2021 CEO OF THE YEAR

Kenneth Frazier

Merck & Co.

Since its inception in 1986, The Chief Executive of the Year has honored a who’s who of extraordinary American business leaders.

Kenneth Frazier, Merck & Co., was selected by his peers to receive the 2021 Chief Executive of the Year award.

KENNETH FRAZIER ON BUSINESS AND LEADERSHIP

In a Chief Executive interview, as well as a speech at the CEO of the Year gala, Kenneth Frazier reflects on the purpose and craft of leadership.

GALA HIGHLIGHTS

In late October, Kenneth Frazier was honored by his peers at a reception and dinner at the Nasdaq Marketsite in New York City. 

Video: Lessons in Leadership with Kenneth Frazier, Merck & Co., and Brian Moynihan, Bank of America

A masterclass on what it takes to lead—and grow—a huge, multinational organization in a time of great change and uncertainty from two of the most effective leaders of our time.

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Chief Executive of the Year Award Presentation

Kenneth Frazier is honored as the 2021 CEO of the Year by his peers at the gala dinner.

Top CEOs Salute Ken Frazier for 2021 CEO of the Year Award

Some of the world’s most well-known and well-respected chief executives honor Ken in a video tribute.

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