Sabra Health Care REIT, Inc. (“Sabra”) (Nasdaq: SBRA) has announced the appointment of Ann Kono to its Board of Directors in 2020, a significant addition to the leadership team.
Ms. Kono is currently the Chief Executive Officer of Leda Advisory Group, a management consulting firm she established in January 2019. Leda Advisory Group specializes in partnering with startup companies to provide guidance on growth strategies and scalability. Before founding Leda, Ms. Kono spent 11 years at Ares Management Corporation, where she held the position of Chief Information and Risk Officer, overseeing Operational, Investment, and Enterprise Risks. In addition to her role at Leda, Ms. Kono has been serving on the Board of Directors of Stable Road Acquisition Company since 2019.
With a wealth of experience spanning over two decades in the finance industry, Ms. Kono has garnered expertise in operational scale and digital transformation. She is widely recognized for her contributions and serves as the Diversity and Inclusion Committee Chair for CFA Society of Los Angeles. Ms. Kono is frequently invited to speak on industry panels, sharing insights on topics such as early-stage growth, technology innovation, and female leadership.
Educationally accomplished, Ms. Kono holds an MBA from the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business and a BS in Finance from Boston University. She is also actively engaged in community service, volunteering as a board and committee member of Junior Achievement of Southern California. This nonprofit organization is dedicated to empowering students with knowledge about entrepreneurship and financial literacy.
Rick Matros, CEO and Chairman of Sabra, expressed his confidence in Ms. Kono’s appointment, acknowledging her unique skill set and leadership experience in data analytics and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) matters. Recognizing the importance of cultural alignment and chemistry within Sabra, Mr. Matros emphasized that Ms. Kono’s addition to the Board would complement and enhance the existing team. The company eagerly anticipates her valuable contributions.
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