Michael Ballenger

Michael Ballenger serves as the Managing Partner at The Caldwell Partners since 2009, where responsibilities include executing search projects for key executive positions in early and development stage life science companies, alongside overseeing day-to-day management of a team in the San Francisco office. Prior experience encompasses leadership roles at esteemed organizations such as Heidrick and Struggles, Inc. and Highland Partners Executive Search, with a strong focus on life sciences and healthcare. Michael's career began in human resources at American Hospital Supply Corporation and Genentech, complemented by an MBA from San José State University and a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources from California State University-Sacramento.