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Healthy by Tricia Bisoux W hen we wish someone "health, wealth, and hap- piness," it's no coincidence that we put "health" first. Good health is often a necessary precursor to prosperity, whether for an individual, a community, or an entire nation. It's no surprise, then, that good health is also good business— something that William Weldon knows well. As CEO of John- son & Johnson, one of the largest healthcare companies in the world, Weldon leads its efforts to devise new treat- ments, create new drugs, and improve people's health and well-being in more ways than many people realize. "When most people think of our company, they think of baby powder, adhesive bandages, and shampoo," says Weldon. "They don't realize that consumer products make up the smallest portion of our business." Many are surprised to learn that Johnson & Johnson, head- quartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, also is the world's larg- est medical device and diagnostics company, as well as the seventh largest pharmaceuticals company, says Weldon. With that kind of reach, he says, Johnson & Johnson is poised to help transform healthcare worldwide. 18 Ambitions Johnson & Johnson's CEO, William Weldon, is looking for business leaders with the courage to follow new paths and put people first, letting profits follow. BizEd NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2009