What Happened?
Weston, MA-based Biogen Idec hired Kenneth Di Pietro as Executive Vice President of Human Resources.
About the Company
We are a global biotechnology company, specializing in discovering, developing, and delivering innovative therapies for the treatment of neurodegenerative, non-malignant hematologic and autoimmune diseases to patients worldwide. As a company, we are focused on cutting-edge science and medicines that address unmet patient needs and change the course of these devastating diseases. Founded in 1978, we are the world`s oldest independent biotechnology company and take pride in being known for pioneering the development of leading multiple sclerosis therapies. With approximately 7,000 employees worldwide, we are focused on better understanding the underlying biology of diseases so we can discover and deliver innovative treatments that make a real difference in the lives of patients. We also put great focus on being good corporate citizens. Our commitment to corporate citizenship extends to patient education and support programs, giving back to the communities in which we operate, promoting and advancing science education, and operating in a sustainable manner. These cultural imperatives are directly incorporated into our business activities.
About the Person
Kenneth Di Pietro is our Executive Vice President, Human Resources and has served in this position since January 2012. Mr. Di Pietro joined Biogen Idec from Lenovo Group, a technology company, where he served as Senior Vice President, Human Resources from 2005 to June 2011. From 2003 to 2005, he served as Corporate Vice President, Human Resources at Microsoft Corporation, a technology company. From 1999 to 2002, Mr. Di Pietro worked as Vice President, Human Resources at Dell Inc., a technology company. Prior to that, he spent 17 years at PepsiCo, a food and beverage company, serving in a range of human resource and general management positions. Mr. DiPietro serves on the board of directors of InVivo Therapeutics Corporation, a medical device company. Mr. Di Pietro received his B.S. in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University.
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