Author Profile

Courtney Billington is Head of Government Affairs, North America for Johnson & Johnson. In this role, Courtney leads all Federal and State government affairs for the US and Canada while managing J&J’s Washington DC Office. Courtney and his team work collaboratively to advocate for equitable, affordable, high-quality healthcare for all people.  

Previously, Courtney was President, Janssen Neuroscience providing innovative treatments and services for patients living with serious mental illness and neurological disorders with a focus on schizophrenia, multiple sclerosis and forms of challenging-to-treat depression. Prior to that he served as the Vice President, Janssen Supply Chain where he was responsible for the global manufacturing and supply management of all Janssen biopharmaceutical brands.  Over the course of Courtney’s 30-year career with Johnson & Johnson, he has held globally diverse, strategic leadership roles in the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device sectors in Sales, marketing, manufacturing, supply chain management, procurement, strategic planning and process improvement. He has led multi-billion dollar businesses and ben responsible for  global operations and teams of more than 10,000 people across 5 continents.

Courtney began his career as a Quartermaster Officer in the United States Army and retired honorably after serving with the 18th Airborne Corps at Fort Campbell, KY, and in Operation Desert Storm. 

Courtney is an active board member and participant of numerous organizations designed to support the education and development of future leaders, supporting veterans and their families, and advancement and empowerment of people.  Courtney earned a Bachelor of Science degree in General Engineering Management from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.