OSRH 8-K
OSR Health, Inc. (OSRH)
UNITED STATES
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Section 5 - Corporate Governance and Management
Item 5.02 – Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers
(c) Appointment of Chief Scientific Officer
On March 24, 2025, the Board of Directors of OSR Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) appointed Dr. Constance Höfer as the Company’s Chief Scientific Officer, effective immediately.
Dr. Höfer is a seasoned leader in drug development with over 20 years of experience in oncology and immunology and will oversee OSR Holdings’ scientific strategy and innovation pipeline. Dr. Höfer joins OSR Holdings from Merck Healthcare, where she led global programs spanning from preclinical to late-stage clinical development. Prior to Merck, she held senior leadership positions at Sandoz Biopharmaceuticals, Priaxon AG, and Medigene AG, playing a key role in advancing therapeutic programs across various modalities, including New Biological Entities (NBEs), New Chemical Entities (NCEs), nucleotides, and viral and cell-based therapies. Coupled with her extensive industry experience and a PhD in Pharmacology from the University of Newcastle, Dr. Höfer has a strong foundation in clinical pharmacology and translational medicine, ensuring a seamless transition from early-stage research to successful clinical development.
In connection with Dr. Höfer’s appointment, the Company entered into an employment agreement (the “Agreement”) with Dr. Höfer, which provides for her compensation and other employment terms. Under the Agreement, Dr. Höfer will receive:
| ● | A base salary of $300,000.00 per year; |
| ● | Participation in Equity-based Compensation Plan of the Company, as determined at the discretion of the Company’s Compensation Committee; and |
| ● | Other customary benefits available to executive officers of the Company. |
There are no arrangements or understandings between Dr. Höfer and any other person pursuant to which she was selected as an officer. Additionally, Dr. Höfer does not have any family relationships with any director or executive officer of the Company. Further, Dr. Höfer has no related-party transactions reportable under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
The Company issued a press release regarding Dr. Höfer’s appointment, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 9.01 – Financial Statements and Exhibits
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| 99.1 | Press Release dated March 25, 2025, announcing the appointment of Dr. Constance Höfer as Chief Scientific Officer. |
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
OSR HOLDINGS, INC.
| By: | /s/ Peter Kuk Hyoun Hwang | |
| Name: | Peter Kuk Hyoun Hwang | |
| Title: | Chief Executive Officer | |
| Date: | March 25, 2025 |
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Exhibit 99.1
OSR Holdings Appoints Dr. Constance Höfer as Chief Scientific Officer
March 25, 2025 — OSR Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSRH), a global healthcare company dedicated to advancing healthcare outcomes and improving the quality of life for people and their families, today announced the appointment of Dr. Constance Höfer as its new Chief Scientific Officer (CSO). Dr. Höfer, a seasoned leader in drug development with over 20 years of experience in oncology and immunology, will oversee OSR Holdings’ scientific strategy and innovation pipeline.
Dr. Höfer joins OSR Holdings from Merck Healthcare, where she led global programs spanning from preclinical to late-stage clinical development. Prior to Merck, she held senior leadership positions at Sandoz Biopharmaceuticals, Priaxon AG, and Medigene AG, playing a key role in advancing therapeutic programs across various modalities, including New Biological Entities (NBEs), New Chemical Entities (NCEs), nucleotides, and viral and cell-based therapies.
Regarding her new appointment, Dr. Höfer said "I am honored to join the distinguished team at OSR Holdings and eager to leverage my extensive drug development experience to advance novel therapies across multiple modalities and therapeutic areas. I look forward to collaborating with my colleagues to improve the lives of patients.”
Coupled with her extensive industry experience and a PhD in Pharmacology from the University of Newcastle, Dr. Höfer has a strong foundation in clinical pharmacology and translational medicine, ensuring a seamless transition from early-stage research to successful clinical development.
“We are thrilled to welcome Constance to OSR Holdings. Her depth of experience and proven leadership in drug development will be instrumental in driving our scientific strategy forward,” said Kuk Hyoun Hwang, CEO of OSR Holdings. “With her deep understanding of preclinical-to-clinical transition strategies and regulatory pathways, she will play a pivotal role in optimizing our pipeline and accelerating the development of breakthrough therapies for patients worldwide.”
Dr. Höfer’s appointment reinforces OSR Holdings’ commitment to advancing cutting-edge therapeutic solutions and strengthening its R&D capabilities. Her expertise will enhance the company’s ability to identify and develop promising drug candidates, streamline clinical development, and improve regulatory success rates. By leveraging her experience in biologics, small molecules, and other advanced therapeutic modalities, OSR Holdings aims to accelerate the translation of innovative research into clinical applications, expand its footprint in oncology and immunology, and drive long-term value for both patients and stakeholders.
About OSR Holdings, Inc.
OSR Holdings, Inc. (OSR) is a global healthcare company dedicated to advancing healthcare outcomes and improving the quality of life for people and their families. OSR aims to build and develop a robust portfolio of innovative and potentially transformative therapies and healthcare solutions. Its current operating businesses (through three wholly owned subsidiaries) include (i) developing oral immunotherapies for the treatment of cancer, (ii) developing design-augmented biologics for age-related and other degenerative diseases and (iii) neurovascular intervention medical device and systems distribution in Korea. OSR’s vision is to acquire and operate a portfolio of innovative health-care related companies globally.
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