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Allogene Therapeutics Announces Retirement of Chief Financial Officer Geoffrey Parker

Key Takeaway: Allogene Therapeutics has announced the retirement of Geoffrey Parker, its Chief Financial Officer, effective November 6, 2026. Parker will continue to lead the finance team until his retirement while the company searches for a successor. Both Parker and CEO Zachary Roberts acknowledged his significant contributions during a critical phase for the company.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Geoffrey Parker's leadership has been pivotal for Allogene.
  • The company is well-positioned to advance its programs.
  • Parker expresses confidence in Allogene's strategy and pipeline.

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Best trade, last catalyst
+57%
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Typical move
5.6%
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Cash runway
~39 mo
Minimal dilution risk
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ALLO-715
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Full Press Release Details

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Sept. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allogene Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALLO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of allogeneic CAR T (AlloCAR T) products for cancer and autoimmune disease, today announced that Geoffrey Parker, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will retire effective November 6, 2026. Mr. Parker will continue to lead the finance organization through his retirement date as the Company conducts an external search for his successor.
"Geoff has been a trusted and important leader within Allogene through a pivotal period in the Company’s evolution," said Zachary Roberts, M.D., Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Allogene." His financial leadership and commitment to the organization have helped position Allogene to advance our programs with discipline and focus. We are grateful for his many contributions and wish him the very best in retirement."
“I am proud of what we have accomplished together and grateful to have worked alongside such a talented and dedicated team,” said Mr. Parker. “I remain deeply confident in Allogene’s strategy and the potential of its pipeline, and I look forward to supporting a smooth transition over the coming months.”
About Allogene Therapeutics Allogene Therapeutics, with headquarters in South San Francisco, is a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of allogeneic chimeric antigen receptor T cell (AlloCAR T) products for cancer and autoimmune disease. Led by cell therapy veterans applying proven CAR T experience, Allogene is developing a pipeline of off-the-shelf CAR T cell product candidates with the goal of delivering readily available cell therapy on-demand, more reliably, and at greater scale to more patients. For more information, please visit www.allogene.com, and follow Allogene Therapeutics on X and LinkedIn.

Allogene Media/Investor Contact: Christine Cassiano EVP, Chief Corporate Affairs & Brand Strategy Officer Christine.Cassiano@allogene.com

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Geoffrey Parker's retirement effective?

Geoffrey Parker's retirement is effective November 6, 2026.

What role will Parker have until his retirement?

Parker will continue to lead the finance organization until his retirement.

Who is the CEO of Allogene Therapeutics?

Zachary Roberts, M.D., Ph.D., is the CEO of Allogene Therapeutics.

What is Allogene Therapeutics focused on developing?

Allogene Therapeutics is focused on developing allogeneic CAR T products for cancer.

Last updated: Sep 2, 2026