ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Privia Health Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:PRVA) announced that Edward C. Fargis has been named Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, effective today. Mr. Fargis will serve as the Company's chief legal officer, working with Privia executive leadership to support the Company's long-term direction and growth.
"Ed is a proven leader who brings an invaluable healthcare industry perspective as well as extensive experience managing corporate governance, compliance and strategic transactions," said Parth Mehrotra, CEO, Privia Health. "As Privia continues to grow and our industry evolves, we are fortunate to have Ed joining us in this key leadership role."
Mr. Fargis succeeds Thomas Bartrum, who plans to depart after serving as Privia's general counsel since 2015. "Thomas has been an integral part of Privia's growth and success over the past ten years, and we wish him and his family much success and happiness in the future," Mehrotra added. Mr. Bartrum will stay with the Company through May 31, 2024, to ensure a smooth transition.
Mr. Fargis commented, "I am pleased to be joining Privia at such an exciting time for the Company. I look forward to being part of this leadership team, focused on executing a well-established and profitable growth strategy that delivers value to physicians and other ...