CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) has appointed Daniel Quirk, M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A. as Chief Medical Officer and Head of Medical Affairs, effective October 28, 2024. Dr. Quirk will report to Priya Singhal, M.D., M.P.H., Head of Development at Biogen. “At Biogen, scientific and medical leadership is the foundation for everything we do, and this is why we believe Dan will be a perfect fit to lead...Read more
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 23andMe Holding Co. (Nasdaq: ME) (the “Company” or “23andMe”), a leading human genetics and preventive health company, today announced the appointments of Andre Fernandez, Jim Frankola, and Mark Jensen, three accomplished and experienced executives, as independent members of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective on October 28, 2024. Each of Mr. Fernandez, Mr....Read more
SAN DIEGO, Oct. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Skye Bioscience, Inc. (Nasdaq: SKYE) (“Skye”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on unlocking new therapeutic pathways for metabolic health, today announced the Board has appointed independent director Paul Grayson as Skye’s new Chairman of the Board, effective October 25, 2024. Mr. Grayson currently serves as a member of Skye’s Audit, Compensation and Nominating and Corporate...Read more
IQVIA CFO brings 39 years of healthcare and finance expertise to GoodRx SANTA MONICA, Calif. / Oct 28, 2024 / Business Wire / GoodRx Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: GDRX) ("we," "us," "our," “GoodRx” or the “Company”), the leading prescription savings platform in the U.S., today announced the election of Ronald E. Bruehlman to its Board of Directors, effective November 8, 2024. Mr. Bruehlman brings to GoodRx 39 years of finance experience in...Read more
Key hire will drive the Company’s market development and therapy adoption initiatives NEW PRAGUE, Minn. / Oct 28, 2024 / Business Wire / Electromed, Inc. (“Electromed”) (NYSE American: ELMD), a leader in innovative airway clearance technologies, today announced the appointment of Peter Horwich as Vice President, Marketing. Mr. Horwich, an accomplished marketing veteran, brings over 20 years of experience in driving commercial growth...Read more
Pierre S. Sayad, PhD, M.S., Appointed Chief Medical Officer Terry Evans Appointed Chief Commercial Officer Christiana Cioffi, MBA, Appointed Chief Strategy Officer RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., Oct. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: FENC; TSX: FRX), a commercial stage specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that it has strengthened its executive leadership team with the...Read more
Concurrently, the Company accepted the resignations of Dr. Colin Goddard and Mr. Joacim Borg NEW YORK / Oct 28, 2024 / Business Wire / OS Therapies (NYSE-A: OSTX) (“OS Therapies” or “the Company”), a clinical-stage immunotherapy and Antibody Drug Conjugate biopharmaceutical company, today announced the appointments of Avril McKean Dieser, MA, JD and Olivier R. Jarry, MS, MBA as independent members of the Company’s Board of Directors....Read more
PLANO, Texas, Oct. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Integer Holdings Corporation (NYSE: ITGR), a leading medical device contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), today announced that Payman Khales will assume the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer during the first quarter of 2025. Andrew Senn will take Mr. Khales’ place as the President, Cardio & Vascular at the same time. Mr. Khales joined the Company in...Read more
PALO ALTO, Calif. / Oct 24, 2024 / Business Wire / Guardant Health, Inc. (Nasdaq: GH), a pioneer in precision oncology, today announced the appointment of Roberto A. Mignone to its board of directors, effective immediately. Mr. Mignone is the Founder and Managing Partner of Bridger Management LLC, an investment management firm founded in 2000 and specializing in long-term equity strategies. “We are fortunate to welcome Roberto Mignone to...Read more
LOUISVILLE, Ky. / Oct 23, 2024 / Business Wire / Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) announced today that Gordon Smith has been elected as a member of the Company’s Board of Directors. Smith serves as an Operating Advisor of Clayton, Dubilier & Rice LLC (CD&R) Funds, a leading private investment firm. He was previously Co-President and Co-Chief Operating Officer of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPMorgan), where he was a member of the firm’s...Read more
WATERTOWN, Mass., Oct. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Disc Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:IRON), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel treatments for patients suffering from serious hematologic diseases, today announced the appointment of Rahul Rajan Kaushik, Ph.D. as the company’s Chief Technical Officer. Dr. Kaushik is an experienced biotech executive with...Read more
