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IKT

Inhibikase Therapeutics has announced its expansion into the cardiopulmonary disease market. This strategic move aims to diversify its portfolio and leverage its existing expertise in disease treatment.

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June 05, 2024 | 12:18 pm

AKTX

Akari Therapeutics Plc (NASDAQ:AKTX) has announced that Samir R. Patel, M.D., has assumed the role of Interim President & CEO and has increased his ownership to 14.2% with a $1.25M investment in a recent private placement. Dr. Patel's employment contract consists solely of equity compensation, aligning his success with that of the company's shareholders.

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June 05, 2024 | 12:11 pm

ALUR

Allurion Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:ALUR) has appointed Ojas A. Buch as its new Chief Operating Officer, effective June 3, 2024. Buch will oversee various critical functions including R&D, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality and Regulatory, and Business Development and Innovation. His role will be pivotal in achieving the company's strategic milestones and sustainable growth.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 05, 2024 | 12:03 pm

AGL

Agilon Health (NYSE: AGL) has appointed Jeff Schwaneke as the new CFO, effective July 1, 2024. Schwaneke, who is currently a director on Agilon's board, will succeed Timothy Bensley, who is retiring in early 2024 but will stay on through a transition period.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 05, 2024 | 12:01 pm

BPTIX

TSLA

Billionaire investor Ron Baron, a major Tesla shareholder, has publicly supported CEO Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package, which is based on aggressive performance metrics. The package, proposed by Tesla's board, has faced criticism but is seen by Baron as essential due to Musk's pivotal role in Tesla's success. The shareholder meeting to vote on the package is scheduled for June 13.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 05, 2024 | 11:59 am

GOOG

GOOGL

Anat Ashkenazi has been named the new CFO of Google and its parent company Alphabet.

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June 05, 2024 | 11:58 am

LLY

Eli Lilly and Company announced that Anat Ashkenazi has resigned as Chief Financial Officer to pursue a career opportunity outside of the pharmaceutical industry.

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June 05, 2024 | 11:50 am

GM

General Motors (GM) has promoted former Apple executives Baris Cetinok and Dave Richardson to lead its Software and Services organization. This move aims to advance vehicle connectivity, including EVs. Cetinok will oversee software roadmap design and development, while Richardson will lead software engineering.

Portfolio Pulse from Anan Ashraf

June 05, 2024 | 11:38 am

OLLI

Ollie's Bargain Outlet has appointed Chris Zender as the new Executive Vice President and COO, effective June 17, 2024.

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June 05, 2024 | 11:34 am

AVGR

Avinger announced a strategic shift to increase focus on its Coronary Artery Disease program while reducing operating costs in its Peripheral Artery Disease business.

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June 05, 2024 | 11:33 am