A maker of the nearly invisible teeth-straightening trays known as Invisalign, plus iTero scanners and exocad software that let dentists plan treatment on screen instead of using metal braces. Founded in 1997 by two Stanford business students, the idea grew from co-founder Zia Chishti noticing that a series of custom retainers could gradually move teeth. Its name blends "invisible" and "align," and its trays have treated more than twenty million patients worldwide.
Align Technology will appoint three new independent directors with healthcare, technology, and operational expertise following discussions with Elliott Investment Management.
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The company has engaged a global consulting firm to conduct a strategic and operating model review focused on commercial excellence, margin expansion, and earnings growth.
Align increased its 2026 share repurchase commitment to $400 million to $500 million of common stock.
The actions follow constructive discussions with Elliott Investment Management, one of Align's largest investors.
The company intends to update shareholders on the strategic review and material initiatives as they progress.
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Align Technology Chairman C. Raymond Larkin Jr. to retire; Kevin Conroy appointed Chairman effective July 1, 2026
Larkin's resignation is not due to any disagreement with the Company; he will continue on the Board and Nominating and Governance Committee through December 31, 2026.
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C. Raymond Larkin, Jr. notified the Board on June 17, 2026, that he will retire as Chairman effective July 1, 2026, and as a Board member effective December 31, 2026.
Kevin Conroy, an independent director since December 2023, will succeed Larkin as Chairman effective July 1, 2026.
Conroy has served as Chair of the Compensation and Human Capital Committee since January 2026 and was previously CEO of Exact Sciences until its acquisition by Abbott Laboratories in March 2026.
The transition was announced in a press release on June 18, 2026, furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
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