WAUWATOSA, Wis., November 20, 2015 — GE Healthcare (NYSE: GE) today announced the appointment of Lee Cooper as president and CEO of GE Healthcare’s United States and Canada (USCAN) region, effective January 1, 2016. Cooper succeeds Marcelo Mosci, who is retiring from GE on April 1, 2016, after 16 years with the company.

Cooper, currently the vice president of global sales and marketing with GE Energy Management, is a 25-year GE veteran and a seasoned commercial leader. He brings a wealth of commercial experience to GE Healthcare and previously served as GE’s Chief Commercial Officer, where he was instrumental in driving commercial intensity by removing bureaucracy, improving processes, and enabling local decision-making.

“The healthcare markets in the United States and Canada are incredibly competitive,” John Flannery, president and CEO, GE Healthcare said. “We have selected a proven leader who will continue Marcelo’s legacy of being nimble and focused on innovating around our customers’ needs. In his 25 years at GE, Lee has been a champion for our customers. He will bring incredible value to this role and will continue to build on the success Marcelo has achieved over the last six years."

Cooper has also served as the Chief Commercial Officer of GE Capital Americas and led GE Capital’s sales efforts for their strategic customers. Cooper has a track record of continually connecting with commercial teams and customers to ensure the best outcomes for customers and GE.

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