Michael Graves

Michael Graves is a passionate leader with a diverse international background in executive and senior leadership roles within the Life Sciences and Medical Devices industry.

He holds an MSc in Engineering with a Medical Business diploma, bringing a unique blend of technical and business expertise to his professional endeavors.

With a strong track record in P/L accountability, Michael has experience in both start-up and larger operations of medical devices, as well as a deep understanding of drug delivery and combination devices, including class II and class III products.

His leadership style is characterized by the ability to lead small and large teams with exceptional cultural agility, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation.

Michael's expertise extends to various key areas including business and portfolio strategy development and execution, company financing and fundraising, R&D in highly regulated environments such as the EU and US, FDA 510k processes, operations management, medical device quality assurance and regulatory affairs, market introduction, sales, marketing, and reimbursement strategies.

His educational background includes studying a Diploma programme at the Scandinavian International Management Institute (SIMI), earning a degree from Gymnasium, and completing an MSc at the Technical University of Denmark.

Michael Graves has been associated with various organizations, having held leadership positions such as Owner at Mg Consult, Board Member at Balancial, and Special Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer at Vicentra.

He has also served as the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Senior Vice President in different companies within the industry, showcasing his versatile skill set and adaptability.

Furthermore, Michael has held key roles including Vice President in Manufacturing and Supply Chain, Director of Operations, Senior Director in Manufacturing, Senior Logistics Manager, Plant Manager, Production Manager, Senior Project Manager, and Research Scientist at renowned organizations like Novo Nordisk, Jabra, Coloplast, Unomedical, and more.

His professional journey highlights his comprehensive experience in various facets of the medical devices field, solidifying his reputation as a seasoned leader and expert in the industry.