What changed
The Board increased its size to thirteen members and appointed Daniel L. Comas, age 62, and Robert M. Hershberg, age 63, effective October 9, 2026. Comas previously served as Danaher's Executive Vice President from April 2005 through December 2020, including as Chief Financial Officer from April 2005 through December 2018, and earned $525,000 in 2025 and $393,750 in 2026 under a consulting agreement terminated effective September 30, 2026. Hershberg, former President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of HilleVax, was also appointed to the Science and Technology Committee. Alan G. Spoon will retire effective as of the 2027 annual meeting and will not stand for re-election.
Why it matters
The Board increased its size to thirteen members and appointed Daniel L. Comas, age 62, and Robert M. Hershberg, age 63, effective October 9, 2026. Comas previously served as Danaher's Executive Vice