Jim Swanson

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

EVP and Enterprise CIO at Johnson & Johnson

New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States

Overview

Jim Swanson is the EVP and Enterprise CIO at Johnson & Johnson, where he leverages over 30 years of experience at the intersection of science and technology. He is responsible for accelerating business outcomes through digital innovation. Colleagues describe him as an innovative, strategic, and insightful leader. He holds BS and MS degrees from Drexel University.

Outside of work, Jim is an active individual with interests in running, biking, skiing, scuba diving, and boating. He is married with three daughters and has also dedicated time to volunteering with organizations like the United Way and the American Heart Association, showcasing his commitment to community involvement.

He recently received the Lifetime of Achievement Award at the 2025 Global Tech & AI Awards for his career-long leadership in digital transformation.

Personality Overview

Consensus Focused

Optimistic

Story Driven

Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.  They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word.

Topics They Care About

AI in Healthcare
He is leading initiatives to integrate AI into pharmaceutical R&D, drug discovery, and to improve enterprise productivity and patient outcomes.
Digital Transformation
A core theme of his career, he has led large-scale digital transformation at Johnson & Johnson, Bayer Crop Science, and Monsanto.
Tech for Good
He has stated he has "the best job in the world" because he can use technology to drive a positive impact on global health.

Media Appearances

Q&A with Jim Swanson, Executive Vice President & Chief Information Officer, Johnson & Johnson. Featured in MIT Center for Digital Business

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5 questions with Johnson & Johnson's Jim Swanson. Featured in CIO.com

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Gen AI Present and Future: A Conversation with Jim Swanson, CIO at Johnson & Johnson. Featured in Greylock

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Work History

10-2019
EVP and Enterprise CIO at Johnson & Johnson
8-2018 - 9-2019
CIO and Head of Digital Transformation, Crop Science at Bayer Crop Science
11-2013 - 8-2018
Chief Information Officer at Monsanto
8-2008 - 10-2013
Vice President IT - Global Human Health at Merck
7-2005 - 7-2008
Vice President IT - Merck Research Labs at Merck

Education

BS from Drexel University
MS from Drexel University

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Exp : 20 Location : New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : EVP and Enterprise CIO at Johnson & Johnson
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Insights For Selling To Jim

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Speak from experience about success that the product has seen with other customers
  • Maintain high, positive energy and convey confidence
  • Refer to interesting customer testimonials and stress on great customer experience

DONT's

  • Don’t be too formal with them, they trust informality more
  • Don’t ask too many questions in one go, weave them into the flow
  • Don't be critical or challenge them openly, they can react defensively

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jim is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jim

  • They probably won't say no directly.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jim move?

  • They are not the ones to make fast decisions, even while they stay committed.
  • Can Jim take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And Jim

Personality Compatibility


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