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    Esperion Therapeutics Inc (ESPR)

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    Esperion Therapeutics, Inc. is a pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing oral, once-daily, non-statin medicines for patients with elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C). The company aims to address unmet needs in the treatment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH) through innovative therapies. Esperion sells medications such as NEXLETOL and NEXLIZET, which are designed to lower LDL-C levels in adults with primary hyperlipidemia.

    1. Collaboration Revenue - Generates income through agreements with international partners, including product sales and royalties.
    2. Product Sales - Sells medications like NEXLETOL and NEXLIZET, which are used to lower LDL-C in adults with primary hyperlipidemia.
    NamePositionExternal RolesShort Bio

    Sheldon L. Koenig

    ExecutiveBoard

    President and CEO

    None

    Sheldon L. Koenig joined Esperion in December 2020 as COO and became CEO in May 2021. He has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including leadership roles at Portola Pharmaceuticals and Sanofi S.A..

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    Benjamin Halladay

    Executive

    Chief Financial Officer

    None

    Benjamin Halladay joined Esperion in January 2020 and became CFO in November 2022. He has a background in financial planning and analysis, with previous roles at NOV Inc. and BMC Software.

    Benjamin Looker

    Executive

    General Counsel

    None

    Benjamin Looker joined Esperion as General Counsel in January 2022. He previously served as General Counsel at Trillium Therapeutics and held roles at MorphoSys US Inc..

    Eric Warren

    Executive

    Chief Commercial Officer

    None

    Eric Warren joined Esperion in January 2021 as VP of US Sales and Marketing, later becoming CCO in March 2022. He has held leadership roles at Nabriva Therapeutics and Sanofi S.A..

    Alan Fuhrman

    Board

    Director

    CFO of Tyra Biosciences, Board Member at SpringWorks Therapeutics

    Alan Fuhrman joined the Board in March 2020. He has over 20 years of executive financial experience and serves as CFO of Tyra Biosciences.

    J. Martin Carroll

    Board

    Chairman of the Board

    Director at Catalent Pharma Solutions

    J. Martin Carroll has been Chairman of the Board since June 2022. He has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry and serves on several boards.

    Jay P. Shepard

    Board

    Director

    Venture Partner at Catalys Pacific, Board Member at Inovio Pharmaceuticals, Board Member at Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Chairman of the Board of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation

    Jay P. Shepard joined the Board in May 2018. He has over 35 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry and holds several board positions.

    Seth H.Z. Fischer

    Board

    Director

    Lead Independent Director at Agile Therapeutics, Board Member at Marinus Pharmaceuticals, Board Member at Milestone Pharmaceuticals

    Seth H.Z. Fischer joined the Board in October 2021. He has over 35 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry and holds several board positions.

    Stephen Rocamboli

    Board

    Director

    CEO of Perla Therapeutics, Board Member at TFF Pharmaceuticals

    Stephen Rocamboli joined the Board in April 2022. He has extensive experience in life sciences and corporate development.

    Tracy M. Woody

    Board

    Director

    Board Member of Shorla Pharma

    Tracy M. Woody joined the Board in May 2019. She has over 25 years of commercial experience in pharmaceuticals and serves on the board of Shorla Pharma.

    1. Can you provide more details on the gross-to-net headwinds you're experiencing due to the recent Medicare contracts, and how do you anticipate these will impact net pricing and profitability in the coming quarters?
    2. With the expansion to over 165 million patient lives under the new utilization management criteria, have you had to make significant concessions or pricing adjustments to achieve this coverage, and do you expect further concessions to secure additional contracts?
    3. Despite the reported double-digit growth in prescriptions, what challenges do you foresee in maintaining this momentum, especially considering potential headwinds such as the Medicare coverage gap and the upcoming IRA changes?
    4. Given the 20% increase in selling, general and administrative expenses due to higher commercial headcount and promotional costs, how do you plan to manage SG&A expenses moving forward to ensure profitability if revenue growth does not meet expectations?
    5. Could you elaborate on the expected financial contributions and timelines from your international partnerships, particularly with Otsuka in Japan, and how potential delays or challenges in these markets might affect your overall financial outlook?

    Recent press releases and 8-K filings for ESPR.

    Esperion Therapeutics Announces Departure of Chief Commercial Officer
    ESPR
    Management Change
    • Departure Announcement: Eric Warren is stepping down as Chief Commercial Officer effective April 18, 2025, with no disagreement cited regarding company operations.
    • Filing Details: The Form 8-K was filed on April 4, 2025, confirming the executive change and providing pertinent company information.
    Apr 4, 2025, 12:00 AM