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MiniMed Adds Alcon CEO Endicott and Medtronic Executive Burman to Board

Jun 29, 2026, 9:08 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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MiniMed announced the addition of David Endicott and Linnea Burman to its board, expanding the board from nine to 11 members. Endicott, CEO of Alcon, brings global healthcare leadership and public-company experience; Burman, a Medtronic executive, adds MedTech operating depth. The appointments bolster MiniMed's governance as it continues its transition to an independent diabetes-technology leader.

MMED appoints Alcon CEO Endicott to the board; board expands to 11.
Linnea Burman from Medtronic joins board, adding MedTech operating depth.
Endicott will serve on Compensation and Talent Committee; governance strength cited.
Medtronic remains majority shareholder; strengthens alignment with MiniMed independence.

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