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Shockwave Medical Appoints Kevin Ballinger to Board of Directors

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Kevin Ballinger, a renowned leader in the healthcare industry with over 25 years of experience, has joined Shockwave Medical's Board of Directors. Ballinger's background in executive leadership positions, particularly in interventional cardiology, will be invaluable to Shockwave as it continues to grow its Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) technology while expanding its reach to more patients. Ballinger brings a wealth of expertise to the table, having served as President of Aldevron, LLC, and as a member of the board of directors of Silk Road Medical, Inc. His experience in the medical device industry and his passion for improving patient outcomes make him an ideal addition to Shockwave's leadership team.

Key Takeaways:

  • Kevin Ballinger, a 25-year industry veteran, has joined Shockwave Medical's Board of Directors, bringing expertise in executive leadership and interventional cardiology.
  • Ballinger has served as President of Aldevron, LLC, and as a member of the board of directors of Silk Road Medical, Inc.
  • He has over 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry, including 25 years at Boston Scientific Corporation and 9 years as Executive Vice President and Global President of its Interventional Cardiology division.
  • Ballinger earned his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University and his M.B.A. from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management.
  • Ballinger will serve on Shockwave's Nominating and ESG Committee and the Compensation Committee of the Board.
  • He is excited to join the Board of Directors and contribute to the growth and success of Shockwave as it continues to develop and commercialize innovative technologies for the treatment of cardiovascular disease.

Statistics:

  • 25 years: Ballinger's experience in the healthcare industry
  • 25 years: Ballinger's tenure at Boston Scientific Corporation
  • 9 years: Ballinger's time as Executive Vice President and Global President of Boston Scientific's Interventional Cardiology division
  • 1: The number of time Ballinger has served as President of Aldevron, LLC
  • 1: The number of time Ballinger has served as a member of Aldevron's board of directors
  • 1: The number of time Ballinger has served as a member of the board of directors of Silk Road Medical, Inc.
  • 2020-07: The date Ballinger joined Aldevron, LLC as President
  • 2020-12: The date Ballinger joined the board of directors of Silk Road Medical, Inc.
  • 2021-08: The date Danaher Corporation acquired Aldevron, LLC

Sources:

  • GlobeNewswire
  • Shockwave Medical, Inc.
  • Aldevron, LLC
  • Danaher Corporation
  • Boston Scientific Corporation
  • Silk Road Medical, Inc.

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