Erica Rogers

Erica Rogers

Erica Rogers is a renowned medtech industry leader and entrepreneur with over three decades of experience in the sector.1 She currently serves as a Director at LightForce.1

Key Highlights

• Former President and CEO of Silk Road Medical, Inc. from 2012 to 2023, steering the company from a 25-person startup to a 500-employee organization and successfully leading it through an IPO in 20191
• Founded two companies and played a crucial role in launching the first non-profit pharmaceutical company in women's health1
• Recipient of prestigious awards such as Forbes's "50 over 50" Women, Silicon Valley's "Power 100" top CEOs, and EY Entrepreneur of the Year1
• Named inventor on more than 25 U.S. patents in medical technologies1
• Serves on the Board of Directors of several companies, including HistoSonics, Inc. since December 2022 and Sight Sciences, Inc. since December 20191
• Provides investment advice and direction across the healthcare sector as an Investment Advisor at Venture Investors since June 20101

Education

Erica holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Zoology/Human Biology from San Diego State University-California State University.1

With her extensive experience, leadership, and achievements in the medtech industry, Erica Rogers continues to make significant contributions as a Director at LightForce and in her various other roles.