Alkermes Announces the Appointment of Richard Gaynor, M.D. and Andy Wilson to its Board of Directors and the Retirement of Director Floyd Bloom, M.D.

DUBLIN, Sept. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Alkermes plc (Nasdaq: ALKS) today announced the appointment of two new independent directors, Richard Gaynor, M.D. and Frank Anders (Andy) Wilson, to the company's Board of Directors. The company also announced the retirement of Floyd Bloom, M.D., a pioneer in the field of neuroscience who contributed immensely to the legacy of innovation and scientific excellence that remains core to Alkermes' mission today.

Dr. Gaynor, who currently serves as the President of Research & Development at Neon Therapeutics, brings 18 years of experience in oncology-focused industrial drug development in addition to a distinguished career in academic medicine. He is board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology and hematology.

Mr. Wilson, who most recently served as Chief Financial Officer of PerkinElmer, Inc., brings 30 years of financial expertise and experience in strategic planning and business development for global public companies.

"As industry veterans with deep and broad experience, Richard and Andy are ideally suited to provide valuable insights and thoughtful leadership at this stage of Alkermes' evolution. Their respective expertise in oncology and strategic value creation will be important assets as we focus on execution and prepare for our next phase of growth," said Richard Pops, Chief Executive Officer of Alkermes.  "The appointment of these new Board members is reflective of our commitment to maintaining a robust Board of Directors with expertise that is aligned with our expanding and evolving strategic priorities."

"I am delighted to join Alkermes' Board of Directors at a time when the company is advancing new research and establishing its presence at the forefront of immuno-oncology research," said Dr. Gaynor. "I look forward to offering my insights and applying the experience I have gained throughout my career in this rapidly evolving space as Alkermes advances its efforts to develop novel treatments that address areas of unmet patient need in oncology."

"As Alkermes continues to evolve, there is a unique opportunity to build on the company's current platform and drive growth while furthering the organization's mission to advance innovative medicines," said Mr. Wilson. "I am pleased to have the opportunity to draw on my experience as a chief financial officer, and other senior leadership positions, to strategically support and guide Alkermes' leadership team as the company approaches its next phase of growth."