James E. Burke Net Worth

James E. Burke was an influential leader in the business world, born on February 28, 1925 in Vermont. He was the CEO of Johnson & Johnson, and is credited with leading the company to success and managing the Tylenol poisonings of the 1980s with great skill. His legacy as a leader and innovator in the business world is still remembered today.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day February 28, 1925
Birth Place Vermont
Age 95 YEARS OLD
Died On Sep 28, 2012 (age 87)
Birth Sign Pisces

💰 Net worth: $7 Million (2024)

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About

CEO of Johnson & Johnson who led the company's rise and handled its stumble with the Tylenol poisonings of the 1980s.

Before Fame

He was troubled in his early years at Johnson & Johnson by what he saw as a company-wide distancing from its credo to focus on the customer, so he challenged everyone to recommit themselves.

Trivia

He ordered a recall of all Tylenol pills after several were found to be spiked with deadly cyanide. This was at a cost of approximately $100 million. He admitted he should have acted sooner.

Family Life

He had one daughter with his wife Didi.

Associated With

He was given the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian award, by Bill Clinton.