Pfizer CEO plans to address healthcare reform at Club, March 23

As congressional efforts are underway to “repeal and replace” the Affordable Care Act, Ian Read, chairman and chief executive officer of Pfizer, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies, plans to speak at a National Press Club luncheon on Thursday, March 23.

The luncheon is sold out, but credentialed members of the media are welcome to attend the speech. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m., with remarks beginning at 1 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session ending at 2 p.m.

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Read plans to discuss several important issues, including healthcare reform and access to innovative healthcare solutions.

A native of Scotland, Read has spent his entire career with Pfizer, starting in 1978 as an operational auditor. He was named vice president of Pfizer in 2001 and promoted to president of worldwide pharmaceutical operations in 2006. On Dec. 5, 2010, he replaced Jeffrey Kindler as Pfizer’s CEO.

National Press Club members who wish to attend the pre-luncheon reception must RSVP separately to [email protected] 48 hours before the event. Space may be limited. You must have a paid reservation to the Luncheon to attend the VIP reception.

To submit a question in advance, put PFIZER in the subject line and email to [email protected] before 10 a.m. on the day of the luncheon.