Derek Benedictson

Derek Benedictson is a business leader at Johnson & Johnson known for his expertise in building brand equity and driving market share growth by modernizing customer experiences.

Since 2006, Derek has been instrumental in delivering exceptional in-market outcomes that surpass business objectives, managing over $1B in brand value for various Vision Care brands.

His key strengths lie in problem-solving, agility across functions, and team leadership, where he communicates a compelling vision and ensures well-structured execution plans.

Derek has successfully transformed media and digital ecosystems to enhance customer intelligence and drive personalized communications for improved brand equity and sales performance.

He excels in strategic IMC planning, analytics, digital marketing, and forging strategic partnerships to facilitate product launches and elevate brand engagement and market share.

His management style embodies servant leadership, setting clear performance expectations, and empowering teams to develop their skills and achieve impactful results.

Derek's educational background includes an MBA from The Wharton School and a BS in Business Administration from the University of Florida.

Currently serving as a Senior Marketing Manager at Johnson & Johnson, Derek is focused on driving value creation for customers through integrated marketing communications.