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Melinta Therapeutics President and CEO Christine Ann Miller Elected to Board of Directors of Iveric Bio

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Melinta Therapeutics announced that its President and CEO, Christine Ann Miller, has joined the Board of Directors of IVERIC bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: ISEE). This move is effective immediately and aims to bolster Iveric's leadership as it prepares for the potential launch of its treatment for age-related macular degeneration. With over 20 years of experience in life sciences, Miller's prior achievements include directing over 50 product launches at Sandoz, generating over $300 million in new annual revenue. The addition is expected to strengthen Iveric's commitment to patient outcomes.

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  • Christine Ann Miller brings over 20 years of experience in life sciences, which could enhance Iveric's strategic direction.
  • Miller's leadership is expected to assist in the potential launch of Zimura® for age-related macular degeneration, addressing significant patient needs.
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  • There may be concerns regarding continuity and experience gaps given the change in board composition.

MORRISTOWN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Melinta Therapeutics, LLC (“Melinta”), a commercial-stage company providing innovative therapies for acute and life-threatening illnesses, announced today that President and Chief Executive Officer Christine Ann Miller has been elected to the Board of Directors of IVERIC bio, Inc. (Nasdaq: ISEE), effective immediately.

Melinta Therapeutics President and Chief Executive Officer Christine Ann Miller (Photo: Business Wire)

Melinta Therapeutics President and Chief Executive Officer Christine Ann Miller (Photo: Business Wire)

Iveric Bio is a science-driven biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of novel treatments for retinal diseases with significant unmet medical needs. The Company is committed to having a positive impact on patients’ lives by delivering high-quality, safe and effective treatments designed to address debilitating retina diseases including all stages of age-related macular degeneration.

“I am thrilled to join the impressive Iveric Bio board and to have the opportunity to work with a highly dedicated executive team at this pivotal time,” said Ms. Miller. “I look forward to contributing my insight and expertise to a Company that is committed to delivering treatments for debilitating retina diseases and having a positive impact on patients’ lives.”

Iveric Bio Chief Executive Officer Glenn P. Sblendorio said, “We are excited to welcome Christine, a highly qualified executive in the life-science industry, to our Board of Directors. Christine’s leadership, commercial and supply chain management experience and commitment to patients will serve us well as we prepare for a potential launch of Zimura® (avacincaptad pegol) in geographic atrophy secondary to age-related macular degeneration. We believe her addition to our Board of Directors is part of our continued commitment to build a strong Board of Directors that can guide the growth of the Company and best represent our shareholders.”

A global pharmaceutical veteran with more than 20 years of experience in life sciences, Ms. Miller has led Melinta and its executive team since joining the firm in August 2020. Prior to her current role, Ms. Miller led the global and U.S. product portfolio for Sandoz, a $10 billion division of Novartis, where she was responsible for transitioning the portfolio toward rapid-growth and higher-margin segments such as complex generics and value-added medicines, while continuing to build the branded generics business. Her achievements at Sandoz included directing more than 50 product launches that generated more than $300 million of new annual revenue, closing numerous business development acquisitions, and building a robust five-year development and acquisition product pipeline.

In addition to her work at Sandoz, Ms. Miller spent more than a decade at Actavis (now Allergan) and its predecessor Watson Pharmaceuticals, where she led the preparation of numerous product launches and held leadership roles in both R&D operations and supply chain management. She began her career as a chemical engineer and procurement analyst at Merck.

Ms. Miller earned her Master in Business Administration and Master in Technology Management degrees at Stevens Institute of Technology, as well as her Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

About Melinta Therapeutics

Melinta Therapeutics, LLC provides innovative therapies to people impacted by acute and life-threatening illnesses. Our portfolio currently includes five commercial-stage antibiotics: Baxdela® (delafloxacin), Kimyrsa™ (oritavancin), Minocin® (minocycline) for Injection, Orbactiv® (oritavancin), and Vabomere® (meropenem and vaborbactam). With an unsurpassed commitment to providers and the patients they serve, we work to ensure that all people who need our therapies can receive them. We focus our expanding portfolio on serving patients with an unmet need because that’s how we make the most meaningful impact. At Melinta, we’re visionaries dedicated to innovation while staying grounded in what matters most: patients. Visit our website for more information.

Melinta Contact Information:

Susan Blum

Chief Financial Officer

Melinta Therapeutics

312-767-0296

info@melinta.com

Iveric Bio Contact Information:

Investor / Media Contact:

Kathy Galante

Senior Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications

Iveric Bio

212-845-8231

kathy.galante@ivericbio.com

Media Contact:

Alex Van Rees

SmithSolve

973-442-1555, x111

alex.vanrees@smithsolve.com

Source: Melinta Therapeutics, LLC

FAQ

Who is Christine Ann Miller and what is her role at IVERIC bio?

Christine Ann Miller is the President and CEO of Melinta Therapeutics, recently elected to the Board of Directors of IVERIC bio, Inc.

What is the significance of Christine Ann Miller joining IVERIC bio's board?

Miller's extensive experience in life sciences is expected to strengthen IVERIC's leadership as it approaches the launch of new treatments.

How might Christine Ann Miller's experience benefit IVERIC bio?

Her past achievements include launching over 50 products that generated significant revenue, which could positively impact IVERIC's strategic initiatives.

When did Christine Ann Miller join IVERIC bio's Board of Directors?

Christine Ann Miller joined the Board of Directors of IVERIC bio, Inc. effective immediately upon the announcement.

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