Ivy Verdin

Ivy Verdin, MBA, PMP, is an accomplished professional in program and portfolio management with extensive experience in research and development, particularly within the medical technology sector. Currently serving as Director of Program & Portfolio Management at Edwards Lifesciences, Ivy focuses on leadership and strategy for R&D technology centers, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement. Previous roles include senior management positions at HID Global and ASSA ABLOY, where Ivy led significant integration and improvement initiatives, managing large-scale projects and fostering collaboration across departments. Ivy holds an MBA in Business Administration from Concordia University Irvine and a BA in Sociology from UC Irvine, complemented by a Project Management Certification.