Tag: board director

Randy Fortner

I’m pleased to share my professional biography, which reflects more than 43 years of executive leadership experience across healthcare, entrepreneurship, business development, acquisitions, and organizational growth. Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to lead transformational initiatives, build successful companies, guide organizations through change, and work alongside exceptional teams and partners. As I continue exploring board and advisory opportunities, I look forward to contributing my experience and perspective to organizations focused on growth, innovation, and long-term success.

Rose Keravuori: Transforming Complexity into Strategic Opportunity Through Leadership, Diplomacy, and Vision

After nearly three decades of leadership across military, government, business, and international affairs, I have been fortunate to serve in roles that challenged me to lead through complexity, build strategic partnerships, manage risk, and help organizations achieve meaningful outcomes. From serving as a Brigadier General and Director of Intelligence at U.S. Africa Command to founding a consulting company and serving on advisory boards, my journey has been driven by a passion for service, leadership, and creating lasting impact. As I continue expanding my board and advisory work, I am excited to share more about my background, experiences, and commitment to helping organizations navigate growth and transformation. Here is my biography.

Sheria James: Turning Insight Into Impact and Strategy Into Sustainable Growth

I’m excited to share my professional biography, which reflects my journey as a marketing strategist, growth advisor, and business leader over the past 17+ years. Throughout my career, I’ve been fortunate to help organizations grow, strengthen their brands, navigate change, and create meaningful impact while also remaining committed to community service and leadership development. As I continue expanding my advisory and board leadership experience, I look forward to contributing strategic insight and helping organizations achieve their next level of success.

Scott K. Purnell, PhD: Transforming Innovation into Sustainable Growth Through Leadership, Science, and Strategic Vision

I’m pleased to share my professional biography, which reflects more than 30 years of leadership experience across the chemical, refining, energy, catalyst, and advanced materials industries. Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to lead global businesses, serve on boards, negotiate strategic partnerships, drive innovation, and most recently lead a deep-tech startup focused on next-generation technologies. I remain passionate about helping organizations grow through innovation, strategic leadership, and strong governance.

David W. Ditmars: Turning Breakthrough Ideas into Business Success

I am pleased to share my executive biography, which reflects more than four decades of experience in technology, business development, executive leadership, entrepreneurship, board governance, and startup advisory work. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to help organizations grow, commercialize innovative technologies, build strategic partnerships, and create lasting impact across industries including advanced technology, healthcare, manufacturing, defense, software, and education.

Joseph Hajost: Leading with Discipline, Growing with Vision, Serving with Purpose

After more than 33 years of leadership experience spanning the semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, green technology, supply chain, sales, and international business sectors, I am honored to share my professional biography. My journey has taken me from West Point and military leadership to executive roles with global technology organizations, entrepreneurial ventures, and advisory work focused on helping businesses grow, transform, and succeed. I remain passionate about leadership, mentorship, operational excellence, and creating long-term value for organizations and the people they serve.

Samuel M. DiCapua, MS, DO, CPE, CHIE: Transforming Healthcare Through Experience, Integrity, and Innovation

I am pleased to share my professional biography, which reflects more than 35 years of experience as a physician, healthcare executive, entrepreneur, and board advisor. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to lead healthcare organizations, improve quality outcomes, drive operational performance, and help navigate the evolving healthcare landscape from both the provider and payer perspectives. I remain passionate about ethical leadership, value-based care, and helping organizations achieve sustainable success while improving the lives of those they serve.

Thomas Shook: Advancing Healthcare Through Leadership, Innovation, and Clinical Excellence

I am pleased to share my professional biography, which reflects more than 45 years of experience in healthcare, interventional cardiology, clinical research, pharmaceutical development, and executive leadership. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to work with outstanding organizations, researchers, physicians, and business leaders dedicated to advancing patient care and healthcare innovation around the world. I remain passionate about helping organizations grow, innovate, and create meaningful impact through strategic leadership and governance.

