Exhibit 2.1 Execution Version AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among Accolade, Inc., Transcarent, Inc. and Acorn Merger Sub, Inc. Dated as of January 8, 2025 TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) Page | ARTICLE I THE MERGER | 1 | | --- | --- | | Section 1.1 Merger of Merger Sub into the Company | 1 | | Section 1.2 Effect of the Merger | 1 | | Section 1.3 Closing; Effective Time. | 2 | | Section 1.4 Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws; Directors and Officers | 2 | | Section 1.5 Conversion of Shares. | 2 | | S ...