Fritz Hoffmann-La Roche

1868–1920 (age 52)

Biography

Fritz Hoffmann-La Roche (1868–1920) was a visionary entrepreneur whose leadership helped shape the pharmaceutical landscape of Switzerland. His emphasis on research-driven innovation laid the groundwork for a company that would become a global force in medicine.

Hoffmann-La Roche championed collaboration between scientists and industry, believing that progress depended on rigorous inquiry and ethical stewardship. He is remembered at Wolfgottesacker, where the values he championed continue to inspire future generations of innovators.

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