On January 6, 2022, Gilead Sciences, Inc. announced that Brett A. Pletcher plans to retire from his position as the company's executive vice president, corporate affairs, general counsel and corporate secretary. No formal date has been established for Mr. Pletcher's retirement, and Mr. Pletcher expects to continue in his role while the company works to identify a successor and thereafter to assist in the transition, which is expected to occur by the end of summer 2022.