David Ricks
Chief Executive Officer at
ELI LILLY AND COMPANY
Net worth: 904 M $ as of 2026-05-30
Profile
David A. Ricks is a businessperson who has been the head of 7 different companies is on the board of Adobe, Inc. and The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership and Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer of Eli Lilly & Co., Chairman for Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers of America, President for International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers, Member of The Business Roundtable, Member of The Business Council and Chairman-Governors Board at James Whitcomb Riley Children's Foundation. In his past career he held the position of Principal at HP, Inc., Principal at International Business Machines Corp., President for Lilly USA LLC, President & General Manager at Lilly Industries Shanghai Ltd. and General Manager of Eli Lilly Canada, Inc. David A. Ricks received an MBA from Indiana University and an undergraduate degree from Purdue University.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-24 | 815,535 ( 0.09% ) | 901 M $ | 2026-05-30 | |
| 2026-04-14 | 10,430 ( 0% ) | 3 M $ | 2026-05-30 |
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David Ricks active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| ELI LILLY AND COMPANY | Chief Executive Officer | 2016-12-31 |
| ADOBE INC. | Director/Board Member | 2018-04-11 |
The Business Council
 The Business Council Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as an organization of business leaders | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Eli Lilly Italia SpA
 Eli Lilly Italia SpA Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Manufactures pharmaceutical products | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Eli Lilly & Co. Ltd.
 Eli Lilly & Co. Ltd. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Provides pharmaceutical health care solutions | Chief Executive Officer | - |
The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership
 The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Engages in focusing on human capital, entrepreneurship and innovation & business climate | Director/Board Member | - |
Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers of America
 Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers of America BiotechnologyHealth Technology Provides pharmaceutical research and biotechnology services | Director/Board Member | 2022-02-08 |
James Whitcomb Riley Children's Foundation
 James Whitcomb Riley Children's Foundation James Whitcomb Riley Children's Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting pediatric healthcare through Riley Hospital for Children and Riley Children’s Health. The private company is based in Indianapolis, IN. The foundation’s mission is to ensure every child has access to expert mental health care, advanced treatments, and comprehensive support from a dedicated care team. Key focus areas include pediatric behavioral health, research, family support services, staff recruitment and retention, enhancing access to care, and programs like Camp Riley. The foundation engages the community through fundraising events and campaigns, encouraging donations, planned giving, corporate and employee giving, and memorial gifts. It funds children's healthcare, pediatric research, and programs that support the well-being of kids and families. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
The Business Roundtable
 The Business Roundtable Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Advocates public policies | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
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Linked companies
| Private companies | 19 |
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Adobe, Inc.
 Adobe, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Develops digital media software | Technology Services |
HP, Inc.
 HP, Inc. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Operates as a technology company that sells laptops, pc desktops, printers and accessories through online | Technology Services |
International Business Machines Corp.
 International Business Machines Corp. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Provides software, IT consulting, cloud and infrastructure services | Technology Services |
Eli Lilly & Co.
 Eli Lilly & Co. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Manufactures, wholesales and markets pharmaceutical products | Health Technology |
International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers
 International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers BiotechnologyHealth Technology Provides biopharmaceutical research services | Health Technology |
Eli Lilly Canada, Inc.
 Eli Lilly Canada, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Pharmaceuticals, drugs, chemicals | Health Technology |
Indiana University
 Indiana University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Purdue University
 Purdue University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Eli Lilly & Co. Ltd.
Eli Lilly & Co. Ltd. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Provides pharmaceutical health care solutions | Health Technology |
Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers of America
Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers of America BiotechnologyHealth Technology Provides pharmaceutical research and biotechnology services | Health Technology |
The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership
The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Engages in focusing on human capital, entrepreneurship and innovation & business climate | Commercial Services |
The Business Roundtable
The Business Roundtable Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Advocates public policies | Commercial Services |
The Business Council
The Business Council Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as an organization of business leaders | Commercial Services |
European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries & Assns
 European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries & Assns Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a trade association which promotes pharmaceutical discovery and development | Commercial Services |
James Whitcomb Riley Children's Foundation
James Whitcomb Riley Children's Foundation James Whitcomb Riley Children's Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting pediatric healthcare through Riley Hospital for Children and Riley Children’s Health. The private company is based in Indianapolis, IN. The foundation’s mission is to ensure every child has access to expert mental health care, advanced treatments, and comprehensive support from a dedicated care team. Key focus areas include pediatric behavioral health, research, family support services, staff recruitment and retention, enhancing access to care, and programs like Camp Riley. The foundation engages the community through fundraising events and campaigns, encouraging donations, planned giving, corporate and employee giving, and memorial gifts. It funds children's healthcare, pediatric research, and programs that support the well-being of kids and families. | |
Lilly USA LLC
 Lilly USA LLC Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Lilly USA LLC engages in the provision of pharmaceutical services. The company was founded on July 15, 2008 and is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN. | Health Technology |
Lilly Industries Shanghai Ltd. | |
Eli Lilly Italia SpA
Eli Lilly Italia SpA Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Manufactures pharmaceutical products | Health Technology |
Elanco Animal Health, Inc.
 Elanco Animal Health, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Develops parasitic-ides, vaccines, therapeutics, medicated feed additives and injectable antibiotics | Health Technology |
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