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- Accomplished biotechnology and pharmaceutical executive with over three decades of experience to join Immunome’s Board of Directors - SEATTLE & EXTON, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Immunome, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMNM), a biotechnology company focused on developing first-in-class and best-in-class targeted cancer therapies, today announced the appointment of Jean-Jacques “JJ” Bienaimé to its Board of Directors. Mr. Bienaimé has over three decades of experience in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, most recently serving as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BioMarin Pharmaceuticals. “Immunome is pleased to welcome JJ to the Board of Directors as we enter our next stage of growth,” stated Clay Siegall, PhD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Immunome. “JJ has a unique understanding of how to build a biotechnology company, and he shares our commitment to improving the lives of cancer patients. His guidance will be essential as we advance our pipeline of potential first-in-class and best-in-class targeted cancer therapies.” “I am excited to join the Immunome Board of Directors as they work to bring transformative oncology therapeutics to the patients most in need,” commented Mr. Bienaimé. “Throughout my career, pairing a patient-centric approach with operational excellence has been foundational to success, and I see that same mentality at Immunome. I look forward to enhancing Immunome’s ability to execute on Clay’s compelling vision.” Mr. Bienaimé currently serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BioMarin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a position that he has held since 2005. Under Mr. Bienaimé’s leadership, BioMarin grew from a company with a single marketed treatment product to a multi-billion-dollar commercial organization with numerous approved products to treat rare diseases, increasing the company’s value from approximately $400 million to approximately $15 billion. It has been announced that Mr. Bienaimé will transition to retirement from his role as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BioMarin effective December 1, 2023. Prior to joining BioMarin, Mr. Bienaimé served as the Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Genencor, a targeted oncology biopharmaceutical company that was ultimately acquired in 2005 by Danisco. Prior to Genencor, Mr. Bienaimé held the positions of Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sangstat Medical. During his time at Sangstat Medical, Mr. Bienaimé guided the company to profitability, prior to an eventual acquisition by Genzyme. Prior to joining Sangstat Medical, Mr. Bienaimé held various senior management positions at Rhone-Poulenc Rorer Pharmaceuticals and Genentech. Mr. Bienaimé currently serves on the Board of Directors of Incyte Corp., a biopharmaceutical company focused on first-in-class treatments for serious unmet needs, the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America organization (PhMRA) and The Biotech Industry Organization (BIO). Mr. Bienaimé received his MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and his undergraduate degree from the École Supérieure de Commerce de Paris. About Immunome, Inc. Immunome is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing first-in-class and best-in-class targeted cancer therapies. Our portfolio pursues each target with a modality appropriate to its biology, including immunotherapies, targeted effectors, radioligand therapies and ADCs. We believe that pursuing underexplored targets with appropriate drug modalities leads to transformative therapies. Our proprietary memory B cell hybridoma technology allows for the rapid screening and functional characterization of novel antibodies and targets. For more information, visit or follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements contained in this communication regarding matters that are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the “PSLRA”). These include, but are not limited to, statements regarding Immunome’s intent to advance its current pipeline into the clinic, to develop first-in-class and best-in-class targeted cancer therapies for patients; to bring transformative oncology therapeutics to the patients most in need; and other statements regarding management’s intentions, plans, beliefs, expectations or forecasts for the future. 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Curran Simpson has been appointed Chief Operating Officer Shiva Fritsch assumes the role of Chief Communications Officer ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- REGENXBIO Inc. (Nasdaq: RGNX) today announced the promotion of Curran Simpson from Chief Technology and Operations Officer to Chief Operating Officer. In addition, Shiva Fritsch has been elevated to Chief Communications Officer and will continue in her role as Chief People Officer. "These appointments come on the heels of a transformational year for REGENXBIO, highlighted by the opening of the company's gene therapy Manufacturing Innovation Center and the advancement of several clinical programs as part of our '5 x '25' strategy to progress five AAV Therapeutics from the pipeline and licensed programs into pivotal-stage or commercial products by 2025," said Kenneth T. Mills, President and Chief Executive Officer of REGENXBIO. "Curran and Shiva are strong, collaborative leaders with proven track-records. They have played critical roles in the evolution of REGENXBIO into a near-commercial stage company. These promotions reflect on their contributions to date and their ability to lead the organization as we enter the next phase of growth. We are incredibly fortunate to have them." Mr. Simpson joined REGENXBIO in 2015 with extensive leadership experience across biopharmaceutical operations, manufacturing, supply chain, research and engineering roles. As Chief Operating Officer, he will have oversight of manufacturing, process development, quality, regulatory, preclinical development and bioanalytical sciences, as well as corporate strategy. Prior to joining REGENXBIO, he served as the Regional Supply Chain Head for North America at GlaxoSmithKline plc ("GSK"). Prior to that, he was the Senior Vice President, Operations at Human Genome Sciences (HGS), as well as the Vice President, Manufacturing Operations at HGS. Prior to HGS, Mr. Simpson held various positions with Biogen, Inc., Covance Biotechnology Services Inc., Novo-Nordisk Biochem Inc., Genentech, Inc. and Genencor, Inc. Mr. Simpson received an M.S. in Surface and Colloid Science (Physical Chemistry) from Clarkson University and a B.S. in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering from Clarkson College of Technology. Ms. Fritsch joined REGENXBIO in 2017 and has over two decades of experience in research, development and human resources in the biopharmaceutical industry. As Chief Communications and People Officer, she will oversee all elements of REGENXBIO's internal and external communications, as well as its robust human resource offerings. Prior to joining REGENXBIO in 2017, Ms. Fritsch was the Head of Talent Management at Novavax, Inc. and held senior human resources roles at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute