Alignment Healthcare names founder John Kao as board chairman

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Alignment Healthcare Strengthens Leadership Team to Support Long-Term Growth and Shareholder Value Creation

May 12, 2026 4:30 PM EDT

Founder and CEO John Kao Assumes Additional Role as Chairman of the Board

ORANGE, Calif., May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alignment Healthcare, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALHC) today announced leadership updates that further strengthen the organization as the company continues to scale for long-term growth.

Founder and CEO John Kao has been named Chairman of the Board, in addition to his role as CEO. Kao will continue to lead the company day to day as CEO, maintaining continuity of strategy and execution.

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