Dermavant Appoints John Darden as New Head of Marketing

Mr. Darden will oversee Dermavant's marketing and branding efforts and shape communications strategies.

John Darden is the new Vice President of Marketing at Dermavant Sciences.

In his most recent role as Executive Director, Marketing and U.S. Brand Lead, Mr. Darden directed the healthcare professional, consumer, and field-based marketing strategies for Otezla (apremilast) tablet.

“I am proud to join a company of innovators and disruptors, with deep experience in dermatology and immunology,” says Mr. Darden in a news release. “It’s energizing to join a company that thrives on an entrepreneurial spirit, collaboration, and dynamic leadership.”

Mr. Darden will oversee Dermavant's marketing and branding efforts and shape communications strategies.

“We are thrilled to have John join Dermavant as our new VP of Marketing during a pivotal time in the company’s growth,” says Chris Chapman, Chief Commercial Officer at Dermavant. “John’s deep experience in leading a blockbuster brand in a highly competitive market speaks to his experience and leadership. Dermavant is built on innovation, and the addition of John strengthens our commercial strategy and execution. We are committed to continued innovation and bringing solutions to both providers and their patients suffering from inflammatory skin conditions.”