Ralph S. Larsen

Chairman of the Board and CEO of Johnson & Johnson, the diversified international health care company. Assuming his current position in 1989, his leadership has not only enabled Johnson & Johnson to successfully prusue growth based on providing scientifically sound, high quality products and services to improve peoples' lives, but also maintain its historic and renowned reputation as a highly ethical, socially-responsible corporation. He is a passionate proponent of the Johnson & Johnson Credo, the ethical principles that outline the company's reponsiblities and help create a common bond throughout the corporation.