Geoff Martha Officially Appointed CEO of Medtronic, Outlines Vision for Next Chapter of Innovation and Growth

Effective April 27, 2020, Geoff Martha, former Global President and Board Member of Medtronic, officially assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer of Medtronic. Omar Ishrak, former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Medtronic, stepped down as CEO to become Global Executive Chairman of Medtronic, while continuing to serve as Chairman.

Geoff Martha stated:“It is both an honor and a privilege to have the opportunity to lead such a great company. Since joining Medtronic, I have been deeply inspired and motivated by the company’s mission, its employees, its life-saving innovative technologies, and its unique commercial capabilities. I believe that, with the support and dedication of our colleagues worldwide, we will better serve patients, customers, and healthcare systems, while delivering stronger performance for our shareholders and business partners.”

Omar Ishrak stated, “It has been an honor to lead Medtronic as CEO, and I believe Geoff is the right leader to guide Medtronic into its next phase of growth. Geoff is a results-oriented, dynamic, and innovative business leader who is passionate about fulfilling our mission, advancing our growth strategy, and fostering employee development and diversity. I am confident that he possesses the experience, commitment, vision, and judgment necessary to lead the company.”

Source: Medtronic Official Website