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ALX Oncology Appoints Allison Dillon as Chief Business Officer
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ALX Oncology Holdings Inc., (“ALX Oncology” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: ALXO), an immuno-oncology
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[{"type":"text","content":"SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ALX Oncology Holdings Inc., (“ALX Oncology” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: ALXO), an immuno-oncology company developing therapies that block the CD47 immune checkpoint pathway, today announced the appointment of Allison Dillon, Ph.D., as Chief Business Officer (“CBO”). “We are excited to welcome Allison to our leadership team in the midst of this promising growth period for our Company,” said Jason Lettmann, Chief Executive Officer of ALX Oncology. “For over 15 years, Allison has worked to develop and deliver novel oncology products to patients with cancer. With multiple clinical study readouts over the next 12 months, Allison’s deep oncology market expertise and impressive track record in executing portfolio, development, and commercial strategy will be vital in our endeavor to propel evorpacept to its full potential as a first-in-class, universal combination agent with anti-cancer antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, and checkpoint inhibitors.” “Evorpacept has immense potential to positively impact the lives of people with cancer,” said Dr. Dillon, CBO of ALX Oncology. “With near-term clinical trial readouts and a strong balance sheet, ALX Oncology is well positioned for greater success. I am thrilled to begin working with this impressive team as we continue elevating our science and value through this exciting next chapter.” Dr. Dillon joined ALX Oncology from Calithera Biosciences, where she most recently served as Senior Vice President of Commercial and Portfolio Strategy until 2023. During her time at Calithera, Dr. Dillon spearheaded commercial planning across a pipeline of hematology, solid tumors, and cystic fibrosis molecules. As Senior Vice President, Dr. Dillon also led corporate communications, including public and investor relations functions. Dr. Dillon helped oversee successful fundraising activities and acquisition of drugs such as mivavotinib and sapansertib from Takeda. Prior to joining Calithera in 2017, Dr. Dillon’s expertise on pre- and post-launch commercialization strategy grew during her time at Genentech. Dr. Dillon drove the commercial launch plan for the initial launch of TECENTRIQ® (atezolizumab) in the US, and multiple subsequent launches, later serving as the Marketing Lead for GU indications. Additionally, she was the U.S. commercial repre...