Ethema Health Corporation has appointed James M. Poage as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective March 30, 2026. Poage brings over 35 years of experience in corporate accounting, finance, SEC reporting, risk management, and business acquisitions to the behavioral healthcare company.
Poage's extensive background includes advising corporations across multiple industries including agriculture, entertainment, real estate, oil & gas, and mining. His expertise spans financial reporting, operational accounting, cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and implementing revenue accounting systems with internal controls. He has represented both buyers and sellers in due diligence reviews, identifying opportunities to increase profitability and enterprise value.
Company CEO Shawn Leon stated that Poage's expertise will be invaluable in assisting with SEC filings and more timely disclosure, areas where the company has struggled in the past. Leon also noted that Poage will help with restructuring some operations and making the path to new acquisitions and raising capital easier.
This appointment is significant for Ethema Health Corporation, which operates in the behavioral healthcare space specifically in treating substance use disorders. The company has developed a unique style of treatment over the last decade with success in in-patient treatment for adults. For more information about the company's programs, visit https://www.ethemahealth.com.
The addition of a CFO with Poage's credentials signals Ethema's commitment to strengthening its financial operations and compliance framework. His experience with complex acquisition transactions and restructuring could facilitate the company's growth strategy in the competitive behavioral healthcare market. The move may also improve investor confidence through enhanced financial transparency and reporting practices.
Poage previously served as CFO and Acquisition Project Manager with several publicly traded oil & gas companies through his own consulting firm. His career began at a "Big Four" accounting firm, and he holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Colorado. The original release can be viewed at https://www.newmediawire.com.
