Yan Cardineau

Yan Cardineau has extensive experience in program and project management within the healthcare industry. Yan has held various roles with increasing responsibility at companies such as Terumo BCT, Medtronic Inc, Medtronic Vascular, and Intermedics.

At Terumo BCT, Yan served as the Program Director for new growth and ventures. Yan led a large-scale program that had a transformative impact on the company, including the delivery of a new product and the establishment of new factories and capabilities. This program, known as the Rika Plasma Donation System, received FDA clearance in March 2022.

Prior to their role at Terumo BCT, Yan worked at Medtronic Inc in multiple positions. Yan served as the Program Director for new product development in the Patient Monitoring Business, where they led a team of project managers and oversaw portfolio execution and financial planning. Additionally, Yan held the position of Director of International Clinical Research and Program Management Office, where they implemented initiatives to enhance clinical research and streamline operations across global business units.

Yan also has a strong background in program management at Medtronic Vascular. Yan served as the Core Team Leader and Clinical PMO Director, leading a team to evaluate treatment applications and develop revenue projections. Yan also held the role of Program Management Director, overseeing clinical operations, product development, and technology pipelines. In addition, Yan served as the Director of Engineering Programs, where they facilitated the launch of a complex cardiovascular therapy delivery system.

Before joining Medtronic, Yan gained experience at Intermedics as a Design, Product Development, and Manufacturing Engineer. Yan played a crucial role in overseeing pilot operations and designing implantable products, including the development of manufacturing technology for cardiac defibrillator leads.

Overall, Yan Cardineau's work experience showcases their expertise in leading large-scale programs, overseeing portfolio execution, and driving innovation and growth in the healthcare industry.

Yan Cardineau has a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Arizona State University, obtained from 1987 to 1991. Additionally, they have a certification in Project Management from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, specializing in Advanced and Extreme Project Management. Yan also pursued further education in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Arizona State University and obtained a Baccalaureat in Science from Lycee Climatique et Sportif de Font Romeu. In 2006, they obtained an Advanced Project Management certification from Stanford University.