PLEASANTON, Calif., Sept. 10, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZELTIQ Aesthetics, Inc. (Nasdaq:ZLTQ) a medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing products utilizing its proprietary controlled-cooling technology platform, today announced that Mike Genau, President of its North American Franchise (NAF), has resigned from the company, effective September 21st, to pursue a new career opportunity, and will work with management to ensure a smooth transition process.