Michael Edward "Mike" Szymanczyk (born 3 January 1949) is a former

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, serving in that position from 2008 to 2012. He previously served as Chairman and CEO of Philip Morris Companies Inc. between April 2002 and August 2002.

Biography

He received a

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degree in Finance from the

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in 1971. Szmanczyk played varsity basketball for

He started his career at

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, working his way through their brand management path. Prior to his appointment as chairman, he served as President and CEO of

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between November 1997 and April 2002. He was Chief Operating Officer of Philip Morris USA from July 1997 to November 1997. Michael first joined Philip Morris USA as Senior Vice President, Sales, in October 1990.

Philanthropy

He currently serves on the board of trustees for the Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges, the

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, and the

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School of Engineering Foundation. Szmanczyk is also Chairman of the Dean's Advisory Council for the school's Kelley School of Business.

References

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