Mr. Derbyshire joined Salix in June 2000, bringing with him extensive pharmaceutical industry experience in finance, accounting, investor relations and general corporate matters. Prior to joining Salix, Mr. Derbyshire was Vice President, Corporate Controller and Secretary of Medco Research, Inc. (acquired by King Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in February 2000) from June 1999 to June 2000, and as Corporate Controller and Secretary from September 1995 to June 1999. Prior to that date, he served as Assistant Controller of Medco Research, Inc. from October 1993 to September 1995. Mr. Derbyshire received his B.S. degree from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and his MBA from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. |