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Leonard S. Schleifer

President and CEO at REGENERON PHARMACEUTICALS
Board
Since 1988
Age
71 years
Education
Earned an M.D. and a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Virginia.
Tenure
Founded REGN in 1988 and has served as its President and CEO since inception, also holding the roles of Chair of the Board from 1990 to 1994 and Co-Chair since June 2023.

Also at REGENERON PHARMACEUTICALS

CF
Christopher Fenimore
Senior Vice President, Finance and CFO
DPVP
Daniel P. Van Plew
Executive Vice President and General Manager, Industrial Operations and Product Supply
JP
Jason Pitofsky
Vice President, Controller

About

Leonard S. Schleifer has built a distinguished career in the biopharmaceutical industry by uniquely blending his expertise in medicine and research with innovative business leadership. His background in neurology and pharmacology has provided him with a solid foundation to drive complex research and strategic initiatives, positioning him as a key figure in groundbreaking drug development.

After founding REGN in 1988, he played an instrumental role in transforming the company into a leader in the field, overseeing the development of numerous innovative therapies and pioneering technologies. His leadership journey includes significant board-level responsibilities that have further underscored his commitment to excellence and continuous innovation in the biotechnology sector.

In addition to his professional achievements, his deep understanding of both the scientific and business aspects of the industry has been widely recognized, contributing to his reputation as an influential and visionary leader. His work continues to drive the company's success in an increasingly competitive market, reflecting his enduring impact on the biopharmaceutical landscape.

$REGN Performance Under Leonard S. Schleifer

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Chair of the Board1990 - 1994Served as Chair prior to his current executive roles

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2023
Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
Base Salary$1,875,415 AnnualFixed base salary component
All Other Compensation$2,032,977 AnnualIncludes: Life Insurance Premiums ($20,724 ), Disability Insurance Premiums ($8,465 ), Medical Malpractice Insurance Premiums ($28,822 ), 401(k) Matching ($15,000 ), Tax and Financial Planning Advisory Services ($11,200 ), Hart-Scott-Rodino Filing Fees ($400,000 ), Tax Reimbursement ($417,160 ), Personal Use of Company-Provided Aircraft ($250,000 ), Security Services ($881,606 )

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2023

Cash-Based Performance Incentive

Metric NameValue
Base Salary$1,875,415
Cash Incentive Target120% of Base Salary
Corporate Performance Multiplier1.9
Total Cash Incentive Payout$4,275,946
Vesting ScheduleNot Applicable (cash-based)
Evaluation Period2023

Calculation Detail:

Base Salary × Cash Incentive Target × Corporate Performance Multiplier = Total Cash Incentive Payout. For example, $1,875,415 × 1.20 × 1.9 = $4,275,946.

Additional Information:

  • No individual performance multiplier was applied.
  • The 2023 annual cash incentive pool was adjusted based on the company’s performance against predefined R&D-related goals.

Interviews

Regeneron CEO Leonard Schleifer on tariffs: Let's make sure the Europeans pay their fair share thumbnail

Regeneron CEO Leonard Schleifer on tariffs: Let's make sure the Europeans pay their fair share

CNBC Television
6:28 min
Apr 1, 2025
AI is the big thing right now, but the real tool is genetics, says Regeneron CEO Dr. Schleifer thumbnail

AI is the big thing right now, but the real tool is genetics, says Regeneron CEO Dr. Schleifer

CNBC Television
2:15 min
Jan 10, 2024
Regeneron CEO: We want to retain efficacy and eliminate bad side effects with our cancer treatments thumbnail

Regeneron CEO: We want to retain efficacy and eliminate bad side effects with our cancer treatments

CNBC Television
7:06 min
Jan 10, 2024