Leadership & Pay ·
Accendra Health appoints Kenneth Gardner-Smith as next President and CEO
ACHAccendra Health Inc
Accendra Health announced the appointment of Kenneth Gardner-Smith as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, with an effective start date of October 5, 2026. Outgoing CEO Edward A. Pesicka will remain in his role until that date and subsequently retire from the Board of Directors. The company entered into a consulting agreement with Mr. Pesicka on September 28, 2026, under which he will serve as an advisor for up to thirty months to ensure a smooth transition. His previously awarded outstanding equity awards will remain outstanding and continue to vest according to existing terms during the consulting period, and he will receive COBRA benefits. Accendra Health operates in the healthcare sector, providing health information technology solutions.