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Lilly makes medicines that help people live longer, healthier, more active lives.

We were founded by Eli Lilly in 1876, and are now the 10th largest pharmaceutical company in the world. We have steadfastly remained independent, but not isolated. Across the globe, Lilly has developed productive alliances and partnerships that advance our capacity to develop innovative medicines at lower costs. Lilly is consistently ranked as one of the best companies in the world to work for, and generations of Lilly employees have sustained a culture that values excellence, integrity, and respect for people.

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Lilly Celebrates 135 Years

 Lilly celebrates 135 years

Lilly celebrated its 135th anniversary on May 10. John Lechleiter, the company's chairman, president, and CEO, shared his feelings about Lilly's past, present and future with employees in this 4-minute video.

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Lilly's global employees number approximately 40,000, and our medicines are marketed in 143 countries. Lilly has major research and development facilities in eight countries and conducts clinical trials in more than 50 countries.

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