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Title: Chief Executive Officer Company: Roche Holding Industry: Pharmaceuticals / Healthcare

Thomas Schinecker joined Roche in 2003 as part of a management development programme, rising through leadership roles across six countries and three continents before being appointed CEO in March 2023. He previously led the company’ s Diagnostics division through its COVID-19 testing efforts. He now steers the pharmaceutical giant with a research-driven, evidence-based approach to strategy.

Title: Chief Executive Officer Company: Verizon Communications Industry: Telecommunications

Dan Schulman was appointed CEO of Verizon in October 2025, having served on its board since 2018. He previously spent nine years as President and CEO of PayPal, tripling revenue and expanding its global reach. Widely regarded as a transformative leader, he now revives a telecoms giant.

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