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DBV Technologies Announces Creation of US Subsidiary and Appoints
Ms. Susanna Mesa as Vice President of Finance, US Investor Relations & Strategy

Bagneux, France, April 7, 2014 - DBV Technologies (Euronext: DBV - ISIN: FR0010417345), creator of Viaskin®, a new paradigm for the treatment of allergies, today announced that it has established a US subsidiary, DBV Technologies Inc., in order to conduct operations in the United States, and that it appointed Ms. Susanna Mesa as Vice President of Finance, US Investor Relations & Strategy.

DBV`s core clinical activities are largely focused in the US, with the majority of the Company`s most advanced trial, VIPES in peanut allergic patients, centers located in North America. The creation of DBV Technologies Inc. is part of a strategic decision to expand operations in the United States, a major market for the Company`s core products.

"The opening of a US subsidiary is a major step forward for DBV. While preparing the entry of Viaskin Peanut into phase III, our goal is to continue to increase our visibility in the medical and investment communities, as well as continue to strengthen our commitment to our patients in the US" said Pierre-Henri Benhamou, Chief Executive Officer of DBV Technologies.

DBV Technologies Inc.`s first employee, Ms. Mesa, will be responsible for developing and implementing DBV`s investor relations and strategy in the United States, and she will report to the Company`s Chief Financial Officer David Schilansky. Ms. Mesa will also be a member of the Directors` Committee.

"We are very pleased to have Susanna join us as she is truly passionate about our Company`s mission and commitment to serve our shareholders. Her in-depth knowledge of the markets and ability to communicate effectively with the investment community will be crucial to DBV`s efforts to strengthen its presence in the United States" said David Schilansky, Chief Financial Officer of DBV Technologies.

Ms. Mesa joins DBV Technologies from the Trout Group, a leading investor relations and strategic advisory firm serving the life sciences and clean technology industries. During her time at Trout, Ms. Mesa focused on expanding clients` shareholder base and increasing exposure to investors, while also serving as an advisor on capital formation and business development opportunities. Prior to joining Trout in 2012, Ms. Mesa worked for the Corporate Development arm at the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and at the Jefferies equity sales team. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Georgia in Athens.