Amicus Therapeutics Appoints Eiry W. Roberts, M.D. to its Board of Directors

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Amicus Therapeutics (Nasdaq: FOLD) has appointed Dr. Eiry W. Roberts to its Board of Directors. Dr. Roberts brings nearly 30 years of drug development experience, having previously served as Chief Medical Officer at Neurocrine Biosciences and held senior roles at Eli Lilly. She has led numerous late-stage development programs to global regulatory approvals, contributing significantly to her former company’s portfolio. Her expertise in healthcare strategy is expected to enhance Amicus’s mission of developing therapies for rare diseases.

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• Appointment of Dr. Eiry W. Roberts adds extensive drug development expertise.
• Dr. Roberts has successfully led over 10 late-stage programs to global approvals.
• Her background may strengthen Amicus’s strategic direction in rare disease therapies.

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• No direct mention of ongoing projects or challenges faced by Amicus.

PHILADELPHIA, June 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amicus Therapeutics (Nasdaq: FOLD), today announced the election and appointment of Eiry W. Roberts, M.D. to its Board of Directors. Dr. Roberts is an esteemed drug developer who brings approximately 30 years of pharmaceutical industry experience to the Company’s Board of Directors, having served in various leadership positions throughout her career and bringing extensive experience advancing therapies across all phases of drug development.

John F. Crowley, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Amicus Therapeutics, Inc., stated, “On behalf of our Board of Directors, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Eiry Roberts to the Amicus Board. Eiry’s extensive background in clinical research and drug development across a diverse range of therapeutic areas adds immense value to our team of Directors and senior leaders. Eiry’s experience in discovering and advancing development programs through the regulatory process, as well as her expertise in healthcare strategy, will be invaluable as we look toward the future of Amicus.”

Dr. Roberts currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neurocrine Biosciences, a commercial stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the research and development of treatments for life threatening and under-addressed neurological, endocrine, and psychiatric disorders. Prior to her role at Neurocrine, Dr. Roberts spent 26 years at Eli Lilly and Company, during which she advanced through various senior and executive level roles, concluding her tenure at the company as VP of Research & Development. Roberts has extensive leadership experience in early development and translational medicine and successfully led more than 10 late-stage development programs through global regulatory approvals, as well as numerous launches. She is credited for establishing a new therapeutic area and pipeline of novel small molecule and biologics within the Lilly portfolio, and has established herself as a leader and strategic player in corporate and business development activities.

Dr. Roberts served as Chair of the Medical Review Committee at Eli Lilly and Company, responsible for the review and approval of all integrated clinical plans in the Eli Lilly portfolio. She is an M.D. trained in pharmacology and medicine in the United Kingdom, qualifying from the University of London. Dr. Roberts continued her post-graduate clinical training in clinical pharmacology and cardiology at St. Bartholomew’s Hospital and at the Royal London Hospital.

“I am delighted to be joining the Amicus Board and contribute to the Company’s mission, help grow the organization, and support the lives of those impacted by devastating rare diseases. The approach Amicus has towards drug development is driven by science and incorporates the patient perspective in every step of the process. As a member of the Board of Directors, I look forward to applying my life sciences experience to help guide the company’s future growth and success,” said Dr. Roberts.

In addition, Amicus announced that Craig A. Wheeler and Burke W. Whitman were re-elected at the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

About Amicus Therapeutics
Amicus Therapeutics (Nasdaq: FOLD) is a global, patient-dedicated biotechnology company focused on discovering, developing and delivering novel high-quality medicines for people living with rare metabolic diseases. With extraordinary patient focus, Amicus Therapeutics is committed to advancing and expanding a robust pipeline of cutting-edge, first- or best-in-class medicines for rare metabolic diseases. For more information please visit the company’s website at www.amicusrx.com, and follow on Twitter and LinkedIn.

CONTACT:

Investors:
Andrew Faughnan
Sr. Director, Investor Relations
afaughnan@amicusrx.com
(609) 662-3809

Media:
Diana Moore
Head of Global Corporate Communications
dmoore@amicusrx.com
(609) 662-5079

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FAQ

Who is Dr. Eiry W. Roberts, and what is her role at Amicus Therapeutics?

Dr. Eiry W. Roberts has been appointed to the Board of Directors at Amicus Therapeutics, bringing extensive experience in drug development.

What experience does Dr. Roberts bring to Amicus Therapeutics?

Dr. Roberts has nearly 30 years in the pharmaceutical industry, having led numerous late-stage development programs and held senior roles in major companies.

How might Dr. Roberts's appointment impact Amicus Therapeutics?

Her appointment is expected to enhance Amicus’s strategic direction and development capabilities in therapies for rare diseases.

When was Dr. Eiry W. Roberts appointed to the Board of Amicus Therapeutics?

Dr. Eiry W. Roberts was appointed to the Board on June 14, 2021.