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif., Oct. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ensign Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: ENSG or the “Company”), the parent company of the Ensign™ group of companies, which invest in and provide skilled nursing and senior living services, physical, occupational and speech therapies, other rehabilitative and healthcare services, and real estate, announced today that the Board of Directors (the “Board”) appointed Mark...Read more
New Director Brings Deep Financial and Operational Expertise MOBILE, Ala. / Oct 21, 2024 / Business Wire / TruBridge, Inc. (“TruBridge” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:TBRG), a healthcare solutions company, today announced the election of Amy O’Keefe to its Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective October 18, 2024. O’Keefe currently serves as Chief Financial Officer of Avaya, a contact center and communications solutions provider backed...Read more
Roger Farah Named Executive Chairman of the Board Company provides preliminary guidance for third quarter 2024 GAAP diluted Earnings per Share (EPS) of $0.03 to $0.08 and Adjusted EPS of $1.05 to $1.10 WOONSOCKET, R.I., Oct. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today announced that David Joyner was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, effective October 17, replacing Karen Lynch, who stepped down from her...Read more
Mr. Scannell and Ms. Lane will Add Valuable Medical Technology, Finance and Corporate Governance Experience to Expanded Eight-Member Board IRVINE, Calif. / Oct 18, 2024 / Business Wire / Masimo Corporation (Nasdaq: MASI), a leading global medical innovator, today announced the appointments of Timothy J. Scannell and Wendy E. Lane to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective immediately. Following these appointments, the...Read more
Hires Gary Delanois, Seasoned Radiation Oncology Services Executive, as Chief Operating Officer Promotes Ranjit Pradhan to Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Shared Hospital Services (NYSE American: AMS) (the "Company"), a leading provider of turnkey technology solutions for stereotactic radiosurgery and advanced radiation therapy cancer treatment systems and...Read more
DENVER, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DaVita, a leading provider of kidney care services, today announced Jessica (Jess) Hergenreter as its new chief people officer (CPO). In this position, Hergenreter will oversee DaVita's People Services team, leading initiatives to engage and uplift DaVita's more than 70,000 teammates (employees) worldwide. Earlier this year, DaVita was named as a Top Workplace by USA Today and one of...Read more
PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa. / Oct 17, 2024 / Business Wire / AdaptHealth Corp. (NASDAQ: AHCO) (“AdaptHealth” or the “Company”), a national leader in providing patient-centered, healthcare-at-home solutions including home medical equipment, medical supplies, and related services, today announced the appointment of Diana Nole to the Board of Directors, effective October 16, 2024. “We are thrilled to welcome Diana to the AdaptHealth Board of...Read more
Industry leader brings extensive experience in developing go-to-market strategies for breakthrough products and delivering growth Founder and current CEO Branislav Vajdic named President to focus on advancing the Company’s groundbreaking vector-based technology for heart health, including AI applications SANTA CLARA, Calif. / Oct 17, 2024 / Business Wire / HeartBeam, Inc. (NASDAQ: BEAT), a medical technology company focused on...Read more
NEW YORK / Oct 15, 2024 / Business Wire / Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) today announced the election of Mortimer (“Tim”) J. Buckley to its Board of Directors, effective immediately, following a lengthy and comprehensive search that began in May 2024. Mr. Buckley, age 55, was also appointed to and will join the Governance and Sustainability Committee and the Audit Committee of Pfizer’s Board. Following the appointment of Mr. Buckley, the Board...Read more
Mahaney Brings More Than 25 Years of Pharmaceutical and Biotech Experience Overseeing Drug Discovery and Expansion of Leading Discovery and Clinical Portfolios Fisher Will Serve as Senior Scientific Advisor Until December 31, 2024 WATERTOWN, Mass., Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- C4 Therapeutics, Inc. (C4T) (Nasdaq: CCCC), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing targeted protein degradation science, today...Read more
Seasoned Franchise Executive to also Join the Company’s Board of Directors SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Joint Corp. (NASDAQ: JYNT) (“The Joint or “the Company”), the nation’s largest franchisor of chiropractic care through The Joint Chiropractic® network, welcomes Sanjiv Razdan as its President and Chief Executive Officer effective today. Razdan will also serve as a member of the company’s Board of...Read more
Jonathan Dickinson joins Innate on November 1 and brings broad experience from leadership roles in biotech and big pharma Current interim CEO and co-founder Hervé Brailly will support the transition MARSEILLE, France / Oct 14, 2024 / Business Wire / Regulatory News: Innate Pharma SA (Euronext Paris: IPH; Nasdaq: IPHA) (“Innate” or the “Company”) today announced that its supervisory Board has appointed Jonathan Dickinson as the...Read more
