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Robert A. Bradway

Chairman, CEO, and President at AMGEN
Board
Since 2012
Age
62 years
Education
Holds a bachelor's degree in Biology from Amherst College and a master's degree in Business Administration from Harvard Business School.
Tenure
Joined AMGN in 2006 as Vice President, Operations Strategy, then served as Executive Vice President and CFO (2007-2010), President and Chief Operating Officer (2010-2012), and has been CEO since 2012 and Chairman since 2013.

Also at AMGEN

DMR
David M. Reese
EVP and Chief Technology Officer
DM
Derek Miller
SVP, Human Resources
ES
Esteban Santos
EVP, Operations

About

Robert A. Bradway is a seasoned executive with a strong foundation in both science and finance. Prior to his tenure at AMGN, he honed his expertise in the financial industry, notably serving as a Managing Director at Morgan Stanley in London from 2001, which laid the groundwork for his strategic and operational insights.

During his time at AMGN, he has consistently driven strategic growth and operational excellence through successive leadership roles. His transition from Vice President, Operations Strategy to key executive positions such as CFO, COO, President, and ultimately CEO underscores a career marked by progressive responsibility and impactful decision-making.

Beyond his direct contributions at AMGN, his involvement as a board member for prestigious companies—such as The Boeing Company—and his participation in academic and governance bodies highlight a broader commitment to corporate leadership and public policy. This multifaceted experience not only strengthens his executive profile but also reinforces his reputation as a leader who bridges the worlds of biotechnology, finance, and governance.

$AMGN Performance Under Robert A. Bradway

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
AmgenPresident and Chief Operating Officer2010–2012 Held prior to becoming Chairman, CEO, and President
AmgenExecutive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer2007–2010 Served as CFO before further promotion
AmgenVice President, Operations Strategy2006 Early leadership role at Amgen
Morgan Stanley (London)Managing DirectorStarting in 2001 Oversaw the banking department and corporate finance activities in Europe before joining Amgen

External Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
The Boeing CompanyDirectorSince 2016 Chair of the Finance Committee and member of the Governance and Public Policy Committee
University of Southern California (USC)TrusteeSince 2014 Serves on the board of trustees

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2023
Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
Base Salary$1,786,977 Bi-weeklyFixed base salary earned each bi-weekly pay period before pre-tax contributions
All Other Compensation$680,456 AnnuallyComprises Perquisites (Total: $189,811 : Company aircraft $56,692, car & driver $6,155, financial planning $15,000, other $111,964), Retirement Contributions (401(k): $33,000 and SRP: $457,645 ), and Other Expenses (HSR Act Fee: $100,000, Charitable Contributions: $10,000; Executive physicals not specified)

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2023

Performance Units (Plan-Based Awards)

Metric/DetailValue/Details
Performance Metrics & WeightsEPS (50%) and ROIC (50%)
TSR Modifier±30% adjustment based on TSR ranking relative to S&P 500: +30% if at/above 75th percentile; -30% if at/below 25th percentile; 0% at 50th percentile; linear interpolation in between
Payout Range30% to 200% of target payout (operating measures range from 30% to 170% + TSR modifier)
Vesting ScheduleVests at the end of the three-year performance period – December 31, 2025
Evaluation PeriodJanuary 1, 2023 to December 31, 2025
Grant DateMay 2, 2023
Grant Date Fair ValueTotal fair value of $7,956,212; per unit fair value $252.49
Grant Date Stock Price$235.97 per share
Additional DetailsDividend equivalents accrue and are payable in shares if the performance units are earned; awards align executive incentives with company performance

Non-Equity Incentive Plan Awards (EIP/GMIP)

Metric/DetailValue/Details
Performance Metrics & WeightsFinancial and operating goals: Deliver Results (60%) – split as Revenue (30%) and Non-GAAP Net Income (30%); Innovative Pipeline (30%); Annual Priorities (10%)
Composite Score (2023)159.3%
Target Payout$2,676,669
Maximum Payout$6,022,505
Actual Payout (2023)$4,264,000 based on the composite score
Grant DateMarch 6, 2023
Grant Date Fair Value$7,956,212 for performance units and $3,182,291 for RSUs
Grant Date Stock Price$235.97 per share
Additional DetailsNo explicit thresholds; payout is determined by achieving pre-established operating and financial targets

These details for 2023 summarize the performance compensation components awarded to Robert A. Bradway. The performance units and non-equity incentive awards are structured to align executive rewards with company financial and operational performance, incorporating strict vesting schedules, precise evaluation periods, and adjustments based on market performance (TSR modifier).

Interviews

Biotechnology and Healthcare: A New Dawn? CEO Bob Bradway on Money Maze Podcast thumbnail

Biotechnology and Healthcare: A New Dawn? CEO Bob Bradway on Money Maze Podcast

Amgen
35:47 min
Jul 24, 2023
Lessons in Leadership: A Conversation with Robert Bradway, CEO of Amgen thumbnail

Lessons in Leadership: A Conversation with Robert Bradway, CEO of Amgen

FinTeens
9:02 min
Apr 23, 2025
Why is Iceland so Vital for Medical Research? - With Bob Bradway, CEO of Amgen thumbnail

Why is Iceland so Vital for Medical Research? - With Bob Bradway, CEO of Amgen

Money Maze Podcast
5:25 min
Jan 15, 2024
Amgen CEO announces $1 billion in new investments thumbnail

Amgen CEO announces $1 billion in new investments

Fox Business
6:36 min
Apr 25, 2025
Keynote: Robert Bradway CEO, AMGEN thumbnail

Keynote: Robert Bradway CEO, AMGEN

UCLA TDG
27:33 min
Jun 6, 2024