BOSTON, June 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pyxis Oncology, Inc. (Nasdaq: "PYXS"), a clinical stage company focused on developing next generation therapeutics to target difficult-to-treat cancers, today announced the appointment of Michael A. Metzger to its Board of Directors, effective June 10, 2024. Mr. Metzger has over 25 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical sector, currently serving as Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board of Directors of Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNDX) since 2015.
"We are delighted to have Michael, a proven leader in our industry with a robust track record of success, join the board," said Lara S. Sullivan, M.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Pyxis Oncology. "As Pyxis Oncology continues to grow, empowered by our novel approach to developing antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), Michael's deep knowledge of the biopharmaceutical landscape and experience building companies that drive innovation will be invaluable."
"Pyxis Oncology's novel ADC approach and impressive pipeline comprised of next-generation therapeutics are aimed to target difficult-to-treat cancers and improve the quality of life of patients," said Mr. Metzger. "I look forward to working with the deeply experienced board and leadership team assembled at Pyxis Oncology to further advance the Company's mission of improving outcomes for patients with cancer."
Before joining Syndax, Mr. Metzger served in multiple senior leadership roles within the biopharmaceutical industry including CEO of Regado Biosciences leading to its merger with Tobira Therapeutics and sale to Allergan, COO of Mersana Therapeutics and senior business development roles at Forest Laboratories. Michael most recently served ...