GlobeNewswire·Nov 9, 2026, 6:00 AM ET

National Healthcare Properties Announces Appointments of Jeff Olson and Craig Smith to the Board of Directors

National Healthcare Properties, Inc. (Nasdaq: NHP) appointed Jeff Olson and Craig Smith as independent directors effective November 9, 2026.
Jeff Olson is Chairman & CEO of Urban Edge Properties (NYSE: UE) with over 20 years of experience leading public retail REITs, including prior roles as CEO of Equity One, Inc. and President of Kimco Realty Corporation regions.
Olson holds degrees from the University of Maryland & Johns Hopkins University, is a former Certified Public Accountant, and will join the Company's Compensation & Corporate Governance Committee.
Craig Smith is CEO of Aimbridge Hospitality since 2024, bringing 35+ years of global hospitality leadership experience managing over 1,000 properties in 20+ countries.
Smith previously held senior roles at Marriott International, including Group President & Managing Director of the International Division, & holds director certifications from NACD & Harvard Business School.
Smith holds a Global Executive MBA from the University of St. Gallen, an MBA from the Rotman School of Management, & a Bachelor of Science from Brigham Young University.
Smith is expected to join the Company's Audit Committee upon the effectiveness of his appointment.
CEO Michael Anderson stated the appointments enhance the Board with expertise in REIT portfolio repositioning & global lodging operations to drive operational excellence.
Ferguson Partners advised the Company on the board search process.