Robert Prehn, M.D., FAAOA: Helping Organizations Grow Through Expertise, Integrity, and Purpose-Driven Leadership

I am pleased to share my professional biography, which reflects more than 30 years of experience as a Board-Certified Otolaryngologist, healthcare executive, educator, consultant, and community leader. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to serve patients, mentor future physicians, lead healthcare organizations, and contribute to governance initiatives that strengthen both medical and nonprofit institutions. I remain passionate about helping organizations grow through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and mission-driven service.

Kelly Stumpo: From National Missions to Business Transformation

I am excited to share my professional biography, which reflects more than 30 years of leadership experience across aerospace, defense, federal government, technology, and business development. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to lead exceptional teams, support mission-critical programs, drive organizational growth, and help organizations navigate change and innovation. I remain passionate about using my experience to guide, inspire, and educate others while helping businesses and leaders achieve meaningful success.

Richard Adair: Strategic Leadership for Growth and Transformation

I'm pleased to share my professional biography, which reflects more than 34 years of experience as a CEO, entrepreneur, advisor, board leader, and strategic executive. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of helping organizations grow, transform, raise capital, complete acquisitions, and develop exceptional leadership teams across technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecommunications industries. My passion remains centered on enabling people and organizations to achieve their fullest potential.

Marc Boutet: Building Bridges Between Technology, Culture, and Global Opportunity

Over the past 36 years, I have had the privilege of building and leading De Marque through multiple waves of technological transformation, international expansion, acquisitions, and growth across the global publishing and technology sectors. My journey as an entrepreneur, executive, and board director has provided valuable lessons in innovation, governance, leadership, and creating long-term value. I am grateful for the opportunities to work alongside talented teams, industry partners, and fellow board members around the world. Here is my biography.

Robin A. Wadsworth: Thriving on Developing People and Teams

I’m excited to share a deeper look into my professional journey as a CEO, board member, and growth-focused leader with over 30 years of experience scaling organizations, driving transformation, and delivering meaningful results across technology and SaaS. It’s been an incredible path shaped by strong teams, innovation, and a passion for building lasting value. Here is my biography.

Robert Cunio: Strategic Leadership for Businesses Ready to Grow, Evolve, and Excel

I am pleased to share a deeper look into my professional journey, my leadership philosophy, and the experiences that have shaped my work across aerospace, defense, mergers and acquisitions, and business advisory services. Throughout my career, I’ve been committed to creating meaningful value, supporting entrepreneurs, and guiding organizations through pivotal transitions. Here is my biography.

Benjamin A. Jagoe: Strategic Investment Executive Bridging Private Equity, Global Markets, and Family Office Leadership

Benjamin A. Jagoe is a distinguished financial executive and investment strategist known for his cross-sector expertise, global investment fluency, and principled leadership. As Chief Investment Officer at Dobbs Management Service, Ben oversees a sophisticated portfolio spanning public equity, private assets, and alternatives—executing strategic acquisitions and advising family stakeholders with institutional-grade rigor. His legacy includes driving operational excellence across six board seats, spearheading venture investment initiatives, and serving as a trusted voice on financial strategy, family governance, and philanthropic engagement.

Dr. Trudy (Geertrui) Vanhove, MD, PhD, MBA | Biopharmaceutical Executive | Board Director | Clinical and Regulatory Strategist | Venture Partner

Dr. Trudy Vanhove is a seasoned biopharmaceutical executive and venture partner with nearly 30 years of experience leading drug development, regulatory strategy, and corporate growth across biotech and pharmaceutical companies. She has played a pivotal role in launching multiple FDA- and EMA-approved therapies and has a strong track record in building high-performing teams, driving strategic partnerships, and supporting financing efforts. Fluent in several languages and with extensive international experience, Dr. Vanhove brings a unique global perspective and a deep scientific and business acumen to board roles and investment opportunities in the biotech sector.