LivaNova plc (LIVN) Appoints Susan Podlogar as Director

LivaNova PLC (Nasdaq: LIVN), a market-leading medical technology company, announced its Board of Directors has appointed Susan Podlogar to the Board, effective today. Podlogar will serve on the Compensation and Human Capital Management Committee for the Board.

“LivaNova’s Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Susan Podlogar,” said William Kozy, Chair of the Board. “Susan is a visionary leader with three decades of experience in leading business, talent, and cultural transformations at recognized global companies. She possesses a sharp understanding of the ever-changing global business landscape and will be a tremendous asset to the Board.”

Podlogar’s career spans 30 years, holding key global leadership positions at prominent institutions in the consulting, scientific, and financial sectors. Most recently, she served as the Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer at MetLife from July 2017 until her retirement in June 2024. Prior to MetLife, Podlogar spent 16 years at Johnson & Johnson in various leadership roles, including: Global Head, Human Resources Medical Devices; Global Head of Total Rewards and Head Human Resources for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa; and Global Head, Human Resources and Communications Pharmaceutical R&D. Early career highlights include positions with Bayer Pharmaceutical, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and William M. Mercer. She holds an MBA from the University of South Florida and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside.

“What an honor to join the Board for LivaNova, knowing that the Company’s life-changing medical technologies advance the quality of life for patients around the world,” said Podlogar. “I look forward to using my experiences to help LivaNova deepen the commitment to patients and customers, while driving value for the shareholders.”

With this appointment, the LivaNova Board is now comprised of 10 Directors.

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