Abbott
Charisma K. is a seasoned professional in the healthcare and medical device sectors, currently serving as Global CRM Marketing Director for Low Voltage at Abbott since 2025. Previously, Charisma held the position of Senior Director for Clinical Research in Pain Therapies and Data Strategy at Medtronic from 2021 to 2024, leading a clinical evidence portfolio and enhancing closed-loop sensing technology. Earlier roles included Clinical Research Director at Boston Scientific, where effective market strategy and analytics were developed, and an Expert Consultant at McKinsey & Company, providing strategic insights for healthcare clients. Charisma began a career at St. Jude Medical, first as a Principal Engineer in Healthcare Outcomes Research and subsequently as a Senior Engineer and Team Lead in Software Development. Academic credentials include a BS and MS in Biomedical Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University and Case Western Reserve University, respectively, along with an MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management.
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Abbott
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Abbott is a healthcare company that develops products to improve quality of life at all stages. Abbott’s portfolio includes diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. They have over 110,000 employees globally with customers in over 160 countries worldwide. With 130 years of history, Abbott is an established presence in the healthcare industry. Abbott’s portfolio has products targeted towards several categories, including cardiovascular, diabetes care, diagnostics, neuromodulation, nutrition, and medicines. Some of Abbott’s best known brands include: Similac, a line of infant formulas; EleCare, a nutritionally complete, amino acid-based medical good and infant formula with iron; PediaSure, balanced nutrition for kids on the go; Pedialyte, a formulation to prevent dehydration by restoring lost minerals and nutrients; Ensure, a line of nutrition products supporting active lifestyles; FreeStyle, a glucose monitor to make managing diabetes easier and more convenient; FreeStyle Libre, a handheld reader with a small sensor that continuously monitors glucose levels, eliminating routine finger sticks; and Glucerna, specialized nutrition to help maintain health blood glucose levels and manage diabetes.