Fractyl Health Expands Leadership with Appointment of Adrian Kimber as Chief Commercial Officer to Spearhead Anticipated Launch Preparation as the Company Conducts Two Pivotal Studies for Revita in Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes

BURLINGTON, Mass., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fractyl Health, Inc. (Nasdaq: GUTS) (the “Company”), a metabolic therapeutics company focused on pioneering new approaches for the treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2D), today announced the appointment of Adrian Kimber as Chief Commercial Officer.

Mr. Kimber joins Fractyl with over two decades of experience in the biotechnology and medical devices sectors. Throughout his career, he has showcased a commendable history of introducing groundbreaking therapies to worldwide markets. Renowned for his adeptness in formulating go-to-market strategies, assembling and leading commercial teams, and implementing operational excellence, he has left a profound mark on the healthcare landscape.

“We are delighted to welcome Adrian to Fractyl, where his breadth of commercial and strategic leadership experience will be instrumental as we prepare for the launch of our Revita system,” said Dr. Harith Rajagopalan, CEO of Fractyl Health. “We believe Revita has the potential to deliver sustained, durable benefit to patients struggling with obesity and Type 2 diabetes and the resulting health complications, and Adrian’s proven track record in bringing transformational products to market will be critical to help Revita achieve this goal.”

“I am excited to join the Fractyl team and for the opportunity to work alongside leaders in the space with a shared mission to transform the treatment of metabolic diseases and hopefully provide a cure for obesity and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D),” said Mr. Kimber. “We have several key Revita milestones approaching ahead of a potential launch, and I look forward to leading our commercial strategy during this pivotal time.”

Mr. Kimber most recently served as Global VP & Commercial Head at Biotronik Neuro, where he spearheaded the introduction of daily remote monitoring and Proactive Care for patients with spinal cord stimulation devices. Under his guidance, the product journeyed from inception to successful commercialization in the United States. Adrian held progressively senior commercial roles at prominent companies such as Biotronik, Abbott, Olympus, and Medtronic, spanning across regions including the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States. Mr. Kimber holds a B.Sc. in Sports Science from London Metropolitan University.