Executives

News and analysis on the pharma industry's top executives — leadership moves, appointments, departures, and the decisions driving major companies.

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Narcan maker Emergent axes top R&D post in sweeping restructuring

In a bold move, Emergent will eliminate the role of head of R&D as part of a layoff round across all areas of the company.
Angus Liu Aug 5, 2026 8:16pm
Astellas
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Inside Astellas CEO's plan to counter Xtandi's patent cliff

Jun 11, 2026 6:00pm
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Pfizer's chief strategist Andrew Baum to step down: reports

Apr 21, 2026 11:24am
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Novartis CEO Vas Narasimhan joins Anthropic's board

Apr 15, 2026 10:36am
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Sarepta CEO to retire, citing 'shocking and ironic twist of fate'

Feb 26, 2026 11:30am
Morrissey
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Exelixis aims to be a top 5 solid tumor drugmaker in the US: CEO

Jan 16, 2026 1:00pm