Aaron Stephens Email & Phone Number

2020-2022: Global Product ManagerNon-Biliary Dilation Devices, Polypectomy Devices & Lower GI Surgery Devices2022-Current: Global Product ManagerVision-Based Devices, Upstream New Product Development, EUS, Biliary AccessAs a Global Product Manager within the Endoscopy Division at Cook MedSurg, I've had the privilege of overseeing diverse product portfolios, adapting to emerging trends and evolving market demands.Key Responsibilities:•Spearheaded the strategic development and management of Non-Biliary Dilation Devices, Polypectomy Devices, and Lower GI Surgery Devices from 2020 to 2022, ensuring their alignment with customer needs and regulatory requirements.•Transitioned to leading the vision-based devices, upstream new product development, assisting with EUS, and biliary access product lines in 2022, focusing on pioneering solutions that push the boundaries of endoscopic technology and patient care.•With experience in both upstream product development and downstream product life-cycle management, I drive initiatives aimed at innovation, quality enhancement, and continuous improvement across all product lines.•Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to translate market insights into actionable strategies, guiding product development efforts from conception to commercialization.•Champion a culture of innovation and excellence, fostering collaboration, creativity, and agility within the organization to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.Focus Current:• Vision-Based Devices• EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound) FNB, FNA, LAMS• Biliary Access, Stone Management, Complex ERCP

Bloomington, Indiana Area

Cook MedSurg - Surgery DivisionPromotional Opportunity to be appointed a Global Product Manager for Cook Medical in the Surgery DivisionDriven and dedicated Global Product Manager specializing in Lower Gastrointestinal (GI) Biotechnologies within the Surgery Division at Cook MedSurg. Focused on driving innovation and enhancing patient outcomes through the development and commercialization of advanced tissue repair products tailored for colon and rectal surgery.Key Responsibilities:Strategically lead the product management efforts for Lower GI Biotechnologies, overseeing a portfolio of cutting-edge products designed for tissue repair in colon and rectal surgery, upper gi and bariatrics.Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, marketing, sales, and regulatory teams to drive product development initiatives from concept to commercialization.Conduct comprehensive market analysis to identify emerging trends, unmet needs, and competitive landscapes, guiding product positioning and market entry strategies.Develop and execute global product launch plans, including marketing campaigns, sales training, and key opinion leader engagement activities.Cultivate strong relationships with key opinion leaders, surgeons, and healthcare professionals to gain insights, gather feedback, and drive clinical adoption of Biodesign Anal Fistula Plug, Biodesign Rectopexy Graft, and Biodesign 4-layer Tissue Graft.Monitor product performance, analyze sales data, and implement strategic adjustments to maximize revenue growth and market share.Product Lines Included:Biodesign Anal Fistula PlugBiodesign Rectopexy GraftBiodesign 4-layer Tissue GraftBiodesign Hiatal Hernia Repair Graft

Pacific North West Territories: Or, Wa, Id, Mt,Ak

Promotional Opportunity to move into covering the complete territory of the Pacific Northwest.Increased territory size to all of: Oregon, MT, ID, WA, AK2nd Largest Territory in NAM*1 million dollar mark on July of 2014**Established Key Relationships and training centers with the Univesity of Washington Medical Center, Providence Health *48% in territory growth*

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

Cook Surgery District Manager for Oregon & SW WashingtonWithin this position, my primary focus was on the sales and distribution of the Cook Biodesign Advanced Tissue Repair Product line. My primary functions included establishing key relationship with and selling surgical products, biotechnology material and related equipment and services to surgeons, hospitals, outpatient facilities and key clinical & non-clinical decision-makers.Products Represented Included:- Advanced Tissue Repair - Cholangiography - Common Bile Duct Exploration - Dialysis - General Surgery - Bariatric Surgery- Parenteral Nutrition - Pediatric Surgery -Plastic & Reconstructive SurgeryKey Recognition2009-2010*35% Overall Territory Growth* Established educational training center for Pevlic Health & Reconstructive Surgery*Rookie of the Year Western Region* 2010-2011* $65,00+ increase in focus product basket * Elected to Cook Mentorship Program*40% increase in Hernia Focus Product Line*Territory Growth 22% & +$107,000 in Western Region for 2010*$270,000 & 16% growth in focus product basket# 2/10 within the Western Region*Finished 2010 # 9/46 for the Nation2011-2012Continual territory growth in 2012 +24% YTD*$112,000+ in overall territory growth*$50,000+ growth in focus university hospital* Initiated and closed the largest Capital equipment purchase by a major account all year.*Surpassed Plan*2013-2014*Appointed District Manager for all of the Pac NW for Surgery*1 million dollar mark on July of 2014*Driving Focus on Regional & Educational Development for Residents and Physicians Alike*$90,000+ in overall territory growth*$100,000+ in focus Biologic Basket* 4 consecutive years of increase in dollar spend and unit volume

Within this position I was able to assist in the organizational and product development stages within Cook Medical's Surgery Division.I was granted the opportunity to work with various product managers and project managers within Cook Inc. to develop a more enhanced understanding of the worlds largest privately held medical device corporation.

The Council for Advancing Student Leadership (CASL) is a student organization that works to advance, promote, facilitate, and recognize student leadership on the Bloomington campus. CASL is made up of 16 committees each providing a service specific to enhancing student leadership on campus. Each committee is led by a Director and supplemented by 2-5 committee membersAs a member and Director for the Council for Advancing Student Leadership I had the opportunity to work with a notable group of former Indiana University alumni and staff.My team members and I were responsible for the creation and distribution of a quarterly newsletter which was distributed to all of the Advisors an Coaches amongst the Indiana University Bloomington campus.Within this position I was responsible for the management and overhead of a creative and passionate group of students.My responsibilities included designating specific tasks and organizing a weekly meeting amongst board members to overview our quarterly newsletter.

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