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Waters Corporation Appoints Heather Knight to Board of Directors

Key Takeaway: Waters Corporation has appointed Heather Knight to its Board of Directors, effective August 14, 2024. Knight is currently the Executive Vice President and Group President for Medical Products and Therapies at Baxter International, bringing nearly three decades of experience in business and leadership within the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Both the Chair of the Board and the CEO expressed their enthusiasm about her joining, highlighting her operational excellence and global experience as crucial to advancing the company's growth strategy.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Heather Knight brings decades of experience in pharmaceuticals and medical devices.
  • Her track record includes driving growth and innovation.
  • Board members believe her skills will enhance shareholder value.

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~19 mo
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Full Press Release Details

Corporation Appoints Heather Knight to
MILFORD, Mass., August 14, 2024 Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) today announced the appointment of Heather Knight to its Board
of Directors effective August 14, 2024. Ms. Knight currently serves as Executive Vice President and Group President, Medical Products and Therapies at Baxter International.
Heather is an accomplished leader who brings decades of experience across the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, with a proven track record
for driving growth and innovation, said Dr. Flemming Ornskov, Chair of the Board. Her experience enriches the diverse skills and backgrounds of our Board members, which is instrumental in our oversight of the strategy and in
enhancing shareholder value.
We are thrilled to welcome Heather to our Board of Directors, said Dr. Udit Batra, President and CEO,
Waters Corporation. Her commitment to operational excellence coupled with her global experience driving commercial execution and portfolio innovation across the MedTech industry will be complementary to our Board. I look forward to
collaborating with her as we advance our growth strategy.
It s an honor to join the Waters Board of Directors at such an exciting
time, commented Heather Knight, Executive Vice President and Group President of Medical Products and Therapies at Baxter International. I ve long admired the company and look forward to contributing to its success.
Ms. Knight currently serves as the Executive Vice President and Group President of Medical Products and Therapies at Baxter International. She brings
nearly three decades of global business and commercial leadership experience in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, and a proven track record of driving strong execution, business transformation, and portfolio innovation. She holds a
B.S. in Biology from the University of Buffalo.
About Waters Corporation (www.waters.com)
Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT), a global leader in analytical instruments and software, has pioneered chromatography, mass spectrometry, and
thermal analysis innovations serving the life, materials, food, and environmental sciences for more than 65 years. With approximately 7,500 employees worldwide, Waters operates directly in 35 countries, including 15 manufacturing facilities, and
with products available in more than 100 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who was appointed to the Waters Corporation Board?

Heather Knight has been appointed to the Waters Corporation Board.

What position does Heather Knight hold at Baxter International?

She is the Executive Vice President and Group President of Medical Products.

What experience does Heather Knight bring to Waters Corporation?

She brings nearly three decades of leadership in pharmaceuticals and medical devices.

What is Waters Corporation known for?

Waters Corporation is a leader in analytical instruments and software.

How many countries does Waters Corporation operate in?

Waters operates directly in 35 countries worldwide.

Last updated: Aug 14, 2024