Merit Medical Shareholders Elect Silvia M. Perez as New Director

Core Points - Merit Medical Systems, Inc. announced the election of Silvia M. Perez as a director during its Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 15, 2024 [1] - Shareholders also re-elected Fred P. Lampropoulos and Stephen C. Evans for three-year terms [1] - Mr. Lampropoulos expressed confidence that Ms. Perez's leadership experience will enhance the board's and management's perspective as the company pursues growth initiatives [2] - Ms. Perez has over two decades of experience in the healthcare industry, with a strong background in various leadership roles [2][3] - She has been with 3M Company since 1994, holding significant positions including President of Commercial Solutions Division [3] - Ms. Perez holds degrees in pharmaceutical chemistry and industrial pharmacy, along with Six Sigma Black Belt certifications [4] Company Overview - Merit Medical Systems, founded in 1987, specializes in the development, manufacture, and distribution of proprietary disposable medical devices [5] - The company focuses on interventional, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care, and endoscopy [5] - Merit Medical serves hospitals globally with a sales force and clinical support team of over 700 individuals and employs approximately 7,000 people worldwide [5]