Chris Palermo

Chris Palermo has extensive work experience in finance and audit roles. Chris is currently the VP Internal Audit at BeiGene since 2021. Prior to that, they served as the VP Internal Audit at Endo Pharmaceuticals from 2016 to 2021.

Chris also held various roles at Covidien (Medtronic Minimally Invasive Therapies Group) from 2006 to 2015, including VP Global FP&A and VP Corporate Audit. During their tenure at Covidien, they led financial planning and analysis activities, implemented cost reduction initiatives, and created the audit function for the company.

Before Covidien, Chris served as the VP Finance & CFO at Tyco Fire & Building Products in 2005. Chris also worked at Tyco International from 2003 to 2005 as the Executive Audit Director, overseeing global audit activities.

Earlier in their career, Chris worked at GE in roles such as Manager of Finance - Silicones Americas and Manager of FP&A - Silicones.

Overall, Chris Palermo has demonstrated expertise in finance, audit, and strategic planning, with a focus on driving financial performance and implementing cost-saving initiatives.

Chris Palermo attended St. John's Preparatory School from 1986 to 1990, where they completed their high school education. Chris then attended the Questrom School of Business at Boston University from 1990 to 1994, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, General.