AVITA Medical (RCEL) announced leadership changes. Effective October 16, 2025, James Corbett departed as Chief Executive Officer and director; the company stated his departure was not due to any disagreement regarding operations, policies, or practices. The Board appointed Chairman Cary Vance as Interim CEO, and named Jan Reed as Lead Independent Director.
Vance brings nearly 30 years of healthcare leadership experience, including CEO roles at PhotoniCare, Titan Medical, and others. As Interim CEO, he will receive an annual base salary of $702,000 and a guaranteed bonus of $140,000 for fiscal 2025. For fiscal 2026, he is eligible for a target bonus equal to 80% of base salary, with half guaranteed and half tied to performance metrics, subject to continued service through the one-year anniversary of the effective date. He will forgo Board compensation while serving as Interim CEO and will be reimbursed for commuting expenses per company policy.