Changes to the Roche Enlarged Corporate Executive Committee

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Roche (OTCQX: RHHBY) announced that Nina Schwab-Hautzinger (born 1975) will be appointed Head of Group Communications and join the enlarged Corporate Executive Committee effective 1 February 2026.

Schwab-Hautzinger rejoins Roche from BASF where she was Head of Corporate Communications and Government Relations. She previously spent 13 years at Roche in senior communications roles and has led a healthcare practice at a strategic communications consultancy in Singapore. Her academic background includes studies at University of Mannheim, University of Waterloo, and a doctorate from University of Zurich.

CEO Thomas Schinecker thanked the outgoing Head of Group Communications, Barbara Schaedler, who will remain to ensure a smooth hand-over.

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• Appointment effective 1 February 2026
• 13-year prior tenure at Roche in senior communications roles
• Rejoins Roche from BASF as Head of Corporate Communications and Government Relations

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• Current Head of Group Communications will stay on longer to manage the hand-over

Basel, 23 October 2025 - Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) announced today that Nina Schwab-Hautzinger (1975) has been appointed Head of Group Communications and a member of the enlarged Corporate Executive Committee effective 1 February 2026.

Nina Schwab-Hautzinger rejoins Roche from her role at BASF as Head of Corporate Communications and Government Relations. During her previous thirteen year tenure at Roche, Nina Schwab-Hautzinger held various communications leadership roles such as Head of Corporate Brand & Communications at the Group level and Head of Communications & Public Affairs for Pharma in Germany.  She has also led the healthcare practice in a strategic communications consultancy in Singapore.

Nina Schwab-Hautzinger studied at the University of Mannheim, Germany and the University of Waterloo, Canada. She received her doctorate from the University of Zurich, Switzerland, Department of Communication and Media Research.

Roche’s CEO Thomas Schinecker: “I am pleased to announce that Nina Schwab-Hautzinger will be returning to Roche as Head of Group Communications and will join Roche’s executive leadership team. In today’s rapidly evolving world, clear and impactful communication is a critical success factor both internally and externally for any company. Nina’s extensive expertise, expansive network, and her experience across global, regional, and local contexts will be instrumental in advancing our long-term strategic ambitions. I would like to thank the current Head of Group Communications, Barbara Schaedler, for staying on longer to ensure a smooth hand-over." 

About Roche
Founded in 1896 in Basel, Switzerland, as one of the first industrial manufacturers of branded medicines, Roche has grown into the world’s largest biotechnology company and the global leader in in-vitro diagnostics. The company pursues scientific excellence to discover and develop medicines and diagnostics for improving and saving the lives of people around the world. We are a pioneer in personalised healthcare and want to further transform how healthcare is delivered to have an even greater impact. To provide the best care for each person we partner with many stakeholders and combine our strengths in Diagnostics and Pharma with data insights from the clinical practice.

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FAQ

Who is Nina Schwab-Hautzinger and what role was announced at Roche (RHHBY)?

Nina Schwab-Hautzinger was appointed Head of Group Communications and will join Roche's enlarged Corporate Executive Committee.

When does Nina Schwab-Hautzinger start as Head of Group Communications at Roche (RHHBY)?

Her appointment is effective 1 February 2026.

What experience does Nina Schwab-Hautzinger bring to Roche (RHHBY)?

She spent 13 years at Roche in senior communications roles and most recently served as Head of Corporate Communications and Government Relations at BASF.

Will the current Head of Group Communications at Roche (RHHBY) leave immediately after the announcement?

No; Barbara Schaedler will stay on longer to ensure a smooth hand-over.

Does Nina Schwab-Hautzinger have international communications experience relevant to Roche (RHHBY)?

Yes; she led a healthcare practice at a strategic communications consultancy in Singapore and has held global and regional roles.

What is Nina Schwab-Hautzinger's academic background noted by Roche (RHHBY)?

She studied at the University of Mannheim, University of Waterloo, and holds a doctorate from the University of Zurich.