Avantor CEO Transition Announcement
Avantor, a global leader in providing critical products and services to the life sciences and advanced technology sectors, has just announced that Michael Stubblefield will be stepping down as Director, President, and CEO once a successor is appointed. The board has started the process of finding the next CEO, led by an executive search firm, and expects to move quickly through the selection process.
The Chairman of the Board, Jonathan Peacock, expressed gratitude to Michael for his dedicated leadership over the past decade, which has helped Avantor become a major player in the life sciences tools industry. The board is seeking a successor who has a proven track record of driving growth and value creation. Avantor’s strong foundation and global reach position the company well for future success in serving life sciences and technology customers.
Michael Stubblefield shared his pride in leading Avantor’s transformation into a top life science tools company that provides critical products to customers worldwide. He looks forward to continuing to support the company during the CEO transition.
Due to his longstanding tenure with Avantor, Mr. Stubblefield will assist the new CEO, once appointed, until February 2026 to ensure a smooth transition. In addition to this CEO transition news, Avantor has also released its financial results for the first quarter of 2025. A conference call will be held today, April 25, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss these results. The webcast and presentation will be available on Avantor’s investor website.
Avantor prides itself on being a key player in the life sciences industry, working closely with customers to support breakthroughs in medicine, healthcare, and technology. With a global presence in 180 countries and a broad portfolio of products and services, Avantor continues to drive innovation in the industry. Stay updated on Avantor’s latest news and updates by visiting their website and following them on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.
