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Standard BioTools Announces Senior Leadership Changes Alex Kim, Chief Operating Officer and Standard BioTools Co-Founder, to Serve as interim Chief Financial Officer Following Departure of Jeffrey Black on

Key Takeaway: Standard BioTools has announced leadership changes following the resignation of Chief Financial Officer Jeffrey Black, effective August 31, 2024. Alex Kim, the company's Chief Operating Officer and co-founder, will assume the role of interim CFO starting September 1, 2024. Additionally, Sean Mackay will expand his responsibilities to include product management, marketing, and investor relations. The company is actively seeking a permanent CFO to continue its strategic growth initiatives.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Alex Kim, a co-founder and experienced COO, will serve as interim CFO.
  • The appointment of Sean Mackay introduces strong operational leadership.
  • Strong finance function built by Jeffrey Black positions the company well for future growth.

Full Press Release Details

Standard BioTools Announces Senior Leadership
Alex Kim, Chief Operating Officer and Standard
BioTools Co-Founder, to Serve as interim Chief Financial Officer Following Departure of Jeffrey Black on August 31, 2024
Industry Veteran Sean Mackay Named Chief Business
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., July 31, 2024 -- Standard BioTools
Inc. ("Standard BioTools" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: LAB) today announced that Jeffrey Black, Chief Financial
Officer, will resign from the Company, effective August 31, 2024, to accept an opportunity at another public company. Alex Kim, the
Company's Chief Operating Officer and co-founder of Standard BioTools, will serve as Standard BioTools' interim Chief Financial
Officer starting on September 1, 2024. The Company has initiated a search process to identify a permanent successor.
The Company also announced that Sean Mackay, who recently joined as
the Company's Chief Business Officer, will add product management, marketing and investor relations to his responsibilities. Mackay
was the founding CEO of IsoPlexis and led the company through several rounds of funding, its IPO and and eventual exit.
Michael Egholm, President and Chief Executive Officer of Standard BioTools,
said, "Alex has been a core member of our executive team since the formation of Standard BioTools. His leadership in developing
our strategic plan makes him the ideal person to assume the interim CFO role. I am also very excited to welcome Sean to SBI - another
addition to an incredibly strong team of seasoned operators with deep life science tools experience, all of whom are laser focused on
executing our growth strategy."
Egholm concluded, "I want to thank Jeff for his many contributions,
including helping us build a strong finance function with key management talent that positions us well for the next phase of our transformation.
We wish him all the best."
Black stated, "I am very proud to have been a part of the Standard
BioTools team and am confident that the Company is well positioned for continued success. Now is the right time for me personally to start
this next chapter in my career. I remain a steadfast believer in Michael, the team, and the SBI vision."
Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results
In a separate press release issued today,
Standard BioTools issued its second quarter 2024 financial results. The webcast is scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. PT, 4:30 p.m. ET.
Live audio of the webcast will be available online on the Investor Relations page of the Company's website at Events &
About Standard BioTools Inc.
Standard BioTools Inc. (Nasdaq:LAB), the parent company of SomaLogic
Inc. and previously known as Fluidigm Corporation, has an established portfolio of essential, standardized next-generation technologies
that help biomedical researchers develop medicines faster and better. As a leading solutions provider, the company provides reliable and
repeatable insights in health and disease using its proprietary mass cytometry and microfluidics technologies, which help transform scientific
discoveries into better patient outcomes. Standard BioTools works with leading academic, government, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, plant
and animal research and clinical laboratories worldwide, focusing on the most pressing needs in translational and clinical research, including
oncology, immunology and immunotherapy. Learn more at standardbio.com or connect with us on X, Facebook , LinkedIn, and YouTube .
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the interim CFO of Standard BioTools after Black's departure?

Alex Kim, the Chief Operating Officer and co-founder, will serve as interim CFO.

Why is Jeffrey Black resigning from Standard BioTools?

Jeffrey Black is resigning to pursue an opportunity at another public company.

What new responsibilities will Sean Mackay take on?

Sean Mackay will add product management, marketing, and investor relations to his role.

What is Standard BioTools known for?

Standard BioTools specializes in technologies that enhance biomedical research and drug development.

What financial results were released by Standard BioTools?

The Company announced its second quarter 2024 financial results on July 31, 2024.

Last updated: Jul 31, 2024