Russell Lindemann BA, MBA

Dr. Lindemann For over 25 years Russ has demonstrated the ability to lead the development of strategy, communicate direction, and implement plans that lead to results in the medical device industry. Russ finished his 19 year career at Valleylab as President from 2002-2003 where he completed integration of manufacturing facilities resulting in $4 million first year efficiencies and increased operating profit by 15%, all while boosting employee moral through promoting a vision focused on customer and employee satisfaction. His vision and leadership as Valleylab’s VP Sales, Marketing, and Business Development from 1998-2002 resulted in the successful launch of the Ligasure product lines (world’s first vessel sealing technology) and double digit sales growth. Russ’ career spanned all aspects of the Sales, Marketing, and Business Development functions at Valleylab including VP Sales 1996-1997, and Director of Marketing from 1994-1996. Russ holds a B.A. in Marketing from Cal State Chico, and a M.B.A. from Saint Marys College. From 2004 to 2010 he formed and operated several very successful small businesses during which time he significantly increased revenue and profits. Russ is one of six founders of JustRight Surgical, LLC, a company dedicated to the development of right-sized technology for the pediatric surgery market. Over the past 5 years, JustRight Surgical has raised funds, developed breakthrough devices, and commercially launched products in the US and Europe specific to this market.