Bristol Myers Squibb Announces Leadership Transition

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Samit Hirawat, Chief Medical Officer and Head of Development, will leave the company by November 1, 2025, transitioning to an advisor role by August 1, 2025. Dr. Cristian Massacesi will join BMS as Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, and Head of Development, effective August 1, 2025. Dr. Hirawat will receive severance benefits, pro-rated vesting of equity awards, and an annual incentive payout for 2025.

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