“I think of the world as geographical regions, and it excites me to thi...” — Frans van Houten Quote

“I think of the world as geographical regions, and it excites me to think about the opportunity that Europe can have if we consider it to be the 500-million-people region that it is.”

“Our strategy is focused on driving better outcomes for patients and higher productivity for hospitals.”

“Even though we live in a fast-changing world with short term-ism all around, it requires years of determination to transform a company and structurally reap the rewards. Innovation companies need to set their sights on solving unmet needs - but this approach requires focus and long-term tenacity.”

“Building a mission and building a business go hand in hand. The primary thing that excites me is the mission. But we have always had a healthy understanding that we need to do both.”

“For me, quality of role is important, and if a role excites me, I do it.”

“Mythology does not interest me. Nor does history. But the possible overlap between history and mythology excites me immensely.”