Jean Jacques  Bienaime net worth and biography

Jean Bienaime Biography and Net Worth

Jean Jacques Bienaime is the chairman and CEO at BioMarin, a world leader in developing and commercializing first- or best-in-class therapies for rare genetic diseases.

Bienaimé joined BioMarin in 2005 as CEO and a member of the board of directors, bringing more than 25 years of biotechnology and pharmaceutical experience. He is credited with the company’s significant growth in revenue, employees, and stature. Under his direction, BioMarin’s market capitalization went from approximately $450 million to around $14 billion. 

Prior to BioMarin, Bienaimé was the chairman, CEO, and president of Genencor, a leading biotechnology company and a pioneer in enzyme innovation.

During his tenure, the company’s revenues experienced a significant increase to more than $400 million, and in 2005, it was sold to Danisco at an enterprise value of more than $1.2 billion.

Before Genencor, Bienaimé was the chairman, CEO, and president of Sangstat Medical Corporation, where he managed revenue growth, bringing it to profitability before it was acquired by Genzyme Corporation.

Previously, he held senior management roles at Rhone-Poulenc Rorer Pharmaceuticals (now SanofiAventis), including senior vice president of worldwide marketing and business development. In this role, he was responsible for the U.S. launch of Lovenox® and the global launch of Taxotere®. He also worked for Genentech, Inc. where he was involved with the launch of tissue plasminogen activator (t-PA).

Bienaimé currently sits on the board of Incyte Corporation, as well as those of industry trade organizations, PhRMA and Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO). He has previously served on the boards of Portola Pharmaceuticals, Inc., InterMune, Inc., and Vital Therapies, Inc., among others. 

In 2020, he was recognized as one of The Healthcare Technology Report’s “Top 50 Healthcare Technology CEOs.”

Bienaimé earned a degree in economics at the École Supérieure de Commerce de Paris and an M.B.A. from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania 

What is Jean Jacques Bienaime's net worth?

The estimated net worth of Jean Jacques Bienaime is at least $1.69 million as of March 24th, 2025. Mr. Bienaime owns 23,615 shares of BioMarin Pharmaceutical stock worth more than $1,688,000 as of March 26th. This net worth evaluation does not reflect any other investments that Mr. Bienaime may own. Learn More about Jean Jacques Bienaime's net worth.

How do I contact Jean Jacques Bienaime?

The corporate mailing address for Mr. Bienaime and other BioMarin Pharmaceutical executives is 770 Lindaro Street, San Rafael CA, 94901. BioMarin Pharmaceutical can also be reached via phone at (415) 506-6700 and via email at ir@bmrn.com. Learn More on Jean Jacques Bienaime's contact information.

Has Jean Jacques Bienaime been buying or selling shares of BioMarin Pharmaceutical?

Jean Jacques Bienaime has not been actively trading shares of BioMarin Pharmaceutical over the course of the past ninety days. Most recently, Jean Jacques Bienaime sold 20,000 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Thursday, May 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $81.62, for a transaction totalling $1,632,400.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director now directly owns 474,994 shares of the company's stock, valued at $38,769,010.28. Learn More on Jean Jacques Bienaime's trading history.

Who are BioMarin Pharmaceutical's active insiders?

BioMarin Pharmaceutical's insider roster includes Jeffrey Ajer (EVP), Mark Alles (Director), Jean Bienaime (CEO), Erin Burkhart (CAO), George Davis (EVP), Willard Dere (Director), Henry Fuchs (Insider), Michael Grey (Director), Charles Guyer (EVP), V. Lawlis (Director), Richard Meier (Director), Brian Mueller (CFO), David Pyott (Director), and Dennis Slamon (Director). Learn More on BioMarin Pharmaceutical's active insiders.

Are insiders buying or selling shares of BioMarin Pharmaceutical?

In the last twelve months, insiders at the biotechnology company sold shares 10 times. They sold a total of 122,505 shares worth more than $9,948,454.66. The most recent insider tranaction occured on March, 19th when CAO Erin Burkhart sold 1,295 shares worth more than $92,618.40. Insiders at BioMarin Pharmaceutical own 1.9% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at BioMarin Pharmaceutical.

Information on this page was last updated on 3/19/2025.

Jean Jacques Bienaime Insider Trading History at BioMarin Pharmaceutical

Jean Jacques Bienaime Buying and Selling Activity at BioMarin Pharmaceutical

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BioMarin Pharmaceutical Company Overview

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BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. develops and commercializes therapies for people with serious and life-threatening rare diseases and medical conditions. Its commercial products include Vimizim, an enzyme replacement therapy for the treatment of mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) IV type A, a lysosomal storage disorder; Naglazyme, a recombinant form of N-acetylgalactosamine 4-sulfatase for patients with MPS VI; and Kuvan, a proprietary synthetic oral form of 6R-BH4 that is used to treat patients with phenylketonuria (PKU), an inherited metabolic disease. The company's commercial products also comprise Palynziq, a PEGylated recombinant phenylalanine ammonia lyase enzyme, which is delivered through subcutaneous injection to reduce blood Phe concentrations; Brineura, a recombinant human tripeptidyl peptidase 1 for the treatment of patients with ceroid lipofuscinosis type 2, a form of Batten disease; Voxzogo, a once daily injection analog of c-type natriuretic peptide for the treatment of achondroplasia; and Aldurazyme, a purified protein designed to be identical to a naturally occurring form of the human enzyme alpha-L-iduronidase. In addition, it develops Roctavian, an adeno associated virus vector, for the treatment of patients with severe hemophilia A. The company serves specialty pharmacies, hospitals, and non-U.S. government agencies, as well as distributors and pharmaceutical wholesalers in the United States, Europe, Latin America, and internationally. BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. has license and collaboration agreements with Sarepta Therapeutics, Ares Trading S.A., Catalyst Pharmaceutical Partners, Inc. The company was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in San Rafael, California.
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