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Evotec announces CEO transition Hamburg, Germany, - Evotec SE (Frankfurt Stock Exchange: EVT, MDAX/TecDAX, Prime Standard, ISIN: DE 000 566480 9, WKN 566480; NASDAQ: EVO) announces that CEO Dr Werner Lanthaler has inform

Key Takeaway: Evotec SE has announced a transition in its leadership, with CEO Dr. Werner Lanthaler resigning for personal reasons. He will continue to provide support to the company's Supervisory Board as a strategic advisor. Dr. Mario Polywka, previously the COO and a member of the Supervisory Board, will serve as the interim CEO. Notably, the company has reaffirmed its guidance for 2023, signaling operational stability.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Dr. Werner Lanthaler will continue as a strategic advisor, ensuring continuity in leadership.
  • Evotec has confirmed its guidance for 2023, indicating stability in operations.

Full Press Release Details

evo_ex991.htm EXHIBIT 99.1
Evotec announces CEO transition
Hamburg, Germany, - Evotec SE (Frankfurt Stock Exchange: EVT, MDAX/TecDAX, Prime Standard, ISIN: DE 000 566480 9, WKN 566480; NASDAQ: EVO) announces that CEO Dr Werner Lanthaler has informed the company, that he has decided to step down as CEO and will not continue to serve until the end of his current term, for personal reasons. The Supervisory Board has accepted his resignation from his office.
Werner Lanthaler will continue to be available as a strategic advisor to the company's Supervisory Board. Dr Mario Polywka, former COO and currently member of the Supervisory Board has agreed to step in as interim CEO.
Evotec confirms guidance 2023.
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Contact: Volker Braun, EVP Head of Global Investor Relations & ESG, Evotec SE, Manfred Eigen Campus, Essener Bogen 7, 22419 Hamburg, Germany, Phone: +49(0)151 19405058, volker.braun@evotec.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is stepping down as CEO of Evotec?

Dr. Werner Lanthaler is stepping down as the CEO of Evotec.

Why is Dr. Werner Lanthaler resigning?

He has decided to resign for personal reasons.

Who will be the interim CEO of Evotec?

Dr. Mario Polywka will serve as the interim CEO.

Will Dr. Lanthaler remain with Evotec?

Yes, he will continue as a strategic advisor.

What is the status of Evotec's 2023 guidance?

Evotec has confirmed its guidance for 2023.

Last updated: Jan 3, 2024