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    Bernard J. Zovighian

    Chief Executive Officer at Edwards Lifesciences Corp
    Since May 2023
    Age
    56 years
    Education
    Earned dual master’s degrees in science and business from the Universities of Marseille, France.
    Tenure
    Joined EW in January 2015 as Vice President and General Manager of the Surgical Structural Heart business, later promoted to Corporate Vice President roles, served as President from January 2023 to May 2023, and was appointed CEO in May 2023.

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    About

    Bernard J. Zovighian has built a remarkable career in the medical technology industry, with nearly 30 years of experience driving innovation and patient care. His journey began at EW in January 2015 when he joined as Vice President and General Manager of the Surgical Structural Heart business, a role that laid the foundation for his rapid progression within the company.

    Over the years, he was promoted to key leadership positions, including Corporate Vice President for both the Surgical Structural Heart and Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Therapies businesses, and later served as President from January 2023 to May 2023. In May 2023, he was named Chief Executive Officer, further solidifying his instrumental role in EW’s strategic growth and post-pandemic recovery.

    Prior to joining EW, he honed his leadership skills during nearly 20 years at a major global healthcare company, where he held increasingly responsible roles including that of Worldwide President. With an educational foundation marked by dual master’s degrees in science and business , his broad expertise and global vision have propelled innovative advancements and reinforced strong operational standards throughout his professional journey.

    $EW Performance Under Bernard J. Zovighian

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Edwards Lifesciences Corporation President January 2023 - May 2023 Preceded appointment as CEO in May 2023
    Edwards Lifesciences Corporation Corporate Vice President, Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Therapies (TMTT) January 2018 - January 2023 Led development of a portfolio of therapies
    Edwards Lifesciences Corporation Corporate Vice President / Vice President, Surgical Structural Heart 2015 - January 2018 Managed the Surgical Structural Heart business
    Edwards Lifesciences Corporation Vice President and General Manager, Surgical Structural Heart business 2015 Joined the company
    Johnson & Johnson Worldwide President (Division) N/AHeld this role for nearly 20 years
    Johnson & Johnson Regional Operations Leader N/AHeld leadership roles in regional operations outside the U.S.
    Johnson & Johnson Worldwide President, Sterilization & Infection Prevention Division N/AHeld this role during his tenure

    External Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    University of Southern California Advisory Board Member N/ALeonard D. Schaeffer Center for Health Policy & Economics

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023
    Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Salary$972,814 Annual (2023)Includes $153,469 deferred into EDCP
    Registrant Contributions to EDCP$38,670 Annual (2023)Company contributions to EDCP
    Medical and Dental Coverage Continuation$59,659 Payment upon termination in connection with a change in controlCoverage continuation benefit

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023

    No information available on performance compensation for 2023