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Genentech

Healthcaresubsidiary

Genentech is a healthcare company based in California, operating as part of Hoffmann-La Roche. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in California. It operates in the healthcare sector. Key people associated with the company include Herbert Boyer (Founder) and Robert A. Swanson (Founder). Reported headcount was 14815 as of 2016-09-01, per Wikidata. Facts on this page are drawn from public sources including SEC EDGAR, Wikidata, and the company's own disclosures, each linked below.

Company facts

HeadquartersSouth San Francisco, California
Founded1976
Typesubsidiary
ParentHoffmann-La Roche
Employees14815 (as of 2016-09-01, Wikidata P1128 (as of 2016-09-01))stale, 2yr+ old
Websitewww.gene.com/

Key people

  • Herbert Boyer — Founder
  • Robert A. Swanson — Founder

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Genentech located?

Genentech is based in South San Francisco, California.

When was Genentech founded?

Genentech was founded in 1976.

Is Genentech public or private?

Genentech is classified as subsidiary.

What industry is Genentech in?

Genentech operates in healthcare.

Who owns Genentech?

Genentech is part of Hoffmann-La Roche, per public corporate records.

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