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IZB appoints Gnam as its new managing director.

Starting April 1st, Christian Gnam assumes the role of managing director at the Biotechnology Innovation and Founder Center (IZB), replacing Peter Hanns Zobel who held the position for 28 years. Zobel's successor, Gnam, is an accomplished manager with an extensive international network....

IZB appoints Gnam as its new managing director
IZB appoints Gnam as its new managing director

IZB appoints Gnam as its new managing director.

New Leadership at Europe's Leading Biotechnology Centre

After a successful 28-year tenure, Peter Hanns Zobel is stepping down as Managing Director of the Innovation and Founder Center Biotechnology (IZB), one of Europe's leading biotechnology centres. From April 1, Christian Gnam will take over the role.

Christian Gnam, an experienced manager with a significant international network, brings a wealth of knowledge to the IZB. His previous role was at InsurTech Hub Munich (ITHM), where he served as Managing Director. Before that, he held the position of CEO at the IZB itself.

The IZB, which operates Innovation and Founder Centers for Biotechnology in Planegg-Martinsried and Freising-Weihenstephan, is a globally recognised innovation platform for the biotechnology industry. Under Peter Hanns Zobel's leadership, it has grown into a key player in the European biotech scene.

With Christian Gnam at the helm, the IZB is poised to continue its growth and innovation. Gnam's extensive experience in the insurance industry, as evidenced by his time at InsurTech Hub Munich, will undoubtedly prove valuable in navigating the complex landscape of the biotech industry.

As the IZB enters this new chapter, it remains committed to fostering innovation, supporting start-ups, and driving advancements in the field of biotechnology. With Christian Gnam at the helm, the centre looks forward to a bright and promising future.

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