American Addiction Centers Names Stephen Ebbett Chief Digital & Marketing Officer

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Sept. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- AAC Holdings, Inc.  (NYSE: AAC) has announced the hiring of Stephen Ebbett as its Chief Digital & Marketing Officer, reporting to Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Michael Cartwright.

Ebbett will lead American Addiction Centers' outreach to those seeking recovery from alcoholism, addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. As part of his duties, Ebbett will oversee operation of AAC's Recovery Brands websites that provide news, information and discussion forums for the recovery community.

"Today's announcement is a continuation of AAC's efforts to develop industry-leading ways to connect with those who've found the courage to seek help," Cartwright said. "Stephen's wealth of experience in engaging consumers through digital channels makes him a great fit, as increasingly, the path to recovery starts online."  

Prior to joining AAC, Ebbett served as Chief Digital Officer of Assurant, an international, consumer-oriented provider of housing and lifestyle protection products. He has a wealth of experience in collaborating with companies across the digital spectrum, including leading search engines and clients in the retail, insurance, telecommunications and banking industries.

"Searching for help with addiction requires courage, and finding help should be as seamless as possible, especially in a digital landscape that is always evolving and can be confusing for individuals," Cartwright said. "Under Stephen's leadership, we'll continue to explore ways to help those who are seeking freedom from addiction and to honor their willingness to change. And we'll do this in a way that, hopefully, elevates the addiction treatment industry as a whole."

About American Addiction Centers

American Addiction Centers is a leading provider of inpatient and outpatient substance abuse treatment services. We treat clients who are struggling with drug addiction, alcohol addiction and co-occurring mental/behavioral health issues. We currently operate substance abuse treatment facilities located throughout the United States. These facilities are focused on delivering effective clinical care and treatment solutions. For more information, please find us at AmericanAddictionCenters.org or follow us on Twitter.

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SOURCE American Addiction Centers

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