Experienced leadership team positions company to advance Cell Pouch™ bio-hybrid organ programs. LONDON, Ontario; BOSTON, Massachusetts – TheNewswire – October 11, 2024 – Sernova Corp. (TSX: SVA) (OTCQB: SEOVF) (FSE/XETRA: PSH), a leading regenerative medicine company currently executing a phase 1/2 clinical study with its’ Cell Pouch™ bio-hybrid organ in type 1 diabetes is pleased to announce key new appointments to its executive...Read more
Jonathan Siegrist appointed as EVP of R&D and CTO SAN DIEGO / Oct 09, 2024 / Business Wire / QuidelOrtho Corporation (Nasdaq: QDEL), a global leader in innovative diagnostic solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Siegrist, PhD, as its new Executive Vice President of Research and Development (R&D) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective as of October 7, 2024. Siegrist brings a wealth of industry...Read more
Organon Canada's operations are led by a diverse and highly capable team of equally represented men and women, offering a combination of relevant skills and experience, with a mission to deliver impactful medicines and solutions for a healthier every day for everyone, with a focus on women's health. KIRKLAND, QC, Oct. 8, 2024 /CNW/ - Organon Canada, a subsidiary of Organon (NYSE: OGN), a global healthcare company with a focus on...Read more
LONDON / Oct 08, 2024 / Business Wire / LivaNova PLC (Nasdaq: LIVN), a market-leading medical technology company, announced its Board of Directors has appointed Susan Podlogar to the Board, effective today. Podlogar will serve on the Compensation and Human Capital Management Committee for the Board. “LivaNova’s Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Susan Podlogar,” said William Kozy, Chair of the Board. “Susan is a visionary leader with...Read more
Stenta will lead B2B commercial growth strategy as the company strengthens its role as the first choice for community pharmacy and health services in the U.S. DEERFIELD, Ill. / Oct 07, 2024 / Business Wire / Walgreens, an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader serving millions of customers and patients every day, today announced the appointment of Jason Stenta as SVP and chief commercial officer. In this new role, Stenta...Read more
Curren Katz Named Senior Vice President, Chief Data Science Officer Tara O’Neil Promoted to General Counsel; Scott Mays Promoted to SVP, Legal and Deputy General Counsel NEW YORK / Oct 03, 2024 / Business Wire / MultiPlan Corporation (“MultiPlan” or the “Company”) (NYSE: MPLN), a leading provider of data-driven cost management solutions that deliver transparency and promote fairness, quality and affordability to the U.S. healthcare...Read more
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Oct. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Iridex Corporation (Nasdaq: IRIX), a worldwide leader providing innovative and versatile laser-based medical systems, delivery devices, and procedure probes for the treatment of glaucoma and retinal diseases, today announced the appointment of Patrick Mercer as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and President effective October 1, 2024. Previously Mr. Mercer served as the...Read more
Hussain brings more than 35 years of commercial leadership and operating experience in healthcare, most recently serving as CEO of Vifor Pharma As former Global President of GSK, Pharmaceuticals and Vaccines, Hussain brings significant global vaccine commercialization experience in emerging and mature markets, along with significant Board of Directors expertise CAMBRIDGE, MA / ACCESSWIRE / October 2, 2024 / Moderna, Inc....Read more
TORONTO, ONTARIO, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- COSCIENS Biopharma Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCI) (TSX: CSCI) (“COSCIENS” or the “Company”), a specialty biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing a diversified portfolio of cosmeceutical, nutraceutical and pharmaceutical products, announced the appointment of Pierre Labbé to its board of directors and as Chair of the Company’s Audit Committee, effective today, to fill the vacancy...Read more
NEW HAVEN, Conn., Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trevi Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRVI), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing the investigational therapy Haduvio™ (oral nalbuphine ER) for the treatment of chronic cough in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and refractory chronic cough (RCC), today announced the appointment of James V. Cassella, Ph.D., as Chief Development Officer (CDO). "I am delighted to...Read more
Chad J. Swanson, Ph.D., appointed Chief Development Officer and will lead clinical development and medical functions Hideki Garren, MD, Ph.D., Chief Medical Officer, will pursue an opportunity at a large pharmaceutical company to lead a global product development division DUBLIN / Sep 27, 2024 / Business Wire / Prothena Corporation plc (NASDAQ:PRTA), a late-stage clinical biotechnology company with a robust pipeline of investigational...Read more
