Reaction Biology Appoints Richard Kollender CFO, CBO

Reaction Biology, a provider of drug discovery services, has appointed Richard S. Kollender to the positions of Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Business Officer (CBO) and member of the Executive Committee, effective immediately, to further strengthen the leadership team and support the Company’s next stage of growth. 
 
“We are thrilled to welcome Rich, a seasoned healthcare finance and operations executive, to the Executive Committee of Reaction Biology,” said John H. Johnson, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Reaction Biology. “Having managed large, global biopharmaceutical and life sciences organizations over the course of his career, Rich brings invaluable expertise and insights to Reaction in our Company’s evolution as a world leader in drug discovery services.” 
 

Mr. Kollender has more than 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Prior to joining Reaction Biology, he served as Strongbridge BioPharma’s President and Chief Financial Officer and was responsible for strengthening the company’s financial position and footprint as a successful rare disease organization until it was acquired by Xeris Biopharma, Inc., in October 2021. 
 
“Reaction Biology is entering a pivotal phase in its development as a preferred partner to biopharmaceutical companies in the exciting and ever-changing area of drug discovery,” said Richard S. Kollender. “I look forward to drawing from my corporate finance and business operations experience to deliver value to our customers, as well as the provider and patient communities who seek safe and effective therapeutic innovations.”