Derek Southard
Vice President Operations and General Manager
CryoLife, Inc.
CryoLife
Singapore
Biography
Derek Southard began his career in the medical device industry and has been with On-X Life Technologies since 1995. During this time, he has gained extensive experience in both cardiovascular and orthopedic device development and manufacturing. Mr. Southard is primarily responsible for all aspects of Austin Operations including manufacturing, engineering and facilities. In addition, he is also responsible for directing On-X LTI’s rapidly expanding Contract Manufacturing Services Group. Mr. Southard received his Bachelors in Biomedical Engineering from Texas A&M University and has served on the department’s External Technical Advisory Board since 2010.
Research Interest
Business