SAN MATEO, Calif. / Sep 26, 2024 / Business Wire / BeiGene, Ltd. (NASDAQ: BGNE; HKEX: 06160; SSE: 688235), a global oncology company, today announced the appointment of Shalini Sharp to its Board of Directors and as a member of the Board’s Audit Committee, effective September 27, 2024. “We are fortunate to welcome Shalini to the Board of Directors at this pivotal moment of growth,” said John V. Oyler, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of...Read more
Appoints Michelle Brennan as Interim CEO Following Joe Kiani’s Decision to Resign Continues to Be Committed to Review of Strategic Alternatives for Consumer Businesses, With Assistance From Leading Financial and Legal Advisors Reaffirms Financial Guidance for Third Quarter 2024 IRVINE, Calif. / Sep 25, 2024 / Business Wire / Today the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Masimo (Nasdaq: MASI) a leading global medical innovator,...Read more
The Company taps business and operations executive with expertise that spans healthcare and med tech to help scale pharmacy automation and drive multi-year innovation and excellence FORT WORTH, Texas / Sep 25, 2024 / Business Wire / Omnicell, Inc. (Nasdaq: OMCL) (“Omnicell” or the “Company”), a leader in transforming the pharmacy care delivery model, today announced that Nnamdi Njoku has been appointed Executive Vice President and...Read more
Ms. Owen Adams brings over 25 years of pharmaceutical industry experience including senior commercial leadership roles with Bristol Myers Squibb and Johnson & Johnson SAN DIEGO / Sep 23, 2024 / Business Wire / Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: ACAD) today announced that Catherine Owen Adams has succeeded Steve Davis as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and joined the Acadia Board of Directors. “We are excited to welcome Catherine...Read more
WESTON, Mass., Sept. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ModeX Therapeutics Inc., an OPKO Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: OPK) company, today announced the appointment of Giovanni Abbadessa, M.D., Ph.D. as Chief Medical Officer, a newly created position. Dr. Abbadessa has over two decades of experience in drug development, including most recently as Vice President at Sanofi, where he provided executive leadership for advancing oncology assets. “Dr....Read more
Experienced Life Sciences Executive Brings Strategic Expertise to Support Traws’ Further Transformation and Growth Director James J Marino Also to Step Down from Traws Board After a Decade of Service NEWTOWN, Pa., Sept. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Traws Pharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRAW) (“Traws” or “the Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing oral small molecule therapies for the treatment of respiratory viral...Read more
Dr. Comenzo was the senior author of the landmark Andromeda trial results published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2021, resulting in the first FDA-approved therapy for AL amyloidosis Dr. Comenzo was the lead author on the landmark 2012 publication of consensus guidelines, including response criteria, for conduct and reporting of clinical trials in AL Amyloidosis LOS ANGELES, CA, Sept. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --...Read more
Over 25 years of legal experience with leading healthcare organizations, including GW Pharmaceuticals, Actelion Pharmaceuticals, Eisai, GSK, and the U.S. FDA SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IDEAYA Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDYA), a precision medicine oncology company committed to the discovery and development of targeted therapeutics, today announced that Douglas B. Snyder, joined the company as...Read more
SAN DIEGO, Sept. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kura Oncology, Inc. (Nasdaq: KURA), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to realizing the promise of precision medicines for the treatment of cancer, today announced the appointment of Michael Vasconcelles, M.D., to its Board of Directors. Dr. Vasconcelles is an accomplished biopharmaceutical executive with more than 25 years of oncology drug development experience and industry...Read more
Vatroslav Mateljic's innovative approach and commitment to transforming the lives of patients will strengthen Takeda's leadership position in the Canadian biopharmaceutical sector TORONTO, Sept. 16, 2024 /CNW/ - Takeda Canada Inc. ("Takeda Canada") is pleased to announce the appointment of Vatroslav (Vatro) Mateljic as its new General Manager to lead the Canadian operations of Japan's largest pharmaceutical...Read more
Veteran biopharmaceutical executive from GSK and Eli Lilly brings more than 30 years of experience to Sarepta’s Board CAMBRIDGE, Mass. / Sep 16, 2024 / Business Wire / Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:SRPT), the leader in precision genetic medicine for rare diseases, today announced the appointment of Deirdre P. Connelly to its Board of Directors. Ms. Connelly is a well-regarded executive with more than 30 years of experience in the...Read more
Warner Biddle Appointed as Chief Executive Officer and to Board of Directors, Bringing Over 30 Years of Commercial, Product Planning and Franchise Leadership Experience, Including Successful Launches for CAR T Pioneer in Hematology Christi Shaw, Life Sciences Leader at Multiple Major Pharmaceutical and Biotech Companies and Across Therapeutic Areas, Appointed to Board of Directors Together Strengthen Leadership as Trailblazers of...Read more
