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the Vistria Group Recapitalizes Ora, Paul Colvin Appointed As CEO

PRIVATEJul 19, 2024•almost 2 years ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Ora

Paul Colvin
AndoverBiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical

Description

The Vistria Group has recapitalized Ora to support its role as the globally preferred clinical research partner of ophthalmic innovators. Paul Colvin, the Chief Operating Officer, will transition to CEO while Stuart Abelson will focus on vision, strategy, customer relationships, and organizational culture as a member of the board of directors.

Company Information

Company

Ora

Location

Andover, Massachusetts, United States

About

Ora is the world's leading full-service ophthalmic drug and device development firm with offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Asia. For over 45 years, we have proudly helped our clients earn more than 85 product approvals. We support a wide array of organizations, from start-ups to global pharmaceutical and device companies, to efficiently bring their new products from concept to market. Ora's pre-clinical and clinical models, unique methodologies, integrated clinical data solutions, and global regulatory strategies have been refined and proven across thousands of global projects. We bring together the world's most extensive and experienced team of ophthalmic experts, R&D professionals, and management executives to maximize the value of new product initiatives.

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