Jim Bartel

Jim Bartel is the Chief Executive Officer at Vantage MedTech, a role he has held since January 2020. He has a robust background in leadership within the medical device and engineering sectors. Bartel's career includes significant positions such as:

• CEO at Waltek, Inc.: He leads a private equity-owned company specializing in metal investment casting and machining, overseeing full P&L responsibilities and reporting directly to the Board Chairman. Under his leadership, Waltek has experienced notable growth, including a 9% increase in gross margins and winning $3.5 million in new business during the COVID-19 pandemic.1

• President at Spectralytics Inc.: Before his current role, he managed a medical device contract manufacturing firm with over 225 employees, focusing on growth and operational excellence.1

• Chief Operations Officer at Precision ADM: Here, he was responsible for a startup specializing in metal 3D printing, where he also held full P&L responsibilities.1

Bartel holds a degree from the University of Minnesota and has been involved in various executive roles that emphasize operational improvements and strategic growth across multiple industries, including medical, aerospace, and industrial markets.1