-Identified and modified existing stapling technology for concept evaluation in animal model-Researched existing endoscopic technologies (suture, staples, clips, clamps, etc) for ways to incorporate into new device design to treat Short Bowel Syndrome-Create agenda and lead User Needs discussion with group of physician advisors for next generation device-Attended new physician training animal lab for XL1 Tissue Regeneration Therapy Device-Initiated new device development into internal Design Control system

-Developed and managed project budgets, departmental budgets, and quarterly spending strategies to maximize results while managing financial constraints.-Led engineering teams including external engineering partners for a steerable introducer device with integrated endoscope-Integrated SentreHeart Design History Files into Atricure Design Control System for 7 devices-Led product requirement integration with over 80 functional performance requirements, test development of over 30 tests, and testing completion on 7 devices for PMA and EUMDR submissions-Managed project and led technical development for steerable introducer device with integrated endoscoping imaging capability for subxiphoid over the wire pericardial access through project definition, concept, and feasibility phases-Implemented EUMDR compliant Implant Card for company's implantable devices

-Participated in executive planning sessions to develop and implement development strategies to meet corporate goals-Managed and prioritized device improvement and new product pipeline for future development resulting in constant device improvement-Participated in the ongoing evaluation of potential markets, new products, and new business opportunities-Planned, scheduled, and completed projects from concept through regulatory approval and commercial use in an aggressive manner consistent with corporate objectives -Collaborated with cross functional teams to determine new product development strategy from product inception to market launch-Recruited, hired, managed, mentored, and developed research and development staff members-Contributed to the overall intellectual property position of the company by aggressively encouraging and managing invention and patent applications and managing overall intellectual property portfolio-Worked closely with Interventional Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist key opinion leaders and clinical engineers to develop percutaneous LAA ligation system and procedure-Proactively supported company goals and objectives, policies and procedures, the Quality System Regulation, ISO/MDD regulations, and other regulatory requirements-Provided support in the resolution of product complaints-Provided engineering design and testing support or 510(k), CE, and aMAZE IDE Regulatory Submissions-Participated in pre-clinical feasibility studies and GLP Animal Studies to develop the clinical procedure and evaluate designs-Attended US and OUS clinical cases to develop relationships with industry-leading cardiologists and electrophysiologists-Supported First in Man studies for new product releases