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Alkermes Appoints Blair Jackson As CEO Succeeding Richard Pops, Effective August 1

Benzinga·02/25/2026 11:59:27
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— Richard Pops to Retire from Role of Chief Executive Officer Following Distinguished 35-year Career with Alkermes —

— Board of Directors Appointed Blair Jackson, Alkermes' Current Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, as CEO Effective as of August 1, 2026 —

— Richard Pops to Continue to Serve as Chairman of the Alkermes Board of Directors —

Alkermes plc (NASDAQ:ALKS) (Alkermes) today announced that Richard Pops will retire from his role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective July 31, 2026. Alkermes' Board of Directors (the Board) appointed Blair Jackson, Alkermes' current Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, as the company's next CEO, effective Aug. 1, 2026. Mr. Jackson is also expected to join the Board at that time. Following the transition, Mr. Pops will continue to serve as Chairman of the Board and will act as an advisor to the company's executive team.