Performant Financial Corporation announced that effective May 5, Simeon Kohl has been promoted to the position of Chief Executive Officer and a member of Performant's Board of Directors. Lisa Im, the Company's previous CEO, will continue in her role as Board Chair. Since joining the company in 2012, Mr. Kohl has played a pivotal role in designing and executing Performant's healthcare strategy.

He has served in several capacities including as the General Manager of healthcare operations prior to his appointment to President of Performant in March of last year. As President, Mr. Kohl oversaw the company's successful transition into a healthcare pure play company. Now that this transformation is complete, Mr. Kohl is the obvious choice to lead the company into the next stage of growth in the coming years.

Lastly, after a successful career of over 40 years, Hal Leach will be leaving Performant in his current position as Chief Compliance Officer. Mr. Leach has filled a number of roles with the Company during his tenure with Performant, including Chief Operating Officer.