and Human Genome Sciences, Inc. Ms. Fritsch holds an M.B.A from the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, College Park, as well as a B.A in Biology and Neurobiology from Bryn Mawr College. About REGENXBIO Inc. REGENXBIO is a leading clinical-stage biotechnology company seeking to improve lives through the curative potential of gene therapy. REGENXBIO's NAV Technology Platform, a proprietary adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene delivery platform, consists of exclusive rights to more than 100 novel AAV vectors, including AAV7, AAV8, AAV9 and AAVrh10. REGENXBIO and its third-party NAV Technology Platform Licensees are applying the NAV Technology Platform in the development of a broad pipeline of candidates, including late-stage and commercial programs, in multiple therapeutic areas. REGENXBIO is committed to a "5 x '25" strategy to progress five AAV Therapeutics from our internal pipeline and licensed programs into pivotal-stage or commercial products by 2025. Forward-Looking Statements This press release includes "forward-looking statements," within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements express a belief, expectation or intention and are generally accompanied by words that convey projected future events or outcomes such as "believe," "may," "will," "estimate," "continue," "anticipate," "assume," "design," "intend," "expect," "could," "plan," "potential," "predict," "seek," "should," "would" or by variations of such words or by similar expressions. The forward-looking statements include statements relating to, among other things, REGENXBIO's expectations and evaluations of its management team, future operations and clinical trials. 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All of the forward-looking statements made in this press release are expressly qualified by the cautionary statements contained or referred to herein. The actual results or developments anticipated may not be realized or, even if substantially realized, they may not have the expected consequences to or effects on REGENXBIO or its businesses or operations. Such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to rely too heavily on the forward-looking statements contained in this press release. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. Except as required by law, REGENXBIO does not undertake any obligation, and specifically declines any obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Contacts: Dana Cormack Corporate Communications dcormack@regenxbio.com Investors: Chris Brinzey ICR Westwicke 339-970-2843 chris.brinzey@westwicke.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE REGENXBIO Inc. Company Codes: NASDAQ-NMS:RGNX

NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IO Biotech (Nasdaq: IOBT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel, immune-modulating cancer therapies based on its T-win® technology platform, today announced the appointment of Amy Sullivan as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer. “We are pleased to welcome Amy to the executive team,” said Mai-Britt Zocca, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of IO Biotech. “Her financial prowess and successful track record guiding biotechnology companies through significant organizational growth will be an invaluable addition to IO Biotech. On behalf of the entire leadership team, I look forward to Amy’s many contributions as we continue to mature our business and advance our promising pipeline of novel cancer immunotherapies.” Ms. Sullivan is a seasoned life sciences professional with more than 25 years of experience raising capital and building and managing corporate biotechnology and life sciences brands. Ms. Sullivan joins IO Biotech from TABA, BV, where she served as chief financial officer. Prior to her time with TABA, Ms. Sullivan was chief strategy officer for Euronext-listed Kiadis Pharma where she was responsible for all aspects of fundraising and capital formation strategy, repositioning the company after a clinical failure, and played a critical role in the company’s sale to Sanofi. Prior to Kiadis, Ms. Sullivan served Keryx Biopharmaceuticals where she was senior vice president of corporate affairs, responsible for all aspects of investor relations, corporate communication, and public affairs, during a period of high growth, commercialization of the company's first FDA-approved medicine and, ultimately, a merger. Prior to Keryx, Ms. Sullivan served as head of corporate communications and investor relations at AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Idenix Biopharmacueticals and Genencor International. Earlier in her career, Ms. Sullivan served in roles of increasing responsibility in both agencies and Fortune 500 companies. Ms. Sullivan has her bachelor of science degree in business from Salem State University and her masters of business administration from Bentley University. “I am honored to join IO Biotech at this exciting time in the company’s evolution,” said Ms. Sullivan. “Since its founding in 2014, IO Biotech has built a tremendous team of industry veterans with the expertise and capabilities to reimagine oncology research and drug development, and a blue-chip investor syndicate to enable this bold vision. I am eager to work with the team to drive the company’s strategy as we aim to discover and continue to develop a portfolio of product candidates that can disrupt the way cancer is treated.” About IO Biotech IO Biotech is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel, immune-modulating cancer therapies based on its T-win® technology platform. The T-win® platform is a novel approach to cancer immunotherapy designed to activate naturally occurring T cells to target immunosuppressive mechanisms. IO Biotech is advancing in clinical studies its lead immuno-oncology candidate, IO102-IO103, targeting IDO and PD-L1, and through clinical and preclinical development its other pipeline candidates. IO Biotech is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark and has additional offices within the United States (New York, New York and Rockville, Maryland) and United Kingdom (Monmouthshire).For further information, please visit www.iobiotech.com. Forward-Looking Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements, including regarding future clinical trials and results, are based on IO Biotech’s current assumptions and expectations of future events and trends, which affect or may affect its business, strategy, operations or financial performance, and actual results and other events may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements due to numerous risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Because forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, you should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof and should not be unduly relied upon. Except to the extent required by law, IO Biotech undertakes no obligation to update these statements, whether as a result of any new information, future developments or otherwise. Company Contact:Mai-Britt Zocca, Ph.D.President and CEOIO Biotech, Inc. mz@iobiotech.com Investor Contact:Corey Davis, Ph.D.LifeSci Advisors212-915-2577cdavis@lifesciadvisors.com Media Contact:Raena Mina, Ph.D.LifeSci Communications646-606-1438rmina@lifescicomms.com