On June 23, 2025 Galapagos NV (Euronext & NASDAQ: GLPG) reported the appointment of Mr. Aaron Cox as Chief Financial Officer, effective July 7, 2025 (Press release, Galapagos, JUN 23, 2025, View Source [SID1234654108]). Mr. Cox succeeds Mr. Thad Huston, who will remain with the company through July 31, 2025, to ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities.
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Aaron brings more than two decades of leadership experience across biotechnology, capital markets, and M&A/corporate development. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Horizon Therapeutics plc, where he played a pivotal role in the company’s $28 billion acquisition by Amgen. Prior to that, Aaron served as Horizon’s Head of Corporate Development and Chief of Staff to the CEO, supporting capital markets strategy, M&A execution, and the company’s transformation into a fully integrated biotech. His earlier career spans senior roles in investment banking.
"We are delighted to welcome Aaron to Galapagos," said Henry Gosebruch, CEO of Galapagos. "Aaron will be a key partner in accelerating pipeline growth through business development and focusing our resources through disciplined financial management. His dealmaking background and experience managing a global financial organization will be invaluable as we continue transforming Galapagos with the goal of making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients worldwide."
Aaron will lead the Finance, Accounting, Tax, Procurement, Communications and Investor Relations functions and will join the Executive Committee of Galapagos. As CFO, he will also work closely with leadership and the Board of Directors to execute transactions to build a new pipeline of innovative medicines and find a value-maximizing alternative for the cell therapy business.
"I am excited to join Galapagos at this pivotal moment," said Aaron Cox, incoming CFO of Galapagos. "I look forward to working with Henry and the talented team to help shape the company’s next chapter, create value for our shareholders, and advance meaningful innovations for patients."
Aaron holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of Notre Dame and earned his MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
In connection with this appointment, the Company will issue new restricted stock units (RSUs) and subscription rights.