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AstraZeneca continually receives awards and recognition for our efforts in many areas, including a rewarding work environment for employees, innovative products for patients, financial results for investors, and support for our community. We’re proud to highlight a few below.

Award/Recognition Year Details
100 Best Companies to Work For, FORTUNE Magazine 2008 AstraZeneca was the only large pharmaceutical company mentioned on FORTUNE’s “100 Best” list, ranking number 83 and receiving special mention for its on-site wellness programs, fitness center and other amenities—as well as child care.
Top 15 Fittest Companies in America, Men’s Fitness magazine 2007 AstraZeneca was chosen by Men’s Fitness Magazine as one of the top 15 fittest companies in America. It was selected for providing employees access to modern gym and fitness facilities, cafeterias with menus with health and nutrition in mind, preventative medical care, programs for losing weight and quitting smoking, and rewards for staying in shape.
CEO Cancer Gold Standard Reaccreditation, CEO Roundtable on Cancer 2007 AstraZeneca received CEO Gold Standard Reaccreditation by the CEO Roundtable on Cancer for its ongoing promotion of employee cancer-prevention initiatives. In 2005, AstraZeneca was among the first six organizations to receive Gold Standard Accreditation, which recognizes the actions AstraZeneca takes to promote cancer prevention, early cancer detection and access to quality cancer care for all employees and their dependents.
Top Employer, Science Magazine 2007 For the sixth consecutive year, AstraZeneca was named a “top employer” in Science magazine’s ranking of the world's most respected biopharmaceutical employers. In 2007, AstraZeneca ranked ninth overall.
100 Best Companies for Working Mothers, Working Mother Magazine 2007 AstraZeneca was recognized for the sixth year in a row from among hundreds of companies for providing a supportive and inclusive workplace environment. In 2007, AstraZeneca was specifically recognized for the retention and advancement of women, our flexible work arrangements and family-friendly leave policy, and a state of the art childcare center.
Best Places to Work in Industry, The Scientist 2007 Recently, AstraZeneca was named one of the Best Places to Work in Industry for 2007 by The Scientist. AstraZeneca ranked sixth in the Top 15 list of large companies, and twentieth in the list of Top 30 companies. AstraZeneca's "Most Highly Ranked Factors" were remuneration and benefits and training and development.
100 Best Companies to Work For, FORTUNE Magazine 2007 AstraZeneca was the only large pharmaceutical company mentioned on FORTUNE’s “100 Best” list, ranking number 71 and receiving special mention for aligning employees via town hall meetings, newsletters, road shows, and breakfasts with the U.S. CEO, making it feel like "a down-home family-run outfit."
Fit-Friendly Company Award, American Heart Association 2007 The American Heart Association named AstraZeneca the first recipient of its “Fit-Friendly Company” award, which recognizes companies that are taking a lead to support corporate wellness initiatives that encourage employees to incorporate exercise into their workday.
CEO Cancer Gold Standard Reaccreditation, CEO Roundtable on Cancer 2006 AstraZeneca received CEO Gold Standard Reaccreditation by the CEO Roundtable on Cancer for its ongoing promotion of employee cancer-prevention initiatives. In 2005, AstraZeneca was among the first six organizations to receive Gold Standard Accreditation, which recognizes the actions AstraZeneca takes to promote cancer prevention, early cancer detection and access to quality cancer care for all employees and their dependents.
Top Employer, Science Magazine 2006 For the fifth consecutive year, AstraZeneca was named a “top employer” in Science magazine’s ranking of the world's most respected biopharmaceutical employers. In 2006, AstraZeneca ranked fifth overall.
100 Best Companies for Working Mothers, Working Mother Magazine 2006 AstraZeneca was recognized for the fifth year in a row from among hundreds of companies for providing a supportive and inclusive workplace environment. This year AstraZeneca was specifically recognized for of our advancement of women, state of the art childcare center, parental leaves and flexible work arrangements.
25 Noteworthy Companies List, DiversityInc 2006 This list recognizes companies that have made significant strides in several important areas, including human capital, CEO commitment, corporate communications, and supplier diversity. AstraZeneca’s main diversity focus has been on recruitment, including recruiting people with disabilities, and retention. Company-funded and company-sponsored networking groups and work/life balance programs are accredited to AstraZeneca’s ongoing progress.
Best Employer for Healthy Lifestyles, National Business Group on Health 2006 AstraZeneca is one of three-dozen US employers recognized for their innovative efforts to battle obesity and promote a healthy work environment for their employees by providing meaningful fitness and lifestyle improvement programs.
Top 50 Employer, CAREERS & the disABLED Magazine 2006 The readers of CAREERS & the disABLED magazine selected the top companies in the country for which they would most prefer to work or believe are progressive in hiring people with disabilities. This is the 15th anniversary of this award, and this year AstraZeneca ranked 36th in 2006.
