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Andy Kitzmiller

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Chief Executive Officer at Meridian Bioscience Inc.
📍 Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Andy Kitzmiller is the President and CEO of Meridian Bioscience, leading a global team of over 800 employees. A graduate of Xavier University, his career includes senior finance and operational roles at Hillenbrand, Milacron, and GE Aerospace. His leadership focuses on strategic alignment, value creation, and disciplined execution.

Outside of his corporate roles, Andy has a background with the United States Marine Corps, having successfully completed Officer Candidates School. During his time at Xavier University, he was also a member of the Rugby Football Club, showcasing a history of teamwork and discipline in demanding environments.

Unique fact: Andy was instrumental in guiding Meridian Bioscience through its $1. 53 billion sale to a Korean consortium.

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Experience
25 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
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Value Creation Strategy
He co-led and implemented Meridian's "Vision for Value Creation" strategy to drive strong financial performance and designed a five-year value creation plan launched in 2023.
Mergers & Acquisitions
He has extensive experience in major corporate transactions, including Meridian's $1. 53B sale, Hillenbrand’s $2. 0B Milacron acquisition, and multiple divestitures.
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Career

Work history

10-2025
Chief Executive Officer
Meridian Bioscience Inc.
4-2023 - 10-2025
Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer
Meridian Bioscience Inc.
2-2022 - 4-2023
Chief Financial Officer
Meridian Bioscience Inc.
11-2019 - 2-2022
Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller
Hillenbrand
4-2019 - 11-2019
Vice President - Finance & Corporate Controller
Milacron
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Education
1997 - 2001
BSBA
Xavier University
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