Xilio brings in a 30-year biotech veteran as board member
Xilio Therapeutics (Nasdaq: XLO) has appointed Cheryl R. Blanchard, Ph.D., a biotech veteran with over 30 years of experience, to its board of directors, effective April 16, 2026. Dr. Blanchard's expertise in biologics, devices, and commercial strategy, including her current role as executive chair of Anika, is expected to support Xilio's masked immuno-oncology pipeline. This appointment follows the departure of Christina Rossi from the board on April 15, 2026.