Polyphor appoints Michael Altorfer as chief executive

17 March 2015

Privately-held Swiss pharma company Polyphor has appointed Michael Altorfer as its new chief executive.

He replaces Jean-Pierre Obrecht, who will continue with his role as a member of the baord of directors. Dr Altorfer joined the company in 2001, and has served in various functions, including chief financial officer and head of corporate development. He has been chief operating officer since 2014.

The company has also appointed Leon Hooftman as cheif medical officer and Adesh Kaul as head of corporate development.

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