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Alumnus Michael Byrnes : Joins Alkahest as CFO

Alumnus Michael Byrnes ‘00 joins Alkahest as Chief Financial Officer.

Leavey School of Business finance alumnus Michael Byrnes ‘00 was appointed as Chief Financial Officer of Alkahest, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases and other age-related conditions. Byrnes has upwards of 15 years of experience constructing and leading financial organizations particularly in public life science companies.

"We are delighted to further expand our leadership team as we work to bring innovative medicines to patients with Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease and other serious diseases of aging," said Alkahest's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Karoly Nikolich, PhD, in a recent press release.

"I am excited to join Alkahest's leadership team during such a transformational period for the Company,” commented Byrnes in the press release. “Alkahest's unique approach to the treatment of age-related diseases has the potential to positively impact millions of patients and their families around the world. I am pleased to be part of shaping the future for Alkahest and seeking to deliver value to our many stakeholders."

Find the full press release here »

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