
Stuart B. Mitchell, PhD
CEO, Founder and Chief Science OfficerDr. Mitchell is a graduate of the University of Washington and he has been designing biomedical instrumentation and devices for approximately 20 years. Dr. Mitchell has extensive experience in biomechanics (soft tissue and orthopedic), tissue engineering, instrumentation, electronics, and mechanical design.
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Mary Waiss
Chief Commercial OfficerAccomplished entrepreneur, organizational leader, and board member with a demonstrated track record of success helping biotechnology, life science, and healthcare technology organizations maximize their market potential.
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Mart Pearson
Executive Vice President of Business DevelopmentMart has more than 30 years of experience with the introduction of innovative medical technologies and early-stage companies – coordinating market/opportunity assessments; identifying “best use” product positioning; developing clinical evidence and managing international marketing and global sales. From the early days of minimally invasive surgery to multiple launches of new-to-world surgical products and platforms, Mart has lived at the intersection of technology development, regulatory frameworks, clinical experience and market entry strategies across various geographies and cultures. Mart’s experience within clinical environments, aimed at gaining a deep understanding of the needs, opportunities, processes, and workflows of the target end-users, coupled with extensive hands-on
experience in building successful sales and marketing organizations, has contributed significantly to the
introduction of multiple innovative medical device technologies.
Mart brings an open mind, curiosity, flexibility and passion for learning to each new project, which
allows him to hear and understand the requirements of clinical care and help translate that into
successful product launches and sustainable market development.

Marco Daoura, MSBioE, SSGBC
Executive Vice President of Program and Product ManagementMr. Daoura graduated from the University of Washington with both a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and a Master of Science in BioEngineering with focus on Control Theory and Molecular Biotechnology. He has over 20 years in the healthcare industry from Philips Healthcare to Fujifilm Medical Systems, UltraLinq Healthcare. His work in innovation crosses many multidisciplinary areas from technology development, to technology architecture, program management, product services, product management and marketing, and market commercialization.
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Claire Dillow
Investor RelationsClaire’s work with entrepreneurs, focusing on new business development, presentations and content marketing, shows founders how to build relationships, maintain connections and generate business throughout the Pacific Northwest. She understands how the mix of event attendance and participation, timely content development and marketing automation, can help founders successfully target business leaders and investors with their messages.
She has worked in every facet of the startup ecosystem from recruiting investors, industry experts, thought leaders, and executives as panelists and speakers, to managing events like Keiretsu Forum Northwest & Rockies Forums & Expos, First Look Forum - WTIA’s accelerator program, and ZINO Society’s investor summits. Claire has participated as a mentor and judge for University of Washington's Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship Business Plan Competition for the past 6 years. She shows how to bring high energy, passion and a positive attitude to presentation pitching and investment capital acquisition.

Derek Khorsand, MD
Medical Advisor and Chief Medical Officer at NOVUSONDerek grew up in a small town in southwest Washington and is a graduate of the University of Washington School of Medicine, where he was the top graduate in his class. After a year of training in general surgery, Derek trained in Interventional Radiology at the University of Washington, where he was Chief Resident. He has a strong background in basic and clinical research and experience in medical device commercialization. Dr. Khorsand currently serves as Surgical Interventional Radiologist, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Jean Maixner, DVM
EVP Operations and FinanceFounder and Hospital Administrator Animal Critical Care and Emergency Services, 2 locations, 100+ employees, Exit via Acquisition with 7000% ROI.

Lily Holiday
Executive AssistantA Seattle native and proud graduate of Seattle Central College, Lily Holiday has a wealth of knowledge and experience to the executive assistant, real estate and property management industries With six years of hands-on experience in property management, Lily has earned a number of professional certificates, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and a strong understanding of the complexities of managing residential and commercial properties.
Having recently transitioned into real estate and investor relations, Lily combines an in-depth understanding of the local Real Estate market with a passion for helping investors make informed, strategic decisions. With deep-rooted knowledge of Seattle’s real estate market, Lily is dedicated to providing clients with tailored solutions that drive growth and success. Whether working with property owners, investors, or tenants, Lily's commitment to transparency, integrity, and results-driven service is at the core of their approach to real estate and investment management.