CEO Cancer Gold Standard Accreditation, CEO Roundtable on Cancer 2005 AstraZeneca was among the first six organizations to receive Gold Standard Accreditation, which recognizes the actions we take to promote cancer prevention, early cancer detection and access to quality cancer care for all employees and their dependents.
"The Top Supporter" Certificate of Appreciation, New Castle County Daffodil Days Campaign of the American Cancer Society (ACS). 2005 AstraZeneca received the “The Top Supporter” certificate of appreciation for the 2005 New Castle County Daffodil Days Campaign of the ACS. “Ambassador volunteers,” both employees and retirees, raised a grand total of $36,614.50, with all proceeds going directly to the ACS.
Drug Packager of the Year, Food and Drug Magazine 2005 AstraZeneca was recognized for its excellence in efficiency, effectiveness, and innovation in packaging technology, which helped to promote medication compliance among physicians and their patients.
Corporate Image Award, National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL) 2005 AstraZeneca received the NBCSL Corporate Image Award for its ongoing work to address health disparities. Over the past three years AstraZeneca has educated more than 100 legislators on key health policy issues impacting the African American community, and is recognized as the exclusive sponsor for the annual NBCSL and National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators (NHCSL) Health Disparities Conference.
Product of the Year, National Business & Disability Council 2005 AstraZeneca’s SEROQUEL® (quetiapine fumarate) was named “Product of the Year,” an award given to a company that is responsible for manufacturing and distributing a product that has helped enhance the lives of people with disabilities.
Most Admired Places for Minorities to Work, US Black Engineer & Information Technology Magazine 2005 Honored AstraZeneca's high standing among minority professionals' impressions of diversity programs at today’s top companies.
2005 Corporate Circle Partner, National Medical Association (NMA) 2005 AstraZeneca joined the NMA’s “Circle of Partners” for its dedication to fighting disparities in healthcare and its commitment to delivering life-saving research and treatment options.
Top Employer, Science Magazine 2005 For the fourth consecutive year, AstraZeneca was named a “top employer” in Science magazine’s ranking of the world's most respected biopharmaceutical employers. This year, AstraZeneca ranked fourth overall, improving on the previous year’s ranking of fifth.
Corporate Community Partner Award 2005 The Research Center of Excellence in Bangalore, India, was recognized for the company's high level of caring, local impact, and generosity in the fight against tuberculosis.
Business Development Deal of the Year 2005 AstraZeneca and the Cambridge Antibody Technology (CAT) group were recognized for pursuing a true win-win partnership of CAT’s expertise in monoclonal antibody generation and optimization combined with AstraZeneca’s drug development and global market strength.
Booker T. Washington Award, National Minority Health Month Foundation 2005 Recognized AstraZeneca's efforts to reach out to minority communities through partnerships and programs that support education and services.
Celebrate Life Community Award, Crozer Regional Cancer Center 2005 AstraZeneca was selected for dedication to making a difference in cancer care in the community through the Crozer Regional Cancer Center and other community activities.
FORTUNE 40 Award 2005 AstraZeneca company stock was selected as one of the elite FORTUNE 40, in a FORTUNE “special investors” issue.
Bronze Corporate Sponsor Award, INROADS Program 2005 Recognized AstraZeneca's continued participation in the INROADS program, the nation’s largest nonprofit source of salaried corporate internships for high-performing African American, Hispanic/Latino American, and Native American Indian college students.
Good Neighbor Award, Waltham Partnership for Youth 2005 Honored AstraZeneca for supporting the Partnership through its Boston R&D facility since 2000, both financially and with in-kind donations that support science education.
100 Best Companies for Working Mothers, Working Mother Magazine 2005 Recognized AstraZeneca for the fourth year in a row from among hundreds of companies for excellence in the areas of work/life culture, flexibility, family-friendly programs, child care, women’s advancement, and total compensation.
Committee Pro Patria Award 2005 AstraZeneca received the Committee Pro Patria Award from the Delaware Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. This award recognized AstraZeneca as the employer within Delaware that demonstrates the highest level of support for its employees who serve in the National Guard or Reserve.
Top Employer, Science Magazine 2004 For the third consecutive year, AstraZeneca was named a “top employer” in Science magazine’s ranking of the world’s most respected biopharmaceutical employers. This year, AstraZeneca ranked fifth overall, improving on the previous year's ranking of sixth.
"Best of the Best" Product Pipeline in the Industry, R&D Directions 2004 AstraZeneca's pipeline was selected from the top 10 in the industry, as determined by R&D Directions, a leading trade publication.
