Vanessa Broadhurst
EVP, Global Corporate Affairs, Johnson & Johnson | Corporate Board Director
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I’m a business leader, mother, and mentor working to advance global health by connecting heart, science, and ingenuity. As EVP of Global Corporate Affairs at Johnson & Johnson, I help shape how our company is seen in the world—ensuring our reputation reflects our broad commitment to creating a healthier future. My teams work across corporate marketing, global communications, government affairs and policy, health equity, and philanthropy to connect innovation with purpose, business with impact, and talent with opportunity. Together, we’re driving meaningful, measurable change that embodies J&J’s Credo and supports healthcare professionals around the world. Beyond my role, I’m deeply passionate about mentorship, leadership, and service. I’m proud to help develop the next generation of leaders across Johnson & Johnson. I also serve on the board of Zoetis, the world’s leading animal health company. A lifelong learner, I earned my MBA from the University of Michigan and my BA from the University of Colorado. At J&J, we know that healthcare impacts everyone. That’s why I’m committed to ensuring we keep moving the ball forward—pursuing bold innovations that transform the future of healthcare for the better.
Career Timeline
- ZoetisCurrentJul 2022–Present· 4 yrs 2 mos
- Member, Board of DirectorsCurrentJul 2022–Present
- Johnson & JohnsonCurrentMay 2017–Present· 9 yrs 4 mos
- Executive Vice President, Global Corporate AffairsCurrent2022–Present
- Company Group Chairman, Global Commercial Strategy Organization (Pharmaceuticals)2019–Dec 2021
- President, Janssen Inc (North American Pharmaceuticals)May 2017–Dec 2018
- May 2013–May 2017· 4 yrs
- General Manager2014–May 2017
- General ManagerMay 2013–2014
- May 2005–May 2013· 8 yrs
- President, Internal Medicine (North American Pharmaceuticals)2012–May 2013
- President, Janssen Therapeutics (North American Pharmaceuticals)2011–Dec 2011
- Vice President, Sales and Marketing Cardiovascular & Institutional (North American Pharmaceuticals)Jun 2008–2011
- Worldwide Vice President, Anemia/Oncology Supportive CareMay 2005–Jun 2008
- Dec 2003–Apr 2005· 1 yr 4 mos
- Head, Global Gastroenterology MarketingDec 2003–Apr 2005
- Apr 1994–Nov 2003· 9 yrs 7 mos
- General Manager, Anti-infectives/GastroenterologyApr 1994–Nov 2003
Education
MBA
Marketing/Corporate Strategy
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of BusinessBA
Psychology
University of Colorado Boulder