DENVER, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DaVita, a leading provider of kidney care services, today announced that David Maughan will assume the role of chief operating officer. This appointment builds on Maughan's 18-year tenure at DaVita in a range of leadership roles. After a celebrated 11-year tenure as chief operating officer, Mike Staffieri will step into the role of chief operating officer emeritus. Both appointments are...Read more
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) Board of Directors (the “Board”) today announced the appointments of two new independent directors, Lloyd B. Minor, M.D., effective October 1, 2024, and Sir Menelas (Mene) Pangalos, Ph.D., effective January 1, 2025. Dr. Minor is currently the Dean of the Stanford University School of Medicine and Vice President for Medical Affairs at Stanford University,...Read more
Former Chief Business Leader of Philips’ multi-billion-dollar Precision Diagnosis division and member of Philips’ Executive Committee End-to-end responsibility for Philip’s CT, MR, dXR, Ultrasound and Diagnostic Informatics (radiology software) businesses Proven track record of building and managing radiology software solutions, including significant experience with AI development and commercialization LOS ANGELES, Sept. 12, 2024...Read more
CareDx Announces Addition of Operational and Commercial Expertise to Lead Key Strategic Initiatives Marica Grskovic Appointed Chief Strategy Officer to Lead Corporate Development BRISBANE, Calif. / Sep 12, 2024 / Business Wire / CareDx, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNA) – The Transplant Company™ focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and...Read more
CRANBURY, N.J. / Sep 10, 2024 / Business Wire / Rocket Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: RCKT), a fully integrated, late-stage biotechnology company advancing a sustainable pipeline of genetic therapies for rare disorders with high unmet need, today announced the appointment of Mikael Dolsten, M.D., Ph.D., as an independent director to its Board of Directors. Dr. Dolsten is an accomplished industry executive with extensive global...Read more
FDA-approved Gelclair® is company's third commercialized prescription product Susan Krizancic appointed to role of National Sales Director at Jaguar family company Napo Pharmaceuticals SAN FRANCISCO, CA / ACCESSWIRE / September 10, 2024 / Jaguar Health, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAGX) ("Jaguar") today announced that it has appointed biopharmaceutical industry veteran Susan Krizancic to the role of National Sales Director for Jaguar family...Read more
INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) today announced the appointment of Lucas Montarce as executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO) and member of the company's Executive Committee, effective immediately. Since joining Lilly in 2001, Montarce has held a range of finance leadership roles, including serving as group vice president, corporate controller and chief financial...Read more
Addition of Mr. Craig complements current board expertise with deep financial, broad operational and public company board experience DEERFIELD, Ill. / Sep 09, 2024 / Business Wire / Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), a global medtech leader, today announced it has appointed Jeffrey (Jay) A. Craig, former executive chair and chief executive officer (CEO) of Meritor Corporation, to its board of directors. Mr. Craig will serve on...Read more
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cassava Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: SAVA), a biotechnology company focused on Alzheimer’s disease, today announced it has concluded its search for a Chief Executive Officer and that its Board of Directors has named Richard (Rick) Barry as CEO. Mr. Barry has served as a director of Cassava since June 2021. On July 17 of this year, the Board appointed him Executive...Read more
BOSTON, Sept. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cue Biopharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: CUE), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a novel class of therapeutic biologics to selectively engage and modulate disease-specific T cells, today announced the appointment of industry veteran Lucinda Warren as chief business officer (CBO). With an extensive background and proven expertise in strategic transactions, portfolio optimization and...Read more
Daniel Geffken appointed Chief Financial Officer ad interim Mike Campbell appointed Chief Commercial Officer Three senior leaders appointed for Biometrics, Clinical Operations and Market Access MELBOURNE, Australia and PRINCETON, N.J., Sept. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Opthea Limited (ASX/NASDAQ: OPT, “Opthea”, the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical Company developing novel therapies to treat highly prevalent and...Read more
