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Evotec SE appoints Dr Christian Wojczewski as Chief Executive Officer 23-Apr-2024 / 20:38 CET/CEST Disclosure of an inside information acc. to Article 17 MAR of the Regulation (EU) No 596/2014, transmitted by EQS News -

Key Takeaway: Evotec SE has appointed Dr Christian Wojczewski as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2024. Dr Wojczewski holds a degree in chemistry and has over 20 years of experience, having previously held leadership roles at Mediq and Linde Healthcare. This move follows the retirement of Interim CEO Dr Mario Polywka, who has led the company since January 2024. The announcement aims to ensure a smooth leadership transition for the company.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Appointment of Dr Christian Wojczewski as new CEO is seen as a strategic move for company leadership.
  • Dr Wojczewski brings over 20 years of relevant experience which may enhance company growth.
  • The transition from Interim CEO to a permanent CEO can provide stability in management.

Full Press Release Details

EVOTEC SE APPOINTS DR CHRISTIAN
evo_ex991.htm EXHIBIT 99.1
Evotec SE appoints Dr Christian Wojczewski as Chief Executive Officer
23-Apr-2024 / 20:38 CET/CEST
Disclosure of an inside information acc. to Article 17 MAR of the Regulation (EU) No 596/2014, transmitted by EQS News - a service of EQS Group AG.
The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Hamburg, Germany - Evotec SE (Frankfurt Stock Exchange: EVT, MDAX/TecDAX, Prime Standard, ISIN: DE 000 566480 9, WKN 566480; NASDAQ: EVO) announces the appointment of Dr Christian Wojczewski as Chief Executive Officer of the Company, effective 01 July 2024. Dr Wojczewski holds a degree in chemistry and has over 20 years of experience in various management positions, most recently as CEO of Mediq and at Linde Healthcare.
Dr Mario Polywka, who has led Evotec as Interim CEO since 03 January 2024, will retire from his position at the end of June and will also not seek re-election for his dormant Supervisory Board mandate, which expires with the 2024 Annual General Meeting.
- End of the ad hoc release -
Contact: Volker Braun, EVP Head of Global Investor Relations & ESG, Evotec SE, Manfred Eigen Campus, Essener Bogen 7, 22419 Hamburg, Germany, Phone: +49 (0)40 228 999 338, volker.braun@evotec.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Who has been appointed CEO of Evotec SE?

Dr Christian Wojczewski has been appointed as CEO of Evotec SE.

When will Dr Wojczewski assume the CEO position?

Dr Wojczewski will officially become CEO on July 1, 2024.

What is Dr Wojczewski's background?

Dr Wojczewski has over 20 years of management experience and a chemistry degree.

Who was the Interim CEO before Dr Wojczewski?

Dr Mario Polywka served as Interim CEO since January 3, 2024.

What will happen to Dr Polywka after June 2024?

Dr Polywka will retire and not seek re-election for his Supervisory Board role.

Last updated: Apr 23, 2024