Smith & Nephew Executive and Leadership Team

Rebecca Carreon, the Executive Assistant To President Global AWM and Chief Human Resources Officer at Smith & Nephew, manages critical administrative workflows and human capital strategies. Carreon coordinates high-level communications between the Advanced Wound Management division and corporate leadership to ensure operational efficiency. By streamlining executive decision-making processes, the Executive Assistant To President Global AWM and Chief Human Resources Officer supports the alignment of talent acquisition with global business objectives. Rebecca Carreon also oversees internal organizational development initiatives that foster a culture of performance and clinical excellence. Through the management of complex scheduling and strategic project tracking, the Executive Assistant To President Global AWM and Chief Human Resources Officer enables the leadership team to focus on scaling medical device manufacturing. This role remains vital for maintaining the structural integrity of the company as the business expands its footprint across international healthcare markets.

Rohit Kashyap, the President, Advanced Wound Management & Global Commercial Operations at Smith & Nephew, oversees the development and market expansion of advanced wound care solutions. Kashyap drives commercial strategy across diverse international markets, ensuring that clinical therapies reach healthcare providers effectively. By managing the lifecycle of wound management products, the President, Advanced Wound Management & Global Commercial Operations aligns research output with the specific needs of surgical professionals. Rohit Kashyap also coordinates global sales operations to maximize market penetration and revenue growth in the medical technology sector. This leadership role involves constant engagement with clinical stakeholders to refine product efficacy and safety standards. Through the execution of large-scale commercial initiatives, the President, Advanced Wound Management & Global Commercial Operations strengthens the company's position as a leader in wound care, ensuring that innovative medical devices remain accessible to hospitals and patients worldwide.

Scott Schaffner, the President (Sports Medicine) at Smith & Nephew, leads the design and manufacturing of arthroscopy systems and surgical instruments. Schaffner directs the strategic growth of the sports medicine portfolio, focusing on minimally invasive techniques that improve patient recovery times. By overseeing the development of trauma devices and surgical tools, the President (Sports Medicine) ensures that the company meets the evolving demands of orthopaedic surgeons. Scott Schaffner also manages cross-functional teams to accelerate the launch of new clinical therapies in major global markets. This leadership role involves maintaining high standards of quality control and regulatory compliance for all sports medicine products. Through the implementation of innovative surgical solutions, the President (Sports Medicine) supports the company's commitment to restoring patient mobility. Schaffner continuously evaluates market trends to maintain a competitive edge in the medical device industry, ensuring that the sports medicine division remains at the forefront of clinical innovation.

Ricardo Salazar, the Vice President Chief Information Officer, Orthopaedics and ENT at Smith & Nephew, directs the digital transformation of medical device manufacturing and clinical data systems. Salazar architects secure, scalable cloud infrastructure to support the global distribution of orthopaedic and ENT products. By integrating advanced analytics into the supply chain, the Vice President Chief Information Officer, Orthopaedics and ENT optimizes inventory management for hospitals and surgical centers. Ricardo Salazar also leads cybersecurity initiatives to protect sensitive patient data and proprietary research across all regional operations. This leadership role involves collaborating with engineering teams to implement digital health solutions that enhance surgical precision. Through the deployment of robust enterprise resource planning systems, the Vice President Chief Information Officer, Orthopaedics and ENT ensures seamless connectivity between manufacturing facilities and healthcare providers, ultimately driving operational efficiency and supporting the company's mission to deliver superior medical technology.