Cheryl R. Blanchard

Dr. Cheryl R. Blanchard is a seasoned executive with a robust technical background and a comprehensive career spanning leadership roles in both scientific and corporate environments. She is 59 years old as of the latest data and earned advanced degrees in Materials Science and Engineering along with a B.S. in Ceramic Engineering, positioning her as an expert in her field. " " "

Before joining ANIK, she held several pivotal roles including serving as the President and CEO at Microchips Biotech, Inc. and leading Blanchard Consulting, LLC. Her experience also includes key positions at Zimmer, Inc., where she contributed to advancing research and development initiatives in the medical device industry. " "

At ANIK, she began her involvement as a director in 08-2018 and was elevated to her current role as President and Chief Executive Officer on 04-26-2020. In this capacity, she has been steering the company through strategic growth and governance advancements, while also holding board positions at other public companies, further reinforcing her commitment to corporate excellence. " "

Bonus Compensation

Additional Note: The documents indicate that the annual cash bonus was designed to reward both business and individual performance; however, detailed performance metrics, thresholds, caps, weights, and conditions were not provided for 2023. " " "