Rob Michael

Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of AbbVie

Greater Chicago Area

About

As AbbVie’s Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, it is my honor to lead one of the world’s largest and fastest growing biopharmaceutical companies, headquartered in the northern suburbs of Chicago. Every day, we strive to deliver innovative medicines and solutions to more than 60 million people in over 175 countries. Since our founding in 2013, we’ve been focused on making a remarkable impact for our patients, customers, and communities. That’s driven by the strength of our culture, the science behind our medicines and the commitment of our ~55,000 employees around the world. I’m proud of our team’s relentless pursuit to elevate the standard of care and transform people’s lives.

Experience

  • AbbVie (13 yrs 10 mos)
    • Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
      Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

    • Chief Executive Officer
      Jul 2024 - Jul 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

    • President and Chief Operating Officer
      Jun 2023 - Jul 2024 · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Abbott (19 yrs 7 mos)
    • Division Controller, Abbott Nutrition Supply Chain
      Jan 2011 - Aug 2012 · 1 yr 8 mos

    • Division Controller, Abbott Molecular
      Oct 2008 - Dec 2010 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    • Commercial Controller, Pharmaceutical Products Division
      Aug 2005 - Sep 2008 · 3 yrs 2 mos