As the President and Founder of BlakeBrooke Ventures, LLC, I leverage my 20 years of experience in the medical device space to invest in and consult for early stage start-up companies with game-changing technologies. I am currently the CEO of Empress Medical. Empress is a U.S based start-up company revolutionizing the treatment of uterine fibroids. I also serve as the VP of Business development for PorTal and Access Medical Group. I hold board seats and advisory board member positions for multiple med-tech startups-up companies. Additionally, I am the founder and managing partner for BlakeBrooke Ventures SPV. I have helped deliver on successful exits while in various roles with companies such as AGA Medical, Vascular Insights and Venclose. I am passionate about advancing new technology and improving the lives of patients. I was honored to receive the 2023 “Outstanding Leadership Award” from Health 2.0 for my impact in the healthcare field. I also was delighted be featured on cover of The Health Insights magazine October 2023 edition and be included as one of the top 10 most influential females in the Med Tech space and to be published in CXO magazine’s 2024 global edition.