Adam Steadman, MDD Options
Adam Steadman currently serves as CEO of MDD Options, a hybrid distribution and logistics organization focused on supporting start-up medical device companies as they enter commercialization in the USA. Among his previous roles, Adam was Global Head of Clinical Development for Medical Device and Diagnostics at one the world's largest CROs, Syneos Health. In this role Adam was involved in studies conducted in many regions of the world, for a number of different regulatory pathways, for all classes of medical devices. As a subject matter expert, Adam has been involved as an author and presenter in a number of webinars, road shows, conferences and publications. Areas of expertise include clinical program development, EU MDR/IVDR and FDA IDE/NSR studies, SaMD and algorithm development. Adam has more than 18 years’ experience in Clinical Research Organizations in operations, finance and business development, prior to which time he qualified as a Chartered Accountant and held a number of leadership positions in other industries. Adam is based in the RTP area of North Carolina.
Ajay Nair, The Mullings Group
Ajay Nair, The Mullings Group
Ajay Nair has more than 22 years’ experience in the Global Medical Device Industry, having held positions in New Product Development, Sales, Sales Education, International Marketing and Market Access, with multi-national companies (Ethicon Inc., Covidien, Eli Lilly, Medtronic) along with 10+ years of roles in leadership (General Management and Global Vice President) and increasing P&L responsibilities at Ossur and most recently WillowWood Global. Ajay’s expertise is in developing market entry strategies and leading cross-functional teams to launch products and services in target markets. His experience spans launching products in the US, EMEA and for almost 11 years within Asia Pacific inclusive of China. He now leads the international business for The Mullings Group (TMG) and is based in the Asia Pacific Region, splitting his time between Singapore and Perth, Australia. He holds a MBA in International Business and Marketing from the Thunderbird Global School of Management and a degree
Ajeesh Ashraf, Blue Box Advancements
Managing Partner
Ajeesh Ashraf, Blue Box Advancements
With 20 years of experience at Johnson & Johnson in various commercial roles, I co-founded Blue Box Advancements with the sole purpose of delivering commercial impact for health care companies.
Ashley Wittorf, Johnson & Johnson
Sr. Director, Business Development Surgical Robotics
Ashley Wittorf, Johnson & Johnson
Global medtech executive and business development professional with over 20 years of broad industry experience rooted in commercialization strategy and product development; 8+ years focused on assisting C-level executives and their companies achieve commercial success, while shaping policy and direction for entire medtech industry. Motivational leader with a passion for efficient execution and talent for cultivating lasting business relationships, organizations, and extensive networks. Creative and intuitive manager with deep understanding of the technical and regulatory environment and ability to identify companies with high potential for commercial success and technologies that improve patient outcomes.
Woon Chau Ang, B. Braun Medical
R&D Director
Woon Chau Ang, B. Braun Medical
More than 15 years in medical device industry and currently holding a position in Research and Development department as Head of DfX in BBraun Medical Industries Sdn Bhd, Malaysia.
Yeow Kee Tay, B Braun Medical
Director, Digital Customer Solutions and Services APAC
Yeow Kee Tay, B Braun Medical
Yeow Kee leads strategic initiatives to develop and deliver cutting-edge digital solutions and services tailored to meet the unique needs of BBraun across the APAC region. He possesses a deep understanding of both the technical and business aspects of healthcare IT, allowing them to effectively align technology solutions with organisational goals and customer requirements.