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    Adam H. Schechter

    President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board at Labcorp Holdings Inc
    Board
    Since November 1, 2019
    Age
    59 years
    Education
    Holds a bachelor's degree in biology from La Salle University and was awarded an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the same institution in 2021.
    Tenure
    Joined LH as a director on April 1, 2013, became President and Chief Executive Officer on November 1, 2019, and assumed the role of Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2020.

    Also at Labcorp Holdings Inc

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    Amy B. Summy
    EVP and Chief Marketing Officer
    JW
    Julia Wang
    Executive Vice President and CFO
    PJW
    Peter J. Wilkinson
    Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer

    About

    Adam H. Schechter is the President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board of Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (LH). With an extensive background in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, he developed a reputation while serving at Merck & Co., Inc., where he led global operations as President of Global Human Health, Executive Vice President, and later as President of the Global Pharmaceutical Business.

    After joining LH as a director on April 1, 2013, his leadership was further recognized when he was promoted to President and CEO on November 1, 2019. This marked a new phase in his career at LH, culminating with his appointment as Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2020, reflecting his strategic vision and operational expertise.

    Under his guidance, LH has pursued significant growth initiatives, innovation in diagnostic testing, and strategic acquisitions and collaborations, all of which underscore his commitment to advancing healthcare outcomes and operational excellence.

    At 59 years old as of 2024, his career is defined not only by his executive roles but also by his dedication to fostering excellence and integrity in both corporate and community engagements.

    $LH Performance Under Adam H. Schechter

    Past Roles

    Organization Role Date Range Details
    Merck & Co., Inc. Special Advisor to the CEO January 2019 – July 2019 N/A
    Merck & Co., Inc. President, Global Human Health and Executive Vice President 2010 – 2018 Member of Merck’s Executive Committee
    Merck & Co., Inc. President, Global Pharmaceutical Business 2007 – 2010 N/A

    External Roles

    Organization Role Date Range Details
    American Clinical Laboratory Association Vice Chair of the Board of Directors N/A N/A
    Water.org Board Member N/A N/A
    National Alliance for Hispanic Health Corporate Advisory Council Member N/A N/A
    DaVita Inc. Public Company Board Member N/A N/A