Eric Leeds appointed senior vp at Mylan

PITTSBURGH Mylan has appointed Eric Leeds as senior vice president and head of global investor relations.

Leeds has more than 20 years of experience with capital markets. Most recently, he was senior vice president and head of investor relations at Primedia. While there, he broadened his knowledge of investor awareness by taking part in 18 acquisitions and the sale of closing of 25 businesses.

Mylan vice chairman and chief executive officer Robert Coury said: “As a significantly larger, global company, we recognize the importance of best-in-class communications and transparency and are pleased that Eric has joined our executive team to further strengthen our communications with the investment community. Eric’s strong financial background, combined with his international experience, knowledge of mergers and acquisitions and leverage, and in-depth understanding of the investment community will be invaluable in helping Mylan continue to grow its businesses and leadership positions around the world.”