VONA Expands Leadership with Joe McCullough as President
Portfolio - People | Dec 09, 2024 | NMS Capital

VONA Case Management, a leader in the medical case management sector located in Daphne, Alabama, has made the strategic appointment of industry veteran Joe McCullough as its new President. McCullough is poised to lead VONA into its next growth phase, bringing decades of expertise in the workers compensation domain from roles at One Call, MSC Care Management, and ZoneCareUSA. His predecessor, Ryan Shirley, who founded VONA, will remain integrally involved as Founder and Executive Chairman. Under McCullough's leadership, the focus will be on maintaining VONA's strong reputation for compassionate service in the workers compensation and auto no-fault markets while empowering its talented workforce. VONA, a portfolio company of private equity firm NMS Capital, highlights its cultural commitment and the strategic role of its case managers in navigating the complexities of insurance and providing holistic solutions to stakeholders. NMS Capital has a robust history in the Business Services and Healthcare Services sectors, aiming to foster growth in scalable markets through strategic partnerships and operational enhancements.
Sectors
- Healthcare Services
- Business Services
Geography
- United States – VONA Case Management is based in Daphne, Alabama, United States, and serves the broader US market in the workers compensation and auto no-fault sectors.
Industry
- Healthcare Services – VONA Case Management operates within the healthcare services sector by providing medical case management services. This includes navigating complex compensation processes for workers and patients.
- Business Services – NMS Capital's investment strategy focuses on the Business Services industry, aiming to enhance operational efficiencies and support growth directly for companies like VONA.
Financials
- $1.5 billion – NMS Capital manages assets exceeding $1.5 billion, reflecting its significant investment capability in targeted industries.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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VONA Case Management | Target Company | Company | A leading provider of medical case management services focusing on workers compensation and auto no-fault markets. |
NMS Capital | Investment Firm | Company | A private equity firm with investments in the Business Services and Healthcare Services industries, managing assets over $1.5 billion. |
Joe McCullough | President | Person | Newly appointed President of VONA Case Management with extensive experience in the workers compensation industry. |
Ryan Shirley | Executive Chairman | Person | Founder of VONA Case Management, now serving as Executive Chairman while remaining active in the organization. |