On October 11, 2021, Healthcare Trust of America, Inc. issued a statement in response to a letter issued by Elliott Investment Management. In the letter, the Company stated that its Board of Directors and management team are committed to acting in the best interest of the Company and its shareholders. The Company added that after it was first contacted by Elliott Investment, members of the Company's management team and Board held several discussions with representatives of Elliott Investment to better understand their views, and those views were immediately shared with the full Company?s Board. The Company also stated that consistent with its fiduciary duties and commitment to value creation, the Company's Board regularly reviews its strategic plan, priorities, and opportunities to enhance shareholder value. The Company stated that it is open minded and committed to delivering superior returns for all the Company shareholders.