David P. King was the CEO and Chairman of Labcorp Holdings, a major player in the clinical laboratory industry, from 2009 until 2019. Before that, he held various roles with the company, including Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President....
David P. King was the CEO and Chairman of Labcorp Holdings, a major player in the clinical laboratory industry, from 2009 until 2019. Before that, he held various roles with the company, including Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President. He started at Labcorp in 2001 as General Counsel and made his way up company ranks over nearly two decades, gaining deep insight into business strategy, finance, and health care. King’s leadership was marked by a focus on performance-based pay and executive compensation tied directly to company targets, reflecting a strong alignment with shareholder interests. His journey began as a partner at a top law firm before moving into corporate leadership, which showcases his mix of legal expertise and business acumen. After retiring from the CEO position, he continued to influence Labcorp as Executive Chairman and remains committed to guiding the company in strategic planning.