WW International Appoints Healthcare Executive Heather Thiltgen to Board, Bolstering GLP-1 Strategy

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WW International has appointed Heather Thiltgen, a healthcare executive with expertise in GLP-1 therapies and health plan management, as an independent director, increasing the board to six members.

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• New Independent Director Appointed

  Heather Thiltgen was unanimously elected as an independent director of WW International, effective April 20, 2026. She is expected to stand for election at the 2026 annual meeting of shareholders.

• Strategic Healthcare Expertise

  Ms. Thiltgen brings decades of healthcare leadership experience, including expertise in expanding coverage and access to GLP-1 therapies, navigating complex regulatory environments, and accelerating profitable growth by rebuilding membership bases. This aligns with WW's strategic focus on integrated weight health.

• Board Size Increased

  In connection with Ms. Thiltgen's appointment, the Board of Directors approved an increase in its size to six members, all of whom are independent.

• Committee Assignment

  Ms. Thiltgen was also appointed as a member of the Board's Compensation and Benefits Committee.

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The appointment of Heather Thiltgen, a seasoned healthcare executive with a strong background in expanding GLP-1 access and managing health plans, is a strategic move for WW International. This addition strengthens the board's expertise as the company focuses on its integrated weight health platform in the GLP-1 era, following its emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Her experience in rebuilding membership bases and navigating complex regulatory environments is particularly valuable for the company's ongoing transformation and growth initiatives.