The Align Technology board of directors appointed 3M Health Care’s Mojdeh Poul and Exact Sciences’ Kevin Conroy.

Align Technology announced that its board of directors has appointed Mojdeh Poul, former executive vice president and group president of 3M Health Care, and Kevin Conroy, president, chief executive officer, and chairman of the board of Exact Sciences.

“I am pleased to welcome Mojdeh and Kevin to Align’s board of directors,” said Joe Hogan, president and CEO of Align Technology. “Each brings extensive experience across the healthcare industry that complements the depth and breadth of Align’s board.

Mojdeh Poul was most recently executive vice president and group president of 3M Health Care where she was responsible for its global P&L, strategy, research & development, manufacturing and commercial operations. During her tenure at 3M, Poul held leadership roles, including executive vice president of Safety & Graphics Business Group, president of 3M Canada, and president of two divisions within the 3M Health Care Business Group. Poul currently serves as a director of iRhythm Technologies and Stanley Black and Decker. She holds a MBA degree from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and MEng and BS degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of Louisville.

“Mojdeh has led global businesses and operations in large multinational organizations and has deep expertise in business strategy and transformation, as well as commercial excellence,” said Hogan.

Kevin Conroy is president, CEO, and chairman of the board of Exact Sciences Corporation. He became CEO in 2009 and Chairman in 2014, transforming the organization into one of the world’s premier cancer diagnostics companies. Conroy led Exact Sciences through the development and commercialization of its noninvasive colorectal cancer screening test, Cologuard, which became the first medical device or diagnostic to receive simultaneous FDA approval and national Medicare coverage. He holds a JD degree from University of Michigan Law School and a BSE degree in electrical engineering from Michigan State University.

“Kevin has an exceptional track-record for growth and his technical and clinical expertise, combined with a focus on digitally innovative solutions, have delivered amazing customer experiences,” said Hogan. “Mojdeh and Kevin are both outstanding additions to our board and I am confident that their knowledge and insights will benefit Align as we continue to drive the evolution of digital orthodontics and restorative dentistry globally.”

Poul and Conroy will be included in the company’s slate of director nominees in the proxy statement for Align’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Align’s board is comprised of 10 directors, four of whom will have been appointed in the last six years.

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