NHI Mourns Loss of Joe Wakham, Jr.

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National Health Investors (NYSE:NHI) announced the passing of Joe Wakham, Jr., a 16-year veteran of the company. Wakham served as Controller and Vice President, having joined NHI as an accountant in 2009. Throughout his tenure, he made significant contributions, including developing NHI's supplemental report and leading early IT projects. He was promoted to Assistant Controller in November 2019 and became Controller and Vice President in June 2020.

Beyond his professional role, Wakham was actively involved in community service, serving as an Elder at the North Boulevard Church of Christ and President of BoroDash, a Murfreesboro charitable event.

MURFREESBORO, TN / ACCESSWIRE / January 14, 2025 / It is with great sorrow that National Health Investors, Inc. (NYSE:NHI) acknowledges the loss of our long-time colleague and great friend, Joe Wakham. Joe was with NHI for 16 years and his personality and influence is woven into the cultural fabric of our Company.

Joe started with NHI as an accountant in 2009. Joe distinguished himself as our Director of Financial Reporting and is considered the "father" of the NHI supplemental report as it is crafted today. Joe also volunteered for many of the early information technology projects we had due to his love and understanding of technology. Joe was promoted to Assistant Controller in November 2019 and became our Controller and Vice President in June 2020.

In addition to his numerous contributions to NHI, Joe was active in the local community serving as an Elder at the North Boulevard Church of Christ and President of the BoroDash, a Murfreesboro Thanksgiving tradition that raises money for charity. Joe was devoted to his wife, Anna, his three children Chloe, Clark and Cole, his family, NHI and Murfreesboro and he will be sorely missed.

About NHI

Incorporated in 1991, National Health Investors, Inc. (NYSE: NHI) is a real estate investment trust specializing in sale-leasebacks, joint-ventures, senior housing operating partnerships, and mortgage and mezzanine financing of need-driven and discretionary senior housing and medical investments. NHI's portfolio consists of independent living, assisted living and memory care communities, entrance-fee retirement communities, skilled nursing facilities, and specialty hospitals. For more information, visit www.nhireit.com.

Contact: Dana Hambly, Vice President, Finance and Investor Relations
Phone: (615) 890-9100

SOURCE: National Health Investors

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FAQ

What positions did Joe Wakham hold at NHI during his 16-year tenure?

Joe Wakham started as an accountant in 2009, became Assistant Controller in November 2019, and was promoted to Controller and Vice President in June 2020.

What was Joe Wakham's contribution to NHI's financial reporting?

Joe Wakham was considered the 'father' of NHI's supplemental report in its current form and served as Director of Financial Reporting.

What community roles did Joe Wakham hold in Murfreesboro?

Joe Wakham served as an Elder at the North Boulevard Church of Christ and was President of BoroDash, a Murfreesboro Thanksgiving charitable event.

When did Joe Wakham join NHI and what was his initial role?

Joe Wakham joined NHI in 2009 as an accountant.