Johnson & Johnson Elects John Morikis to Board of Directors

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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J., September 8, 2025 (BUSINESS WATCH GLOBAL) — Healthcare company Johnson & Johnson has elected John Morikis, retired chairman, president, and chief executive officer of The Sherwin-Williams Company, to its board of directors.

“We are pleased to welcome John to our Company’s Board of Directors. He is a proven leader of a large multinational organization who possesses a strong understanding of global markets and complex supply chains. His unique perspective and ability to harness technology to drive innovation will be an incredible asset to Johnson & Johnson as we continue to deliver the next generation of healthcare innovation for patients,” said Joaquin Duato, chairman and chief executive officer of Johnson & Johnson.

“I’ve long admired Johnson & Johnson for its innovation, leadership in healthcare and commitment to patients around the world. I’m honored to join Johnson & Johnson’s Board and look forward to working with management and fellow directors to support the Company’s long-term strategy of delivering breakthrough treatments to patients and creating value for shareholders,” said Morikis.

Morikis spent four decades with Sherwin-Williams after joining the company in 1984 as a management trainee. He advanced through several leadership roles, including division president and group president, before serving as president and chief operating officer from 2006 to 2016. He was then appointed CEO, a position he held for eight years.

During his tenure, Morikis oversaw strategic initiatives that expanded Sherwin-Williams’ global presence to 123 countries, optimized supply chain operations, and advanced the company’s technology investments. His leadership contributed to the company’s inclusion in the Dow Jones Industrial Average.

Morikis currently serves on the boards of United Parcel Service, Inc., General Mills, Inc., and Whirlpool Corporation, and is chairman of the board of directors for University Hospitals Health System, Inc. He holds bachelor’s degrees in business administration and psychology from Saint Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, Indiana, and a master’s degree in business from National Louis University in Evanston, Illinois.

For more information, visit www.jnj.com.

Source: Johnson & Johnson