Scott R. Ward - Merit Medical Board of Directors

SCOTT R. WARD

Director

Mr. Ward’s extensive leadership experience within the healthcare industry, his service as a public company chief executive officer and board chair, and his deep knowledge of the medical device industry provide the Board with valuable strategic insight.

Director Since: May 2026

Committees: Finance & Operating; Governance & Sustainability

Other Public Boards: InspireMD, Inc.

Education: B.S., (Biology) University of Minnesota

Career Highlights
– Managing Director of Raymond Holdings, LLC, a firm focused on private medical technology and life sciences with activities in venture capital, corporate strategy, and transactional advisory services, 2010 to present
– President and Chief Executive Officer of Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. (acquired by Abbott Laboratories), 2016 to 2023; Board Member and Chair of the Board of Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. from 2014 to 2023
– Managing Director at SightLine Partners, an investment firm focused on private medical technology and life sciences companies, 2012 to 2016
– Various senior leadership roles at Medtronic, including Senior Vice President and President of Cardiovascular, Vascular, Neurological and Diabetes Businesses, leader of Medtronic’s Neurological ventures and various other functional roles 1981 to 2010
– Member of the Board of Directors of several private companies and non-profit organizations

Qualifications of Particular Relevance to Merit
Mr. Ward’s experience in identifying strategic priorities, executing growth initiatives and advising emerging and established healthcare companies positions him to make significant contributions to our Board.