Responsibilities

Tony Zook directs AstraZeneca’s largest market—the United States. AstraZeneca is one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, with more than 12,000 of its 66,000 employees working in the United States. Tony also heads AstraZeneca’s Global Marketing function.

Prior experience

Tony began his pharmaceutical career in 1983 at Berlex Laboratories, where he held various positions, including District Sales Manager, Marketing Director, Vice President—National Accounts, and Vice President—Sales.

Tony joined Astra USA in 1997 as Vice President—Marketing and Sales. Prior to taking over as President and CEO, Zook was Senior Vice President—Commercial Operations for AstraZeneca LP, US, responsible for leading the company’s marketing and sales organizations.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, Frostburg University
• Associate degree in chemical engineering, Penn State University

Affiliations

• Pennsylvania Division of the American Cancer Society: Member of the Board
• National Pharmaceutical Council: Member of the Executive Council