TELA Bio Appoints Jeffrey Blizard as President

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TELA Bio has appointed Jeffrey Blizard as President, effective immediately. Blizard, who has served on TELA Bio's Board of Directors for the past year, joins from Abiomed (a Johnson & Johnson company) where he was Global Head of Surgical Sales. His appointment strengthens TELA Bio's executive leadership team as the medical technology company enters its next growth phase. Blizard brings significant industry experience from leading medtech companies including Medtronic, Intuitive Surgical, and Boston Scientific. Under his leadership at Abiomed, the Surgical Division experienced substantial growth. CEO Antony Koblish expressed confidence that Blizard's proven track record in scaling businesses and team leadership will enhance TELA Bio's market competitiveness and drive commercial performance.

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• Appointment of experienced industry veteran Jeffrey Blizard as President with proven track record of scaling businesses
• Blizard's successful history of growing Abiomed's Surgical Division demonstrates strong commercial leadership
• Strategic addition to strengthen executive team during company's growth phase
• New President brings extensive commercial experience from leading medtech companies (Medtronic, Intuitive Surgical, Boston Scientific)

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Company Further Strengthens Executive Leadership Team to Drive Next Phase of Growth

MALVERN, Pa., June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELA Bio, Inc. (“TELA Bio”), a commercial-stage medical technology company focused on providing innovative soft-tissue reconstruction solutions, today announced the appointment of Jeffrey Blizard as President of TELA Bio, effective immediately. Mr. Blizard, who has served on TELA Bio’s Board of Directors for the past year, brings deep industry experience and proven leadership to this expanded role.

“This is an important inflection point for TELA Bio,” said Antony Koblish, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of TELA Bio. “As we move into the next phase of our growth trajectory, we believe the addition of Jeff—a highly respected leader with a track record of scaling businesses and inspiring teams—will amplify our ability to compete and win in a dynamic market. We are confident that this leadership evolution will drive meaningful commercial performance and reinforce our commitment to delivering exceptional value to our customers, partners, and shareholders.”

Mr. Blizard joins TELA Bio from Abiomed, a Johnson & Johnson company, where he served as Global Head of Surgical Sales. Under his leadership, the Surgical Division of Abiomed grew substantially over multiple years. In addition, he brings extensive commercial experience from leading medtech companies including Medtronic, Intuitive Surgical, and Boston Scientific.

“TELA Bio has built an extraordinary foundation and a differentiated portfolio that is redefining soft tissue reconstruction,” said Jeffrey Blizard, newly appointed President of TELA Bio. “I’m thrilled to join a mission-driven team with such momentum and look forward to working alongside our talented leadership and commercial teams to accelerate execution, deepen customer relationships, and scale our impact.”

About TELA Bio, Inc.

TELA Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: TELA) is a commercial-stage medical technology company focused on providing innovative technologies that optimize clinical outcomes by prioritizing the preservation and restoration of the patient’s own anatomy. The Company is committed to providing surgeons with advanced, economically effective soft-tissue reconstruction solutions that leverage the patient’s natural healing response while minimizing long-term exposure to permanent synthetic materials. For more information, visit www.telabio.com.

Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

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Investor Contact
Louisa Smith
ir@telabio.com

FAQ

Who is the new President of TELA Bio (TELA)?

Jeffrey Blizard has been appointed as President of TELA Bio, effective June 2, 2025. He previously served on TELA Bio's Board of Directors and was Global Head of Surgical Sales at Abiomed.

What is Jeffrey Blizard's background before joining TELA Bio as President?

Blizard has extensive experience in medtech, serving as Global Head of Surgical Sales at Abiomed (J&J) and holding positions at leading companies including Medtronic, Intuitive Surgical, and Boston Scientific.

Why did TELA Bio appoint a new President?

TELA Bio appointed Blizard to strengthen its executive leadership team as the company enters its next growth phase, aiming to enhance market competitiveness and drive commercial performance.

What is TELA Bio's (TELA) main business focus?

TELA Bio is a commercial-stage medical technology company focused on providing innovative soft-tissue reconstruction solutions.

Who is the CEO of TELA Bio (TELA)?

Antony Koblish is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of TELA Bio.