Medilink UK has appointed a new CEO.
The national body, which represents the HealthTech sector, has appointed Kevin Kiely to the position.
Kiely heads the Medilink North of England arm and will retain that positon.
“Having been involved in the development of regional Medilink organisations across the UK for over 25 years, and seeing the Medilink UK infrastructure grow to a point where it is now the largest representative body for the Health Technology industry, I understand many of the challenges facing its organisations, not least the demands of the new Medical Device & IVD regulations,” he said.
“However, I can also see major opportunities, particularly for international trade, in rapidly growing markets for health technology products outside of Europe.
“Support in fast tracking innovation – investment, R&D & product adoption – and in driving internationalisation, will be key in 2020, and I look forward to contributing to national developments that will not only stimulate growth in the Health Technology sector but also lead to better health outcomes.”
Bill Cruise, Medilink UK chairman said: “The strength of Medilink UK continues to be the in-depth relationships that its constituent Medilink organisations have in regions across the UK.
“However, the sector is facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities, and it has become clear that Medilink UK needs to play a more proactive national role if opportunities are to be maximised.
“I am therefore delighted to announce the appointment of Medilink UK’s first national CEO, Kevin Kiely.”