George Barrett

George Barrett is a Professor of the Practice and Senior Fellow at the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University, where he joined in 2021. He also teaches at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and frequently lectures at leading academic institutions. His career bridges executive leadership in global healthcare corporations and academic engagement in business and public health.

His education includes:

• BA from Brown University
• MBA from NYU Stern School of Business

Barrett's research and professional interests focus on healthcare leadership, corporate governance, and public health strategy. As a former CEO and chairman of Cardinal Health and president of Teva Pharmaceuticals’ North American division, his expertise lies in large-scale healthcare operations, strategic management, and ethical leadership in the pharmaceutical and medical services sectors. His work emphasizes the intersection of business innovation and public health impact.

While no recent publications are listed, his influence is evident through his advisory and board roles in healthcare and education. He has been recognized as a Top CEO and business statesman, reflecting his leadership excellence.

His scientific and leadership honors include:

• Nexus Lifetime Achievement Award (2019)
• Distinguished Alumni Award from NYU (2018)
• Honorary Doctorates (2017, 2011)
• Top CEO, All-America Executive Team (2016)
• Peter G. Peterson Business Statesmanship Award (2016)
• Ellis Island Medal of Honor (2009)

Barrett has advised and mentored through executive leadership and academic teaching, contributing to workforce education via InStride and serving on key national committees. He has held significant grants and leadership appointments, including membership in President Obama’s White House Business Council and directorship at the Federal Reserve Bank’s Fourth District. His academic and professional service extends to the Conference Board (Vice Chair), Target Corporation, Digital Diagnostics, Olive AI, Resilience, and Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

He is actively involved with academic and research institutions, serving on the board of Brown University’s Watson Institute and the Committee of the Warren Alpert Medical School. He is also a Trustee Emeritus of Brown University and an expert member of multiple National Academy of Medicine committees. His interdisciplinary engagement reflects a commitment to integrating business leadership with public health advancement.