“Leading through people.”
Brett Giffin is a powerhouse in the healthcare diagnostics and medical technology industry—a transformational C-level executive with an entrepreneurial drive and a relentless focus on customer value. Across his extensive, multi-decade career, Brett has earned a reputation for turning vision into velocity, steering organizations through complex market landscapes, and delivering outsized impact across revenue growth, organizational transformation, and commercial strategy. With a unique blend of strategic acumen, operational precision, and leadership forged through military discipline and athletic excellence, he’s the leader you want when the stakes are high, and the path is uncertain.
Brett’s core strength lies in building and scaling commercial organizations within highly regulated, competitive markets, including diagnostics, medical devices, and healthcare technology. Whether it’s navigating M&A, launching breakthrough technologies, or expanding globally, he has a proven track record of unlocking enterprise value. As Chief Commercial Officer at T2 Biosystems, he doubled global revenue and led a commercial transformation that cut costs by 75%—all while expanding market presence into 48 countries and driving a 280% increase in molecular test volumes. His leadership secured a critical exclusive U.S. partnership with Cardinal Health, exemplifying his talent for aligning internal excellence with strategic external relationships.
Earlier, as CEO of Fibronostics, Brett took a venture-backed diagnostics startup from concept to commercialization in multiple U.S. and global markets, setting the foundation for long-term scalability. At 3SI Systems, he consolidated four portfolio companies into one global tech entity, built out an executive team, and spearheaded international product commercialization. His ability to lead during times of change is unmatched—at Accriva Diagnostics, he grew the installed base by 40%, improved margins, and played a pivotal role in the company’s acquisition by Werfen Group for over $380M.
A former U.S. Army Officer (Airborne, Ranger, Jumpmaster) and collegiate athlete, Brett brings a battle-tested mentality to business. He leads with clarity, instills trust across stakeholders, and inspires cross-functional teams to overdeliver. His earlier leadership stints at Johnson & Johnson, Boston Scientific, Medtronic (Mallinckrodt), and Datascope laid the foundation for his commercial brilliance, giving him deep roots in marketing, international expansion, and product strategy.
Brett’s executive toolkit spans every critical lever for building value: from P&L ownership and board-level strategy to go-to-market design, global partnerships, and investor presentations. Whether he’s transforming legacy organizations or accelerating startups into market leaders, Brett leads with boldness, precision, and purpose.
He holds a master’s degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix and a bachelor’s in Political Science from Christopher Newport and The College of William & Mary, where he was a conference champion and captain in track and field. His accolades include All-Academic honors and Distinguished Military Graduate recognition.
In a healthcare landscape that demands agility, innovation, and vision, Brett Giffin continues to be the force multiplier that companies—and customers—count on to rise above.
Character
Brett Giffin exemplifies integrity, resilience, and servant leadership, shaped by his experience as a U.S. Army Officer and collegiate athlete. He leads with discipline, empathy, and a deep sense of accountability, consistently fostering trust and alignment across teams, partners, and stakeholders.
Knowledge
With decades of experience in diagnostics, medical devices, and healthcare technology, Brett brings unmatched depth in commercialization, market expansion, and operational strategy. His understanding of complex, regulated industries empowers him to drive innovation while ensuring sustainable business performance.
Strategic
Brett is a visionary leader who transforms challenge into opportunity through data-driven decision-making, sharp execution, and forward-thinking leadership. He has built and scaled organizations globally, consistently delivering growth through strategic planning, M&A, brand repositioning, and market differentiation.
Communication
Brett is a compelling communicator who articulates value with clarity and confidence to stakeholders at every level, from frontline teams to boardrooms. Whether aligning cross-functional teams or negotiating high-stakes partnerships, he creates consensus and drives action through transparent and purposeful dialogue.
