Integrated DNA Technologies announces appointment of new president

Integrated DNA Technologies. CREDIT IDT

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) announced the appointment of a new president.

Ajay Gannerkote, former head and president of Siemens Healthineers’ ultrasound business, replaced IDT president Denaris Mills “effective immediately,” a release said.

Ajay Gannerkote is Integrated DNA Technologies' new president
Ajay Gannerkote, Integrated DNA Technologies’ new president. CREDIT INTEGRATED DNA TECHNOLOGIES

“IDT has been at the center of revolutionizing genomic solutions, and Ajay’s well-rounded experience, strategic vision, and deep operational expertise will be a great asset to the company as it embarks on an exciting new chapter,” said Ms. Mills. “I look forward to seeing Ajay apply his leadership skills to ensure IDT’s ongoing success and commitment to delivering innovative customized solutions for genomics pioneers.”

Ms. Mills assumed the role of Genomic Medicines Group executive at Danaher, the parent company of IDT. She started her new role in 2023, while simultaneously serving as IDT’s president.

In his previous role, Mr. Gannerkote led a global organization of more than 2,000 associates across more than 30 countries. Additionally, he was part of the health care operations team at a leading global equity firm and a partner at McKinsey & Company. There, he drove the development of strategic growth strategies and orchestrated operations and commercial transformation of medical device and pharmaceutical clients.

“With the genomics industry at an inflection point, I’m excited about the opportunity to lead a company on the cutting edge of life-changing research and that in turn is advancing the future of medicine, the fight against cancer, and the race to cure many life-threatening diseases,” Mr. Gannerkote said. “IDT has built a stellar reputation as an innovative genomics company that works shoulder-to-shoulder with its customers to develop tailored scientific solutions.”

Mr. Gannerkote earned an MBA with distinction from the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan and a Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering from the University of Mysore in India.