Lung Cancer Therapeutics Product of the Year, Frost & Sullivan 2004 AstraZeneca was presented Frost & Sullivan's Product of the Year Award in lung cancer therapeutics for its novel product IRESSA® (gefitinib). This award is presented each year to the company that has demonstrated excellence in new products and technologies within its industry.
Best New Medicine of the Year, Med Ad News 2004 AstraZeneca’s first-in-class lung cancer drug IRESSA was selected by Med Ad News, a leading trade publication, as the best new medicine approved during 2003.
Oncology Compound of the Year, Pharmaceutical Achievement Awards 2004 IRESSA was named Oncology Compound of the Year at the Third Annual Pharmaceutical Achievement Awards. This award honors a novel cancer drug that offers major improvements relative to past therapies in the targeting and treatment of specific cancers.
100 Best Companies to Work For, FORTUNE Magazine 2004 AstraZeneca premiered on FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best" list for its rewarding work environment.
100 Best Companies for Working Mothers, Working Mother Magazine 2004 For the third year in a row, Working Mother magazine named AstraZeneca among the “100 Best Companies for Working Mothers” from hundreds of companies across the country for its overall supportive work/life culture.
Recognized as "Employer of Choice" for Diversity Efforts, Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA) 2004 The MCCA recognized AstraZeneca as a one of the most successful industry leaders in the region for creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace.
The FORTUNE 40 List, FORTUNE Magazine 2004 AstraZeneca was selected to FORTUNE magazine's 2004 third annual listing of winning stocks.
Named One of 20 Noteworthy Companies for Diversity, DiversityInc 2004 AstraZeneca was included on this list of companies that have demonstrated excellence in one or more particular areas of diversity measurement.
Honored for Multicultural Marketing Campaign, PRWeek 2004 AstraZeneca's Spanish-language “War on Migraines: A Militant Approach” campaign received honorable mention at the PRWeek awards ceremony.
Best Companies for Commuters, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 2004 Recognized AstraZeneca's traffic mitigation efforts and promotion of ride sharing and car pooling.
Above and Beyond Award, Employers Support of the Guard and Reserve 2004 This award recognized AstraZeneca's progressive policies in support of activated military guardsmen and reservists.
Ranked #1 on List of Top 10 Companies for Female Executives, DiversityInc 2004 The percentage of female executives at AstraZeneca rose from 13.5% to 21% between 2002 and 2003.
Top Employer, Science Magazine 2003 AstraZeneca earned the title of “Top Employer” from Science magazine when it ranked sixth on a list of biopharma employers identified with the best reputations as employers.
Company of the Year, Med Ad News 2003 AstraZeneca was selected as "Pharmaceutical Company of the Year" for its pipeline and R&D programs.
100 Best Companies for Working Mothers, Working Mother Magazine 2003 AstraZeneca was selected for Working Mother magazine's “100 Best” list for the second year in a row.
Rep of the Year, Pharmaceutical Representative Magazine 2003 Presented to sales representatives who have demonstrated a commitment to a higher standard of leadership and to providing the best medicines to the patients whom they ultimately serve.
Marketing Team of the Year, Medical Marketing & Media<\i> Magazine 2003 The NEXIUM® (esomeprazole magnesium) team was honored in the large pharmaceutical company category based on a number of factors considered by the publication, including sales and market share growth and advertising effectiveness.
Friend in the Fight Award, Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation 2003 The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation recognized AstraZeneca for its commitment to the fight against breast cancer.
100 Best Companies for Working Mothers, Working Mother Magazine 2002 AstraZeneca was chosen for Working Mother "100 Best" list for helping employees achieve work/life balance and for providing support for personal development and advancement within the organization.
Company of Choice, Science Magazine 2002 AstraZeneca was recognized as a "Company of Choice" and ranked tenth in a survey conducted by Science magazine to identify biotech companies with the best reputations as employers.
AstraZeneca President and CEO David Brennan Named "Man of the Year" by The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America (CFA) 2002 The CFA honored CEO David Brennan for his dedication and commitment to the community and for his demonstrated interest in and concern for those who suffer from Crohn’s disease.
R&D Boston Named Lab of the Year, R&D Magazine 2001 R&D Magazine, a respected research and development publication, recognized AstraZeneca R&D Boston as the best new laboratory that combines all aspects of the building into a superior working environment.
Top 35 Places to Work, Philadelphia Magazine 2001 Philadelphia Magazine recognized AstraZeneca for its rewarding work environment by naming it one of the "Top 35 Places to Work" in the greater Philadelphia region.
Best Product Pipeline in the Industry, R&D Directions 2001 AstraZeneca's pipeline was named "Best of the Best" by R&D Directions, a leading trade publication.
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