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Karen L. Ling joins Galderma’s Advisory Committee

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Galderma, the largest independent dermatology company, announced the appointment of Karen L. Ling to its Advisory Committee, effective March 1, 2022. Ms. Ling brings over 25 years of global human resources experience from executive positions at AIG, Allergan, Merck, and Wyeth, focusing on talent management and organizational culture. Currently, she serves on the Boards of iRhythm Technologies (NASDAQ: IRTC) and TherapeuticsMD (NASDAQ: TXMD). Both Thomas Ebeling and Flemming Ørnskov expressed enthusiasm about her joining, highlighting her strengths in human capital management and diversity initiatives.

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  • Karen Ling's appointment enhances Galderma's Advisory Committee with her extensive human resources expertise.
  • Her previous roles at major multinationals can improve shareholder relations and attract talent.
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ZUG, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Galderma, the world’s largest independent dermatology company, announced today that Karen L. Ling will join its Advisory Committee, effective March 1, 2022.

Karen Ling has a tremendous track record in executive roles at AIG, Allergan, Merck and Wyeth, guiding compensation, culture and program strategies that greatly improved shareholder relations and attracted and retained competitive talent. She is an accomplished global human resources executive with more than 25 years of pharmaceutical industry experience.

Ms. Ling recently retired from her role as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of American International Group, Inc. (AIG). In this role, she oversaw all aspects of human capital management, including talent development, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, and diversity, equity and inclusion. At Allergan, as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, she unified multiple, successive acquisitions. She was also instrumental in various innovative compensation programs for the executive leadership team, focused on increasing shareholder value.

 

“I am very pleased to welcome Ms. Ling to Galderma. She
brings to Galderma’s Advisory Committee her extensive
expertise in the area of human resources management, having
led the human capital function at major multinational
companies. She also has wide experience in mergers and
acquisitions – leading seamless integrations and unifying
multiple acquisitions under a shared mission and brand.”

 

THOMAS EBELING

CHAIRMAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE, GALDERMA

 

Ms. Ling currently sits on the Board of Directors and Compensation Committee of iRhythm Technologies (NASDAQ: IRTC) and also sits on the Board of Directors and is Chair of the Compensation Committee of TherapeuticsMD (NASDAQ: TXMD). In addition, she sits on the Board of two non-profit organizations, ExpandED and the JED Foundation. Ms. Ling holds a Juris Doctor from the Boston University School of Law and earned her undergraduate degree from Yale University.

 

“We are thrilled that Karen Ling has decided to join us. Karen has
been a strategic advisor to several Boards of Directors and has
been a member of the executive leadership teams of a number of
global corporations. Karen also has great experience in building
strong performance-based and inclusive organizational cultures.
This appointment will certainly strengthen our Advisory
Committee and also shows our commitment to diversity at
Galderma.”

 

FLEMMING ØRNSKOV, M.D., MPH

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, GALDERMA

 

About Galderma
Galderma is the world’s largest independent dermatology company, present in approximately 100 countries. Since our inception in 1981, we have been driven by a complete dedication to dermatology. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of sophisticated brands and services across Aesthetics, Consumer Care and Prescription Medicine. Focused on the needs of consumers and patients, we work in partnership with healthcare professionals to ensure superior outcomes. Because we understand that the skin we’re in shapes our life stories, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story. For more information: www.galderma.com.

Media contact

Christian Marcoux

Chief Communications Officer

christian.marcoux@galderma.com

+41 76 315 26 50

Source: Galderma

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Who is Karen L. Ling and what is her role at Galderma?

Karen L. Ling is a global human resources executive appointed to Galderma's Advisory Committee effective March 1, 2022.

What companies are associated with Karen L. Ling?

Karen L. Ling currently serves on the Boards of iRhythm Technologies (NASDAQ: IRTC) and TherapeuticsMD (NASDAQ: TXMD).

What experience does Karen L. Ling bring to Galderma?

Karen Ling has over 25 years of experience in human resources at companies like AIG, Allergan, Merck, and Wyeth.

When did Karen L. Ling join Galderma's Advisory Committee?

Karen L. Ling joined Galderma's Advisory Committee effective March 1, 2022.

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