James M. Archetto
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High Achieving C-Level Executive with 25+ years of Demonstrated Success
Proven Leadership
Successful Start-up and Growth of Four Medical Technology Companies
Strong Track Record of Documented Achievement
Effective Operations Executive
Top Sales Performer
Successful Marketing Professional
Clinical Proficiency includes General Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Uro/Gyn Surgery, Interventional
Cardiology, Dermatology, Respiratory Therapy, Electrophysiology, Clinical Chemistry, and
Immunodiagnostics
Rare combination of scientific, sales, marketing, management, operations and executive expertise
Career Summary
Executive
President/CEO ThermaVein, LLC 2012-Present
President Novus Scientific, Inc. 2009-2012
President Radi Medical Systems, Inc. 2008-2009
Chief Operating Officer Radi Medical Systems, Inc. 2004-2008
Director of Marketing Radi Medical Systems, Inc. 2000-2004
President/CEO Core-M Precision Instruments, Inc. 1999-2000
Marketing
Market Manager CR Bard, Inc. 1998-1999
Sr. Product Manager CR Bard, Inc. 1997-1998
Strategic Program Manager Ciba-Corning Diagnostics Corp. 1996
Market Accounts Manager Ciba-Corning Diagnostics Corp. 1995-1996
Group Product Manager Ciba-Corning Diagnostics Corp. 1994-1995
Product Manager Ciba-Corning Diagnostics Corp. 1991-1994
Sales
Account Representative Ciba-Corning Diagnostics Corp. 1987-1991
Inside Sales Representative Ciba-Corning Diagnostics Corp. 1986-1987
Product Development
Development Technician Medical and Scientific Designs, Inc. 1985-1986
Research
Sr. Research Associate Harvard Medical School 1983-1985
Education
MBA, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI
International Finance and Marketing Focus
Certificate of Specialized Studies, Harvard, Cambridge, MA
Two year Management Certification
Baccalaureate, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT
Biology Degree emphasizing Cell Biology
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Professional Experience
ThermaVein, LLC 2012-Present
Privately held supplier of ThermaVein, the gold standard for treating spider veins
President/CEO
Develop and implement sales and marketing strategies to drive medical technology into the aesthetic market
segment, including Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Cosmetic Dermatology, and Medi -Spas
Develop and implement Branding Strategy to drive this new brand into the cosmetic segment
Implement and manage distribution channels to maximize market penetration
Network with KOLs to drive the ThermaVein Brand through social and traditional marketing channels
Manage daily operations
Novus Scientific, Inc. 2009-2012
Privately held regenerative medicine device manufacturer with proprietary resorbable polymer technology currently
being used in sports medicine surgery, general surgery, uro/gyn surgery and plastic surgery, with offices in
Singapore, Sweden, Thailand, and the US. Developer of TIGR® Matrix Surgical Mesh, the world’s first long term
100% resorbable synthetic polymer mesh
President
Founding member of global management team
Developed strategic and tactical launch plan
Implemented distribution network
Drove Brand Awareness
Established strategic alliances with key general, plastic, and uro/gyn surgeons
From Start-up to Substantial Sales Growth
Radi Medical Systems, Inc. Wilmington, MA 2000-2009
Privately held medical device company which developed, manufactured and supplied innovative devices for
interventional cardiology. Based in Uppsala, Sweden. Launched in the US in 1999, Radi Medical Systems was
acquired by St. Jude Medical for $250M.
President 2008-2009
Complete P&L Accountability
Formulated and Implemented strategic plan providing consistent double digit growth
Devised long term strategic plan incorporating clinical trials, direct sales, distribution, marketing, IDE submissions,
and new product launches
Designed and successfully executed public relations strategy for FAME, the most important clinical trial in company
history
Extensive knowledge of Interventional Cardiology
Outstanding customer relationships
Chief Operating Officer 2004-2008
Manage and mentor staff consisting of Accounting, HR, IT, Customer Service, Distribution Center, Sales
Administration, and Facilities
Key member of Management Team providing analysis and critical expertise
Work extensively with CMS and professional societies to gain reimbursement for Fractional Flow Reserve
contributing 28% to sales growth
Managed implementation of new ERP system resulting in operational efficiency improvements of 16%
FDA, OSHA, DOL Officer
Director of Marketing, 2000-2004
Developed and implemented innovative marketing programs integrating, print, web, customer, and exhibition
components resulting in annual sales growth of more than 100%
Successfully launched four new products resulting in incremental sales growth of $14M
Forged an international alliance of KOLs who presented at Conferences, Workshops, and Customer Events
Created a Medical Advisory Board to provide VOC Input to product development
Fostered Centers of Excellence
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1999-2000
Core-M, Inc. Precision Instruments, West Newton, MA
Privately held anesthesia/respiratory therapy monitoring company
President/CEO
Established global distribution channels
Earned ISO 9001 Certification
Forged alliances and developed products as an OEM supplier to the world’s largest anesthesia monitoring companies
C. R. Bard, Inc., Billerica, MA 1997- 1999
Publicly traded (BCR) manufacturer of cardiology, oncology, and urology products.
