Genentech

Genentech Inc. (NYSE: DNA), a composite of Genetic Engineering Technology, Inc., is a leading biotechnology corporation, which was founded in 1976 by venture capitalist Robert A. Swanson and biochemist Dr. Herbert W. Boyer.  Considered the founder of the biotechnology industry, Genentech has been delivering on the promise of biotechnology for more than 30 years, using human genetic information to discover, develop, commercialize and man... More

Date founded:

  • 1976

Slogan:

  • In Business For Life
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Appears in ranked lists:

List Rank Year
  • 7
  • 2009

Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For of 2009

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Organization

Address

Genentech Headquarters

1 DNA WAY
South San Francisco California 94080

Genentech Headquarters

1 DNA Way
South San Francisco California 94080

Board members:

Person Title From To
  • 1976
  • Jun 1999
  • Aug 1999
  • Aug 2005
  • Chair
  • Sep 1999
  • Feb 1998
  • Apr 2004
  • Apr 2004
  • Chair
  • 1976
  • 1990
  • 1992
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Acquired by:

Acquiring organization Date
  • Mar 2009
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