting new chapter and ensure the organization is well-prepared to capitalize on growth opportunities within the healthcare real estate sector.
“We are thrilled to announce the completion of our management internalization and the rebranding of our Company, National Healthcare Properties, Inc.,” said Michael Anderson. “This is a significant milestone that we believe enhances our operational efficiency, further aligns our governance structure with that of our publicly traded peers, and positions us for future growth. We look forward to working with BMO Capital Markets as we explore the potential for a public listing of our common stock and continue to build a robust portfolio of healthcare properties.”
About National Healthcare Properties, Inc.
National Healthcare Properties, Inc. (“NHP”) is a publicly registered real estate investment trust focused on acquiring a diversified portfolio of healthcare real estate, with an emphasis on seniors housing and outpatient medical facilities, located in the United States. Additional information about NHP can be found on its website at nhpreit.com.
Important Notice
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