Darren, currently Special Projects Director at Guoman and Thistle Hotels UK, will join the business in May 2014.
In the role of Chief Operating Officer, Darren will work closely with Chief Executive Officer Annelies van den Belt. He will contribute to the development of the DC Thomson Family History business strategy, holding overall responsibility for the role of Chief Finance Officer and playing a key role in the businesses’ operational processes.
Darren has previously worked for a number of national and international companies including Volex plc, where he held the position of Commercial Finance Director, SpinVox, Sony Ericsson and Cable & Wireless.
DC Thomson Family History Chief Executive Officer Annelies van den Belt said, “Darren brings with him a wealth of commercial experience and has a track record of building and developing high performing teams. I have every confidence that his experience and expertise will prove invaluable to DC Thomson Family History.”
Darren Makarem added, "I have been very impressed with DC Thomson Family History's ambitious growth plans, and look forward to joining Annelies and the rest of the team in helping to drive the business forward."