Outgoing CEO, Chris Bunka, to remain on as Chairman of the Board of Directors and Executive Strategic Advisor KELOWNA, BC / ACCESSWIRE / September 5, 2024 / Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ:LEXX) (NASDAQ:LEXXW) (the "Company" or "Lexaria"), a global innovator in drug delivery platforms announces that Chris Bunka, Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") of the Company, is stepping aside for the appointment of Richard Christopher as the new...Read more
Atkinson joins Perrigo from Haleon plc, where he previously served as Interim General Counsel DUBLIN, Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Perrigo Company plc (NYSE: PRGO), a leading global provider of Consumer Self-Care Products, today announced the appointment of Charles Atkinson as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary. He is a skilled lawyer with nearly 25 years of experience, mostly within the regulated consumer...Read more
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. / Sep 04, 2024 / Business Wire / Veracyte, Inc. (Nasdaq: VCYT), a leading cancer diagnostics company, today announced the appointment of Brent Shafer and Tom Miller, Ph.D., to its board of directors, effective immediately. “We are thrilled to welcome Brent and Tom to our board,” said Marc Stapley, Veracyte’s chief executive officer. “They are both seasoned business leaders with extensive healthcare industry...Read more
Succeeds Dr. Stephen Schwartz Following 14-Year Tenure BURLINGTON, Mass., Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Azenta, Inc. (Nasdaq: AZTA) ("Azenta" or "the Company"), today announced that John P. Marotta will join the Company as President and CEO effective September 9, 2024, succeeding Dr. Stephen Schwartz, who is retiring following a distinguished tenure. Dr. Schwartz will remain as an advisor to Azenta to ensure a smooth and successful...Read more
Building Team to Prepare for Commercialization as Company Pursues Expedited Approval Pathways for DM1 and DMD Clinical Programs WALTHAM, Mass., Sept. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dyne Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: DYN), a clinical-stage muscle disease company focused on advancing innovative life-transforming therapeutics for people living with genetically driven diseases, today announced key leadership appointments to drive its...Read more
DUBLIN, Ireland, Sept. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GH Research PLC (Nasdaq: GHRS), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the treatment of psychiatric and neurological disorders, today announced the promotion of Dr. Velichka “Villy” Valcheva, MD, MSc. to Chief Executive Officer of the Company. Dr. Valcheva succeeds PD Dr. med. Theis Terwey, co-founder of GH Research. Dr. Valcheva has more than 20 years of...Read more
WATERTOWN, Mass., Sept. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- C4 Therapeutics, Inc. (C4T) (Nasdaq: CCCC), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing targeted protein degradation science, today announced the continued evolution of its Board of Directors with the appointment of Stephen (Steve) Fawell, Ph.D. as a director. With this appointment, Malcolm Salter has decided to retire from the Board of Directors after nearly a...Read more
MANNHEIM, Germany, Sept. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affimed N.V. (Nasdaq: AFMD) (“Affimed” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company committed to giving patients back their innate ability to fight cancer, announced today that Shawn M. Leland, PharmD, RPh has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dr. Andreas Harstrick, who has been serving as acting CEO since January 2024 will continue in his position as...Read more
DUBLIN, Ireland, Sept. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trinity Biotech plc (Nasdaq: TRIB), a commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on human diagnostics and diabetes management solutions, including wearable biosensors, today announced the appointment of Adrian Donohue as Chief Commercial Officer. Mr. Donohue brings more than 25 years of experience in the sales and marketing of healthcare products. John Gillard, President and...Read more
Dr. Scholl is a globally recognized leader in the field of ophthalmology and the coordinating principal investigator of the largest ever natural history study of Stargardt disease SAN DIEGO, Sept. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Belite Bio, Inc (NASDAQ: BLTE) (“Belite Bio” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical drug development company focused on advancing novel therapeutics targeting degenerative retinal diseases that...Read more
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 30, 2024) - Defence Therapeutics Inc. (CSE: DTC) (OTCQB: DTCFF) (FSE: DTC) ("Defence" or the "Company"), announces that Kwin Grauer has been appointed interim Chief Executive Officer replacing Sébastien Plouffe as President and Chief Executive Officer. This change comes as the Company moves from the preclinical stage toward a clinical stage. Mr. Grauer joined the Board of Directors of...Read more
