Episode 226 | Bob Roda, President & CEO at HemoSonics | Leveraging Experience & Vulnerability for Medtech Leadership

Episode notes

In this episode, Duane Mancini welcomes Bob Roda, President and CEO of HemoSonics, to discuss the essential components of building a successful and purpose-driven career in the medical device industry. The conversation explores Bob's formative experiences at Johnson & Johnson and Becton Dickson, the critical need for purpose as a guiding principle, and the continuous process of learning and absorbing information. They delve into practical strategies for building brand equity, the intricacies of the selling process, and the thinking behind acquisition strategy and innovation, including his commercial due diligence on CareFusion. The episode also introduces the value of context and being humbled, highlighting how vulnerability creates connection and why adapting your communication style like a "chameleon" is crucial for impactful leadership. Bob Roda LinkedIn HemoSonics Website Duane Mancini LinkedIn Project Medtech Website Project Medtech LinkedIn

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