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Satellos Bioscience Inc., a publicly traded biotech company developing new small molecule therapeutic approaches to improve the treatment of muscle diseases and disorders, announced today the following updates: AAK1 is the drug target of the Company’s lead drug program in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (“Duchenne” or “DMD”); IND-enabling studies and GMP manufacturing are ongoing; SAT-3247 has been nominated as its lead ...

 Holmusk, a leading global behavioral health real-world evidence company, today announced that it has appointed Eze Abosi as Chief Growth Officer, leading the organization’s commercial team. Eze has nearly two decades of experience leading commercialization of data, analytics and consulting solutions supporting the life sciences and biopharma industries. He joins Holmusk after serving as the Vice President of New Products and Partnership ...

I2Pure announced the hiring of its new Chief Executive Officer, Jeffrey Jochims, effective November 1, 2023. Jeff succeeds I2Pure Founder Douglas Spitz, who is transitioning to the role of Executive Chair. Jochims also joins the I2Pure Board of Directors.

Pacira BioSciences, Inc., the industry leader in its commitment to non-opioid pain management and regenerative health solutions, today announced the appointments of Marcelo Bigal, MD, PhD, Abraham Ceesay, Michael Yang, and Alethia Young, to its Board of Directors effective immediately. “We are pleased to welcome these four highly seasoned executives to our Board of Directors, whose experience will enhance our ...

Aura Biosciences Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a novel class of virus-like drug conjugate (VDC) therapies for multiple oncology indications, today announced the appointment of Mark Plavsic, Ph.D., as Chief Technology Officer.

Ontada®, a McKesson business dedicated to leveraging oncology real-world data and evidence, clinical education, and provider technology, announced the appointment of Christine Davis as its new president. In this role, Davis will focus on growing the business and fostering innovation, all to improve the lives of patients and win the fight against cancer. With more than 25 years of experience in the ...

Tourmaline Bio, Inc., a late-stage clinical biotechnology company developing transformative medicines to dramatically improve the lives of patients with life-altering immune diseases, today announced the appointment of Gerhard Hagn, PharmD, to the newly created role of SVP, Head of Commercial and Business Development. In this role, Mr. Hagn will oversee commercial and business development strategy and planning.

Validic, a market-leading digital health and personalized care company, welcomed Jeff Cutler as chief commercial officer. In this role, Cutler will oversee Validic’s strategic approach to generating revenue across its portfolio of SaaS software solutions and services, owning its revenue model, go-to-market approach, and client experience leading sales, marketing, business development and client success.

Aeglea BioTherapeutics, Inc., a biotechnology company advancing a pipeline of antibody therapeutics with the potential to transform the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (“IBD”), today announced the appointment of Scott Burrows, as Chief Financial Officer and Heidy Abreu King-Jones as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary.

Confo Therapeutics, a leader in the discovery of medicines targeting G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs), today announced the appointment of Dieter Weinand as Independent Chairman of its Board of Directors. Mr. Weinand brings with him a wealth of experience with more than 35 years in the pharmaceutical industry and over 25 years as the leader of geographic and strategic business units ...

Apogee Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing differentiated biologics for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other inflammatory and immunology (I&I) indications, today announced the appointment of Mark C. McKenna as Chairman of its board of directors. Mr. McKenna’s knowledge and successful track record in the I&I space as well as his significant development, ...

Wellinks, the leading digital healthcare company offering virtual cardiopulmonary disease management for health plans and value-based care providers, today announced Stacie Bratcher as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Apogee Therapeutics, a biotechnology company advancing differentiated biologics for the treatment of atopic dermatitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and related inflammatory and immunology indications, today announced the appointments of Jennifer Fox and William “BJ” Jones, seasoned executives in the biotechnology industry, to its board of directors. Ms. Fox will also serve as chair of the company’s audit committee.

1859, an AI-based small molecule drug discovery company advancing next generation medicines, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sanket Agrawal as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective April 2023. As an experienced biopharma business leader, Agrawal joins 1859 to drive its next stage of growth and deliver on the company’s potential to rapidly discover superior molecules. The company has ...

Kronos Bio, Inc., a company dedicated to transforming the lives of those affected by cancer, today announced the appointment of Marc Besman Ph.D., as Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Quality Assurance. Dr. Besman will be responsible for developing, implementing, and advancing global regulatory strategies for Kronos Bio’s portfolio. He will also ensure that the Company upholds the highest ...

Affini-T Therapeutics, Inc., a precision immunotherapy company unlocking the power of T cells against oncogenic driver mutations, today announced the appointment of Thaminda Ramanayake as Chief Business Officer. Mr. Ramanayake is a business development and transactions specialist who has spent over a decade working to bring value to patients globally and has a strong track record in company creation, in/out-licensing, ...

AlloVir, a late-clinical stage allogeneic T cell immunotherapy company, today announced the appointment of Cintia Piccina, PharmD, MBA, as the company’s Chief Commercial Officer, effective June 12, 2023. Ms. Piccina will drive the global commercialization strategy for AlloVir, with a focus on its lead product, posoleucel, and be responsible for building a commercial team in anticipation of a 2025 launch.

Impel Pharmaceuticals, a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company with a mission to develop transformative therapies for people suffering from diseases with high unmet medical needs, today announced the appointment of Michael W. Kalb, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer, effective May 10, 2023.

Cognition Therapeutics, Inc., today announced the appointment of John Doyle to the role of Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Doyle has substantial experience leading and managing financial operations at development- and commercial-stage public life sciences companies through financings, mergers, acquisitions and licensing agreements.

Keros Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel treatments for patients suffering from hematological, pulmonary and cardiovascular disorders with high unmet medical need, today announced that it appointed Alpna Seth, Ph.D., to its Board of Directors, effective May 1, 2023.

Impel Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: IMPL), a commercial-stage pharmaceutical company developing transformative therapies for people suffering from diseases with high unmet medical needs, today announced the appointment of Darren Cline to the Board of Directors. 

Shyra Gardai, Ph.D., joins as Chief Scientific Officer

Swift Medical appoints health tech industry leader Brian Litten as new CEO

“We are pleased to welcome Tom Heyman to our Board of Directors, “ said Christopher J. Burns, President and Chief Executive Officer. “As a highly respected and seasoned executive and board member, Tom brings a diverse breadth of industry experience across multiple disciplines that will benefit Venatorx as we continue to progress our pipeline of novel anti-infective therapies.

Dr. Avanzi is an experienced physician-scientist and hematologist/oncologist with over fifteen years of clinical experience, including over ten years of experience advancing cellular therapies through early and late-stage of development.  In his new role, Dr. Avanzi will be responsible for leading and expanding Shoreline’s clinical portfolio and will serve as a key member of its Executive team.

Elektrofi strengthens leadership team with appointments of Greg DeFilippis as Chief Business Officer and Paulette Gangemi as Chief Human Resources Officer

Viridian appoints Scott Myers as President and Chief Executive Officer

“Jane is a highly accomplished leader and multiple time CFO with significant expertise in corporate strategy and finance in the healthcare sector, and we are excited to welcome her to our leadership team,” said Michael Henderson, M.D., CEO of Apogee Therapeutics. “Her unique combination of experience as a seasoned biopharmaceutical executive and investment banker will help propel Apogee forward in its ...

Danforth Advisors names Mark E. Spring Managing Director of San Diego Operations, accelerating growth on West Coast

Curve Health names Healthcare Veteran Matthew A. Michela as CEO to expand reach of senior care platform.