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Korro Bio, Inc. (Korro) (Nasdaq: KRRO), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing a new class of genetic medicines based on editing RNA for both rare and highly prevalent diseases, today announced that the Board of Directors has appointed Katharine Knobil, M.D. as an Independent Director, effective immediately. Korro also announced that David Lucchino has stepped down from the...Read more
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Structure Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: GPCR), a clinical-stage global biopharmaceutical company developing novel oral small molecule therapeutics for metabolic and pulmonary diseases, today announced the appointment of Angus C. Russell to its board of directors. Mr. Russell previously served as Chief Executive Officer of Shire plc and brings more than 30 years of experience in building and...Read more
Holliston, MA, Aug. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Harvard Apparatus Regenerative Technology, Inc. (OTCQB: HRGN) (“Harvard Apparatus Regenerative Technology” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing the technology to regenerate organs inside the body to treat severe diseases, today announced the appointment of Mao Zhang as an independent director to its Board of Directors, adding strength in the areas of business...Read more
PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa. / Aug 26, 2024 / Business Wire / AdaptHealth Corp. (NASDAQ: AHCO) (“AdaptHealth” or the “Company”), a national leader in providing patient-centered, healthcare-at-home solutions including home medical equipment, medical supplies, and related services, announced today that Scott Barnhart has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer, effective September 23, 2024. Mr. Barnhart has more than 30 years of leadership...Read more
SEATTLE, Aug. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sana Biotechnology, Inc. (NASDAQ: SANA), a company focused on changing the possible for patients through engineered cells, today announced the appointment of Dhaval Patel, M.D., Ph.D., as Executive Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer. “We are thrilled to welcome Dhaval to Sana’s senior leadership team and look forward to partnering with him to build the company, maximize the value of our...Read more
Richard Stewart reassumes role of Chief Executive Officer Thomas King appointed Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors SEATTLE and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Achieve Life Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACHV), a late-stage pharmaceutical company dedicated to the global development and commercialization of cytisinicline for smoking cessation and nicotine dependence, today announced that Mr. Richard...Read more
Thomas Bock, MD resigns as CEO; Joseph Wagner, PhD, CSO, appointed interim CEO Company affirms plan to initiate volasertib Phase 2 program in the coming months FOSTER CITY, Calif., Aug. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Notable Labs, Ltd. (Nasdaq: NTBL) (“Notable”, “Notable Labs” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage precision oncology company developing new cancer therapies identified by its Predictive Medicine Platform (PMP), announced...Read more
Brett Kaplan, M.D. appointed Chief Operating Officer Nishi Rampal, M.D. appointed Senior Vice President, Clinical Development SEATTLE and CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom, Aug. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Eliem Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ELYM), announced today the appointments of Brett Kaplan, M.D., as Chief Operating Officer, and Nishi Rampal, M.D., as Senior Vice President, Clinical Development. “I am delighted to announce the...Read more
FRANKLIN, Tenn., Aug. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clover Health Investments, Corp. (NASDAQ: CLOV) (“Clover,” “Clover Health” or the “Company”), a physician enablement technology company committed to bringing access to great healthcare to everyone on Medicare, today announced it has appointed Thomas L. Tran to the Company’s Board of Directors (the "Board"), and as a member of the Audit Committee. “Tom Tran’s appointment to our Board...Read more
Strategic healthcare leader brings more than 30 years of global experience to PureTech’s Board following notable positions with Cardinal Health, Teva Pharmaceuticals and McKinsey & Company BOSTON / Aug 22, 2024 / Business Wire / PureTech Health plc (Nasdaq: PRTC, LSE: PRTC) ("PureTech" or the "Company"), a clinical-stage biotherapeutics company dedicated to changing the lives of patients with devastating diseases, today announced...Read more
Ms. Pratt, a seasoned mental health counselor with extensive academic and practical experience, will enhance the Company's Complete Care and Therapy services SALT LAKE CITY, UT / ACCESSWIRE / August 22, 2024 / KindlyMD, Inc. ("KindlyMD" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:KDLY), a patient-first healthcare and healthcare data company uniquely integrating traditional primary care and pain management strategies with integrated behavioral and...Read more
Greg Friberg, M.D., Appointed EVP, Chief Research & Development Officer as Hank Fuchs, M.D., Will Retire After 15 Years at Company James Sabry, M.D., Ph.D., Appointed EVP, Chief Business Officer SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Aug. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (Nasdaq: BMRN) today announced the appointments of Greg Friberg, M.D., as Executive Vice President, Chief Research & Development Officer,...Read more
