Integer Announces Board Leadership Transition

Pamela G. Bailey to step down as Board Chair, Donald J. Spence to assume role

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:44pm

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A minimalist studio photograph featuring a polished metal medical device component, a stack of financial reports, and a gavel, symbolizing Integer's focus on precision engineering, financial discipline, and governance.Integer's board leadership transition signals the company's commitment to strategic execution and shareholder value creation.Plano Today

Integer Holdings Corporation, a leading global medical device contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), announced that Pamela G. Bailey, the current independent Chair of the Board, will not stand for re-election at the Company's 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Following the Annual Meeting, the Board intends to appoint current director Donald J. Spence to serve as independent Chair of the Board.

Why it matters

The leadership transition at Integer's board level signals a shift in the company's strategic direction as it looks to the future. Spence's appointment as Chair is expected to provide continuity and stability as Integer continues to execute on its value creation strategy for shareholders.

The details

Pamela G. Bailey has served as Integer's independent Chair of the Board. Donald J. Spence has been a member of the Integer Board since 2016 and currently serves as the Chair of the Compensation & Organization Committee and is a member of the Corporate Governance & Nominating and Technology Strategy Committees. Spence retired in 2019 as President and Chief Executive Officer of Ebb Therapeutics and previously held senior executive roles at Philips Respironics, Philips Home Healthcare Solutions, Lake Region Medical, GKN Sinter Metals, and the BOC Group plc.

  • Pamela G. Bailey will not stand for re-election at Integer's 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, scheduled for May 20, 2026.
  • Following the Annual Meeting, the Board intends to appoint Donald J. Spence to serve as independent Chair of the Board.

The players

Pamela G. Bailey

The current independent Chair of the Integer Board of Directors who will not stand for re-election.

Donald J. Spence

A current member of the Integer Board of Directors who will be appointed as the new independent Chair of the Board following the 2026 Annual Meeting.

Payman Khales

The Chief Executive Officer of Integer Holdings Corporation.

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What they’re saying

“It has been a privilege to serve on the Integer Board and to play my part in the Company's growth and strategic success. I am confident that under Don's leadership, the Board will continue to work closely and effectively with CEO Payman Khales and the executive team to support the advancement of Integer's value creation strategy.”

— Pamela G. Bailey, Current Chair of the Integer Board of Directors

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, I wish to thank Pam for her many years of devoted service to Integer, including her leadership as Chair of the Board. As we move forward, I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as Chair. I strongly believe that Integer is well positioned, with a clear strategy and experienced leadership team to deliver long-term value to stockholders.”

— Donald J. Spence, Incoming Chair of the Integer Board of Directors

What’s next

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The takeaway

This leadership transition at Integer's board level signals the company's commitment to executing on its strategic priorities and delivering sustainable, long-term value for shareholders under the guidance of an experienced and well-respected board member.