Phil Smith

Phil Smith is an Operating Partner at Altaris Capital Partners, LLC, where he plays a crucial role in supporting the firm's investment and portfolio company development activities. With over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry, particularly in medical devices, Smith has held various significant positions throughout his career.

Professional Background

• Current Role: Operating Partner at Altaris Capital Partners since June 2022.
• Board Positions: He serves as the Chairman of the board for Intricon and is also a board member of Trean.
• Previous Experience:
  • Managing Director at investment banking firms such as Kroll (formerly Duff & Phelps), BMO Capital Markets, and Piper Jaffray, focusing on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate finance in healthcare.
  • Executive leadership roles at medical technology companies including:
    • President and CEO of Angeion Corporation, which specializes in cardiorespiratory health solutions.
    • Executive Vice President at Vital Images, a company known for medical imaging software.

Education

Phil Smith holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Florida and an MBA from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.123

His extensive background in both operational leadership and strategic advisory roles positions him as a valuable asset to Altaris, which specializes in building companies that enhance healthcare innovation and efficiency.12