Editas Medicine Names Andrew Hirsch to Board of Directors
“Andrew’s deep experience in biotechnology spans strategy, finance, and operations, and I am pleased to welcome him to our board of directors,” said
“I am delighted to join the
Mr. Hirsch has more than 20 years of experience in a range of strategic and operating roles in business, including more than 15 years in the biotech industry. Prior to his current role at Agios, Mr. Hirsch served as president and chief executive officer of BIND Therapeutics. Earlier in his career, Mr. Hirsch held various leadership roles at Avila Therapeutics and Biogen. Mr. Hirsch holds an MBA from the
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