NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 19, 2026 – HealthTrust Performance Group™ (HealthTrust), a leading healthcare performance improvement organization, proudly recognized five outstanding employees with its CEO Core Value Awards, which honor colleagues who exemplify the organization’s core values through exceptional performance and peer-nominated excellence.
Presented annually by HealthTrust President and CEO, Ed Jones, the CEO Core Value Awards represent the highest level of employee recognition for exemplary contributions to HealthTrust’s mission and members.
“At HealthTrust, recognition is a fundamental part of our culture and something we prioritize every day,” said Ed Jones, President and CEO of HealthTrust. “The CEO Core Value Awards honor the individuals who bring our values to life in meaningful ways. Their commitment to our membership and to one another is what truly sets them apart and defines the strength of our organization.”
2025 CEO Core Value Award Recipients
- Accountability: Rick Parrish, Assistant Vice President, Sourcing and Clinical Solutions
- Adaptability: Eddie Day, Manager of Capital Equipment Services
- Courage: Grant Teague, Director of Pharmacy Implementation
- Innovation: Lisa Garman, Vice President of Marketing & Communications
- Trust: Missy Pennington, Vice President of Clinical Operations, Supply Chain
Celebrating Excellence
HealthTrust’s commitment to recognizing and investing in its people is a cornerstone of its culture. This dedication has earned the organization a Top Workplaces distinction by The Tennessean for four consecutive years, underscoring HealthTrust’s focus on engagement, collaboration and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive.
“I personally want to thank these colleagues for living our Core Values every day,” Jones added. “Their leadership strengthens our culture, advances our mission and makes HealthTrust a truly exceptional place to work.”
To learn more about career opportunities and what makes HealthTrust a Top Workplace, visit https://topworkplaces.com/company/healthtrust/.
