Ted Porterfield
About Ted Porterfield
Ted Porterfield serves as the Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships at Evolus, bringing over two decades of experience in sales operations and management within the medical devices and pharmaceuticals sectors.
Current Role at Evolus
Ted Porterfield serves as the Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships at Evolus, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on developing and managing strategic alliances that enhance the company's market presence in the medical aesthetics sector. His responsibilities include identifying partnership opportunities and fostering relationships that align with Evolus's business objectives. He operates from Waxhaw, North Carolina, contributing to the company's growth in the skin care industry.
Previous Experience at Obagi Medical Products
Before joining Evolus, Ted Porterfield worked at Obagi Medical Products as the Senior Director of Dermatology Sales from 2006 to 2013. During his seven-year tenure, he was responsible for leading sales initiatives and managing a team focused on dermatological products. His experience at Obagi contributed to his expertise in sales operations within the medical devices sector.
Experience at Astellas Pharma
Ted Porterfield's career includes a significant role at Astellas Pharma, where he served as Senior Manager of Consumer Marketing, KOL Development & Patient Education from 1999 to 2006. Based in the Charlotte, North Carolina area, he spent seven years developing marketing strategies and engaging with key opinion leaders in the pharmaceuticals industry, enhancing his background in strategic partnerships.
Role at Allergan
From 2013 to 2018, Ted Porterfield held the position of National Director for Facial Aesthetics and SkinMedica National Accounts at Allergan. In this role, he managed national accounts and directed sales strategies for facial aesthetics products. His five years at Allergan further solidified his expertise in the skin care market and sales management.
Education and Expertise
Ted Porterfield earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics from Brandeis University. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in sales operations and management, particularly within the medical devices and pharmaceuticals sectors. This foundation has been instrumental in his career progression and his current role in strategic partnerships.