James K.

James K. has extensive work experience in various leadership roles in the medical and manufacturing industries. James most recently served as the VP of Operations for Route 92 Medical starting in 2023. Prior to that, they were the Principal/Owner of OPM Consulting since 2015. From 2017 to 2023, they worked as the CVP of Operations at Innovasis, Inc. Before that, they held the position of RVP of Operations at Integra LifeSciences from 2013 to 2015. James also worked as a DVP of Operations at Edwards Lifesciences from 2012 to 2013. Before that, they were the CVP of Global Operations at Tornier USA from 2006 to 2012. From 2004 to 2006, they served as the DVP of Global Operations at St. Jude Medical. Prior to that, they held various management positions at St. Jude Medical and Boston Scientific. James started their career at Honeywell as a Lead Principal Engineer from 1985 to 1989.

James K. attended Black Hills State University from 1977 to 1980, where they obtained an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in General Studies. James then pursued their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering from South Dakota Mines from 1980 to 1985. Following this, James K. furthered their education at the University of St. Thomas from 1989 to 1993, where they earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a focus on Manufacturing Systems/Operations.