Novant Health President and CEO to retire after nearly 30 years

NORTH CAROLINA (WECT) - Novant Health’s president and CEO, Carl S. Armato, will be retiring after nearly three decades with the company.

Armato joined Novant Health as vice president of finance and operations for its physician divisions in Charlotte and Winston-Salem in 1998. He served in various leadership roles before he was appointed president and CEO of Novant Health in 2012.

During his time with the company, Armato helped Novant Health grow from a group of regional providers into a unified health system serving more patients across the Carolinas.

“Carl’s leadership has left an enduring mark on Novant Health and the communities we serve. Throughout his tenure, he has kept patients, team members and our purpose of creating a healthier future at the center of every decision, while challenging the organization to find new and better ways to improve health,” said Christine Katziff, chair of the Novant Health Board of Trustees. “His commitment to remarkable care, innovation and developing strong leaders has helped shape who Novant Health is today and established a foundation that will benefit patients and communities for generations to come. The board is deeply grateful for Carl’s 30 years of service and his extraordinary leadership as president and chief executive officer.”

Armato’s retirement is effective Dec. 31, according to the company.

Current executive vice president and chief operating officer, John H. Gizdic, will take over as Novant Health’s president and interim chief executive officer starting Jan. 1.

“I am deeply honored to serve as president and interim chief executive officer of Novant Health,” said Gizdic. “This organization has built an extraordinary foundation of clinical excellence, compassionate care and disciplined growth. I look forward to building on that foundation and working alongside our talented physicians, nurses and team members to continue advancing Our Cause and creating a healthier future for the communities we serve.”