FAQs
- Why did you change the name from Genetronics?
- Why did you choose the name "Inovio"?
- On which exchange is Inovio's stock listed and what is your stock symbol?
- What is your stock's CUSIP#?
- Where is Inovio incorporated?
- Where is Inovio's headquarters?
- Can I purchase shares directly from the company?
- Who is Inovio's transfer agent?
- I've lost my stock certificates. How can I replace them?
- Who can help me transfer a share certificate into a trust or another name?
- When is your annual meeting of stockholders?
- Have you had any stock splits?
- How many shares are outstanding/how many shares fully diluted?
- What is your current cash position?
- How many employees does Inovio have?
Why did you change the name from Genetronics?
In 2004 our Board of Directors determined that it would be in the company's best interest to have a new company name to reflect the nature and evolution of our business. We are a biomedical company developing drug and DNA delivery systems that is primarily focused on using electroporation therapy to address critical unmet treatment needs in local cancer therapy. Our previous name, Genetronics, often lead to a narrower perception of our company's business focus, i.e. gene therapy, which was not in the company's best interest.
Why did you choose the name "Inovio"?
Our goal was to choose a name that was simple, compelling, and would not create limited perceptions of our company's business focus. After an initial effort to create possible name variations, we realized that with the acquisition of Inovio AS in January, 2005, we would have a name that is simple and compelling. The name characterizes "innovation" - an attribute we would like to be associated with our company. The right of use for Inovio has been established in Europe and the US. Having acquired Inovio AS, we already owned the corporate and domain name (www.inovio.com). In using this name, we were able to expedite the name change process and minimize costs related to the rebranding process.
On which exchange is Inovio's stock listed and what is your stock symbol?
Inovio is listed on the American Stock Exchange under the symbol "INO."
What is your stock's CUSIP#?
The CUSIP# for Inovio common stock is 45773H 10 2
Where is Inovio incorporated?
Inovio became a Delaware corporation on June 15, 2001.
Where is Inovio's headquarters?
Our address is:
11494 Sorrento Valley Road
San Diego, CA
92121-1318
Can I purchase shares directly from the company?
No. Inovio does not have a direct stock purchase plan. Shares may be purchased through a broker of your choice.
Who is Inovio's transfer agent?
Computershare Investor Services Inc.
P.O. Box 7021
31 Adelaide St E
Toronto, ON M5C 3H2
Attn: Corporate Actions
Phone: 1-800-564-6253
e-mail: service@computershare.com
www.computershare.com
I've lost my stock certificates. How can I replace them?
Contact our transfer agent, Computershare Investor Services Inc., at the address listed under the question above, "Who is Inovio's transfer agent?"
Who can help me transfer a share certificate into a trust or another name?
Transfer requirement inquiries should be directed to the Transfer Agent, Computershare Investor Services Inc., at the address listed under the question above, "Who is Inovio's transfer agent?"
When is your annual meeting of stockholders?
The 2005 Annual Meeting of Stockholders will be held on May 13, 2005 at 9:00 am at our new corporate headquarters, 11494 Sorrento Valley Road, San Diego, CA. Look under Contact Us on our website for driving directions to the new building.
Have you had any stock splits?
Yes. A 1-for-4 reverse stock split was implemented on September 13, 2004.
How many shares are outstanding/how many shares fully diluted?
Please go to the Investor Relations section of our website for outstanding and fully diluted share positions.
What is your current cash position?
Please go to the Investor Relations section of our website for all financial information.
How many employees does Inovio have?
As of March, 2005, Inovio has 42 employees and full-time consultants.