John Minardo

John Minardo is a distinguished legal professional with extensive experience in managing complex business transactions, regulatory matters, compliance, and risk management.

As the Chief Legal Officer at Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, John oversees various legal functions including integrity and compliance, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, employment law, and anti-trust activities.

With a background in both law and political science, John Minardo holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from Brooklyn Law School and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science from Boston College.

Throughout his career, John has held key legal positions at reputable organizations such as Seqirus, Novartis Influenza Vaccines, and Kaye Scholer LLP, where he honed his expertise in corporate governance, legal counseling, and business development.

John is known for his leadership skills, commitment to change management, and dedication to enhancing associate engagement through effective communication, coaching, mentoring, and comprehensive development planning.

As a member of the Ironwood Executive Leadership Team, John Minardo has been acknowledged for his strategic advice on risk management, making him a trusted business partner and an influential thought leader in the organization.