Market Manager, Bard EP, 1998-1999
Managed and expanded the automated Laboratory System business 86% in a flat market
Developed incentive plan to maximize sales earning opportunity
Designed and executed innovative Account Specific Marketing concept resulting in a 5 % increase in market share
and 22% increase in penetration
Sr. Product Manager, Bard EP, 1997-1998
Developed and implemented Strategic and Tactical Marketing Plans for $ 30 M Business Line.
Launched four new products in 90 days resulting in incremental revenue of over $ 4 M
Developed and implemented new marketing communications platform including training, sales incentives, trade
shows and promotions
Exceeded all unit, margin, and revenue targets for direct sales and OEM businesses
Ciba-Corning Diagnostics Corp., East Walpole, MA 1986-1996
Joint-venture manufacturer of medical diagnostic and critical care equipment between Ciba -Geigy (now Novartis)
and Corning Medical (Ciba Corning Diagnostics was most recently acquired by Siemens.)
Strategic Program Manager, 1996
Created Strategic and Tactical Marketing Program for $ 180 M product line.
Implemented new order and compensation tracking system that reduced turnaround time from ninety days to four
days
Launched new Point of Care Testing Product portfolio resulting in first year sales of $2.3M
Market Accounts Manager, Compliant Corporate Accounts, 1995-1996
Defined strategies to secure contracts in four largest Corporate Accounts generating $ 18.8 M annually
Implemented “Premier Call Plan” that resulted in new $ 8 M contract
Developed promotional strategies which maximized penetration into Corporate Accounts
Group Product Manager, Critical Care Systems, 1994-1995
Direct Management of Critical Care Division including Strategic Development and Tactical Implementation
Grew $ 56 M division 4% in declining market
Directly supervised Product Management Team that launched five new products
Introduced new forecasting methodology which improved accuracy by 15%
Developed corporate account strategy which secured new $ 1.2 M contract
Designed new pricing strategy which secured new US Government contract
Initiated Customer Satisfaction Campaign resulting in Zenith Award; recognized by customers as top respiratory
industry supplier.
Developed innovative marketing campaigns including Advertising, Direct Mail, and Fax.
Product Manager, 1991-1994
Designed and executed Marketing Plan resulting in 175% growth
Performed the most extensive market segmentation and demand analysis in company history
Successfully launched six new products generating $ 19 M annually
Surpassed sales and margin targets for products of responsibility
Identified new market segment and launched new Critical Care System achieving 120% of placement, revenue, and
margin targets
Served as Program Manager for new Data Management System while exceeding all objectives
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Account Representative, Critical Care Systems, 1987-1991
Increased annual sales revenue from $ 1.3M to $ 1.9 M in a flat market
Exceeded sales and mix targets which maximized incentive compensation
Established computerized suspect/prospect database which expanded nation-wide
Top Sales Representative in the company
Inside Sales Representative, 1986-1987
Achieved 114% of sales quota
Implemented new sales strategies and training programs which increased sales efficiency
Medical and Scientific Designs, Rockland, MA 1985-1986
Manufacturer of medical diagnostic systems. Purchased by McDonnell -Douglas, Vitek in 1986
Development Technician, 1985-1986
Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 1983-1985
Sr. Research Assistant
Professional Development
Front Line Leadership Strategic Selling
Professional Selling Skills Large Account Management Process (LAMP)
SPIN Selling Product Manager Workshop
Product Management Institute Conceptual Selling
Honors and Awards
Top Account Representative President’s Circle Product Manager of the Year
President’s Sales Club (Three-time member) Dean’s List Eagle Scout
Beta Gamma Sigma-Business School Honor Society
Publications
“Binding of Erythrocytes to Solid Phase Receptacles using the Keneticount 48”. Polsky -Cynkin, Rosemary; George H. Parsons;
James M. Archetto. Proceedings of the Oak Ridge Conference. March, 1985.
Volunteerism
Scoutmaster, Troop 1 Blackstone, MA
Cub Master, Pack 3144 Blackstone, MA
Church Officer, Slatersville Congregational Church
Football Coach, North Smithfield Express
Soccer Coach, Blackstone Millville Youth Soccer Organization
Music-Fest Chairman, Blackstone-Millville Music Association
Advisor, The Midnight Foundation for victims of domestic violence