Mike DeVries Managing Director Mike is a Managing Director with EDF Ventures. Mike's 25-year medical device background, coupled with his experience with venture-backed companies, gives him a valuable perspective in guiding start-ups in the medical device industry. Currently, Mike sits on the boards of the following companies: BioSurface Engineering Technologies, a developer of synthetic growth factors for medical devices; CardioMetrix, a developer of endovascular sensor technologies used for the management of cardiovascular diseases; and TransCorp, Inc, a company that develops and commercializes novel minimally invasive surgical instruments and implants for neurosurgical and orthopedic applications He serves as Chairman of the board for the following companies: Direct Flow Medical, a company developing percutaneous medical devices for cardiovascular diseases; and Sonoma Orthopedic Products, a company developing novel orthopedic instrumentation Prior to joining EDF, Mike served as President and CEO of A-Med Systems, a California-based cardiac device company. Prior to A-Med, Mike served on the executive team of Medtronic's venture organization focused on cardiac surgery technology. His background also includes serving on the management team at DLP, a Michigan-based cardiac device company which was acquired by Medtronic. Mike holds an MBA from Grand Valley State University and a BA from Calvin College. In addition, Mike is a Kauffman Fellow. < Back to The Team Terms  |  Privacy