Exhibit 99.1
MIMEDX Appoints Joseph H. Capper as Chief Executive Officer and Director
Highly experienced and accomplished three-time healthcare CEO with a proven track record of substantial value creation to lead MIMEDX
MARIETTA, Ga., January 30, 2023 — MiMedx Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDXG) (“MIMEDX” or the “Company”), a pioneer and leader in placental biologics, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Joseph H. Capper as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and a director of the Company, effective immediately. Todd Newton, who has served as the Company’s interim CEO since September 2022 will remain in his role on the Board of Directors.
Mr. Capper joins MIMEDX with nearly 30 years of MedTech and Life Sciences experience. He has successfully led several organizations, most recently serving as the CEO of BioTelemetry, where he guided the company through a significant turn-around, taking BioTelemetry from a micro-cap company and culminating with its acquisition by Royal Philips for $2.8 billion. Prior to BioTelemetry, Joe served as President and CEO of both Home Diagnostics and CCS Medical, which were also acquired at substantial premiums from Mr. Capper’s entry. Joe brings with him a wealth of commercial experience, having held several leadership roles earlier in his career during the decade he spent with Bayer AG. Additionally, Mr. Capper was an officer in the U.S. Navy serving with distinction as a naval aviator. He received his undergraduate degree in Accounting from West Chester University and MBA in International Finance from George Washington University.
“We are thrilled to welcome Joe to MIMEDX as the new CEO,” stated M. Kathleen Behrens, Ph.D., Chairperson of MIMEDX’s Board. “Over the past several months, the search committee has conducted an evaluation of very strong candidates for this role. Our focus has been to find an experienced executive, with a track record of delivering results, who shares in our enthusiasm for the future of this Company. In Joe, we believe we have found a proven and dynamic leader that combines a wealth of experience in MedTech and a track record of numerous value-creating achievements over the course of his career. Joe has demonstrated the ability to lead large organizations, drive sustained growth and clearly understands how to maximize the value of an organization.”
“I am extremely excited for the opportunity to lead MIMEDX at this pivotal juncture in the company’s evolution,” stated Mr. Capper. “I was attracted to MIMEDX as it possesses key components which are essential for future success: market-leading technology, a rich product pipeline, an experienced commercial leadership team and a strong financial profile. There is a growing need from clinicians and patients for better solutions to aid in the healing process. With the right strategic focus, targeted investments, and a culture of execution, I am confident MIMEDX will be poised for significant growth. I believe there will be no shortage of opportunities for us to expand and profitably scale this business. I look forward to applying my decades of experience to improve patient care and to maximize the full potential of MIMEDX.”