IRTC - iRhythm Technologies climbs 8% names new executive head

Digital healthcare company, iRhythm Technologies (NASDAQ:IRTC) appoints Quentin Blackford as President and CEO and a member of the Board of Directors effective October 4, 2021. Mr. Blackford is an industry leader and brings more than 20 years of experience scaling premier innovative medical device and digital health companies, including most recently as COO of Dexcom a leader of diabetes care technology. “Quentin is a world-class leader who has been at the center of growth and market expansion at multiple premier medtech companies. Quentin has a strong track record of engaging teams to instill excellence across global operations. He shares our commitment to innovation and appreciates the important role it has in improving lives. We are delighted to welcome him to iRhythm to drive our next phase of growth.” commented Abhijit Talwalkar, Chairman of the Board.  Stock trades 8% higher at $51.90 during before market hours.

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iRhythm Technologies climbs 8%, names new executive head