Pfizer

Overview

Pfizer Inc. is a leading global biopharmaceutical company headquartered in New York City, with operations in nearly 200 countries and territories and about 81,000 employees worldwide. It was founded in 1849 and has since grown into one of the oldest and largest pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporations in the world. Pfizer’s core mission is to apply science and its global resources to discover, develop, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines and vaccines that significantly improve people’s health and well‑being. The company focuses on a broad range of therapeutic areas, including internal medicine, oncology, vaccines, inflammation and immunology, rare diseases, and more, supported by a robust research and development pipeline. Pfizer also collaborates with healthcare providers, governments, and communities to expand access to high‑quality healthcare, reflecting its long‑standing commitment to global health. Its corporate governance, led by a board of directors and executive leadership, guides strategy, ethical conduct, and responsible business practices.