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X4 Pharma cuts workforce 50%, saves ~$13M/yr; appoints new COO, execs depart
X4 Pharmaceuticals, Inc
- Workforce reduction of ~50%, expected to generate ~$13M in annualized cost savings.
- Cash charges of ~$3.3M for severance and termination-related costs; substantially complete in Q3 2025.
- COO Mary DiBiase, CCO Mark Baldry, CLO Natasha Thoren terminated; CMO Christophe Arbet-Engels resigns.
- John Volpone appointed COO in addition to his role as President; Executive Chairman Adam Craig oversees clinical development.
- Restructuring aims to focus resources on completing the 4WARD Phase 3 trial for chronic neutropenia.
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