Russell Reynolds Associates Strengthens Medical Technology Expertise with Addition of John Schultz

MINNEAPOLIS & ST. PAUL, Minn.--()--Global executive search and assessment firm Russell Reynolds Associates today announced an expansion of the company's Minneapolis/St. Paul office with the appointment of John Schultz to the Medical Technology practice. In his new role, Mr. Schultz will leverage his expertise in medical technology innovation and commercialization to provide strategic counsel and senior-level executive search services to clients in the large and growing field of medical technology.

“John has deep industry experience and has been instrumental in the development and marketing of critical advances in the medical device field," said Erik Wordelman, Area Manager of the Minneapolis/St. Paul office and leader of the Medical Technology Practice in North America. "We look forward to his contributions as he leverages this background to provide the strategic insight our clients need to build senior leadership teams that will carry them forward."

Prior to joining Russell Reynolds Associates, Mr. Schultz was with Medtronic as the U.S. Marketing Manager for the CoreValve transcatheter heart valve in the Cardiac & Vascular Group. Prior to that, John was in Mumbai, India developing market development strategies for Medtronic’s Cardiovascular and CRDM businesses. John joined Medtronic in Corporate Business Development and later served as Senior Portfolio Marketing Manager and Senior Business Development Associate in the Cardiovascular division through Medtronic’s Leadership Development Rotation Program.

Mr. Schultz began his career as Investment Banking Analyst with TripleTree, an independent merchant and investment bank focused on M&A, financial restructuring, principle investing and strategic advisory services for healthcare and technology companies. He later worked as a Senior Financial Analyst for Northwest Airlines.

John received his B.S.B.A. in actuarial science and finance from Drake University, and his M.B.A. from The Fuqua School of Business at Duke University.

About Russell Reynolds Associates

Leadership for a Changing World. In today’s global business environment, success is driven by the talent, vision and leadership capabilities of senior executives. Russell Reynolds Associates is a leading global executive search and assessment firm with more than 300 consultants based in 39 offices worldwide. Our consultants work closely with public and private organizations to assess and recruit senior executives and board members to drive long-term growth and success. Our in-depth knowledge of major industries and our clients’ specific business challenges, combined with our understanding of who and what make an effective leader, ensures that our clients secure the best leadership teams for the ongoing success of their businesses. www.russellreynolds.com

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Contacts

Makovsky + Company, Inc.
Michael Goodwin, 212-508-9639
mgoodwin@makovsky.com