Pfizer Inc. (PFE) Appoints CEO Ian Read As Chairman Of The Board
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Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) today announced that its Board of Directors has elected current President and Chief Executive Officer, Ian Read, as Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Read succeeds George Lorch as Chairman of the Board. The independent members of the board named Mr. Lorch as Lead Independent Director.
“Over the past year, Ian has clearly demonstrated the leadership and vision necessary to drive Pfizer’s strategies and achieve the company’s objectives in the continued challenging industry and macroeconomic environment,” stated George Lorch. “His broad experience at Pfizer and his deep understanding of the vital role that the pharmaceutical industry plays in advancing global health and in the global economy make Ian the right person for the chairmanship. We are fortunate to have someone of Ian Read’s caliber lead Pfizer.”
“Over the past year, Ian has clearly demonstrated the leadership and vision necessary to drive Pfizer’s strategies and achieve the company’s objectives in the continued challenging industry and macroeconomic environment,” stated George Lorch. “His broad experience at Pfizer and his deep understanding of the vital role that the pharmaceutical industry plays in advancing global health and in the global economy make Ian the right person for the chairmanship. We are fortunate to have someone of Ian Read’s caliber lead Pfizer.”
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