HERCULES, Calif. / Aug 20, 2024 / Business Wire / Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: BIO and BIO.B), a global leader in life science research and clinical diagnostics products, today announced that Jon DiVincenzo will join the company as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective September 9, 2024, replacing Andy Last, who is retiring. Mr. DiVincenzo joins Bio-Rad from Labcorp Holdings Inc., a global provider of comprehensive...Read more
NORWOOD, Mass., Aug. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Corbus Pharmaceuticals Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRBP) (“Corbus” or the “Company”), today announced the appointment of Winston Kung to its Board of Directors. The appointment was effective as of August 16, 2024. Mr. Kung will also chair the Audit Committee. “With this track record of success in both the pharma industry and on Wall Street, Winston has earned a well-deserved reputation for...Read more
Dr. Howard Berman, the founder of Coya, will transition to Executive Chair of the Board effective November 1st, 2024 Dr. Arun Swaminathan is appointed to the Board of Directors effective immediately HOUSTON / Aug 19, 2024 / Business Wire / Coya Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: COYA) (“Coya” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing biologics intended to enhance regulatory T cell (Treg) function, today announced...Read more
NEW YORK, Aug. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tiziana Life Sciences, Ltd. (Nasdaq: TLSA) (“Tiziana” or the “Company”), a biotechnology company developing breakthrough immunomodulation therapies with its lead development candidate, intranasal foralumab, a fully human, anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody, today announced the appointment of Ivor Elrifi as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately. "We are delighted to welcome Ivor...Read more
Names Tracey Koller as Chief Merchandising Officer and Sharmila Sudhakar as Group Vice President and Head of Digital Commerce DEERFIELD, Ill. / Aug 16, 2024 / Business Wire / Walgreens, the leading independent retail pharmacy and healthcare provider, today announced two key leadership appointments: Tracey Koller, senior vice president and chief merchandising officer, and Sharmila Sudhakar, group vice president and head of Walgreens...Read more
DelOrefice is the Chief Financial Officer at BD, one of the largest global MedTech companies in the world Board appointment brings over 30 years of strategic and operational finance expertise SAN DIEGO, Aug. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ResMed (NYSE: RMD, ASX: RMD) today announced it has expanded the size of its board of directors to 11 and has elected Christopher DelOrefice to the board, effective immediately. Mr. DelOrefice was...Read more
ST. LOUIS, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) ("the Company") announced today that it has appointed Thomas R. Greco to the Centene Board of Directors, effective Aug. 9, 2024. Mr. Greco's term will run through the Company's 2025 annual meeting of stockholders. The appointment of Mr. Greco expands Centene's Board of Directors to 11 members. Mr. Greco is a seasoned operator and executive who brings more than...Read more
Ernest Mario, Ph.D. steps down as Chair for health reasons; Matthew Pauls, J.D., M.B.A. assumes role of Lead Independent Director Dawn Carter Bir, seasoned biotech executive with significant commercial and strategic expertise, joins the Board of Directors REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Aug. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Soleno Therapeutics, Inc. (“Soleno”) (NASDAQ: SLNO), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel...Read more
LEWISVILLE, Texas / Aug 15, 2024 / Business Wire / Orthofix Medical Inc. (NASDAQ:OFIX), a leading global spine and orthopedics company, today announced the appointment of Patrick Fisher as President of the Orthofix Global Orthopedics business. In this role, Fisher will serve on the company’s Executive Leadership team, reporting to Orthofix President and CEO Massimo Calafiore. Fisher joins Orthofix from Stryker Corporation, a global medical...Read more
TORONTO and HOUSTON, Aug. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medicenna Therapeutics Corp. (“Medicenna” or the “Company”) (TSX: MDNA, OTCQB: MDNAF), a clinical-stage immunotherapy company focused on the development of Superkines, announced today the appointment of Mr. Karim Lalji as a new addition to its Board of Directors effective as of August 14, 2024. “We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Mr. Karim Lalji as a new member to our...Read more
ClearPoint Neuro is a global therapy-enabling platform company providing stereotactic navigation and delivery to the brain. Applications of our ClearPoint Neuro Navigation System include electrode lead placement, placement of catheters, and biopsy. The platform has FDA clearance and is...
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