Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-01-12
Thermo Fisher Scientific Announces Key Leadership Changes
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. announced on January 12, 2026, that Michel Lagarde, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, and Frederick M. Lowery, Executive Vice President, will depart the company to pursue other opportunities. Lagarde will leave on March 31, 2026, and Lowery on February 28, 2026. Effective March 1, 2026, the company will update its leadership team with Marc N. Casper as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Gianluca Pettiti as President and Chief Operating Officer, and Michael Shafer in an expanded role reporting directly to the CEO.
- Filer
- Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. TMO · NYSE
- Filed
- Accession
- 0001140361-26-000871
- CIK
- 0000097745
- Signal
- High impactHealthcare
- Source
- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
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About Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is a world-leading biotechnology company that provides essential tools and services for life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and healthcare industries. Renowned for its extensive portfolio, the company specializes in offering innovative laboratory products, analytical instruments, and software solutions critical for research, diagnostics, and clinical applications. Thermo Fisher enables scientists to perform complex experiments with cutting-edge technology, from DNA sequencing and cell analysis to clinical diagnostics and specialty chemicals. Serving a vast array of sectors, the company impacts fields such as diagnostics, genetic engineering, and environmental monitoring. Its strategic acquisitions and collaborations strengthen its market presence, making it a go-to partner for scientific advancements and innovation. With operations spanning over 50 countries, Thermo Fisher plays a pivotal role in driving scientific discovery and improving health outcomes globally.
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