Peter Kies

As CFO, Mr. Kies’ primary focus is assuring INOVIO’s financial health as it reaches pipeline and commercialization goals in developing next-generation DNA medicines. As a key member of the executive leadership team, Mr. Kies is also responsible for developing and executing global financial strategy and action plans to meet the business objectives and to execute overall corporate strategy.

Prior to joining INOVIO in 2002, Mr. Kies acquired broad expertise in the functional and strategic management of biotechnology and high technology companies across the full spectrum of corporate growth, from IPO to profitability. He was previously Chief Financial Officer at Newgen Results Corporation and held positions at Cytel Corporation and Ernst & Young, LLP. He has more than 30 years of experience developing and working with biotechnology and high-tech companies.

Mr. Kies holds a B.S. degree in Business Administration from United States International University in San Diego, CA.