Elke Martin
About Elke Martin
Elke Martin serves as the Director of Sales International at EQUASHIELD®, a position she has held since 2022. She has extensive experience in the medical device industry, having previously worked in various roles at companies such as NuVasive, Arthrex, and Stryker.
Current Role at EQUASHIELD
Elke Martin serves as the Director of Sales International at EQUASHIELD®, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing international sales strategies and operations. Her work is conducted remotely from Gmund am Tegernsee, Bayern, Deutschland. Martin's leadership is focused on expanding the company's market presence and enhancing customer relationships globally.
Previous Experience at NuVasive
Before joining EQUASHIELD®, Elke Martin worked at NuVasive as the Director of Pediatric Global Marketing from 2020 to 2021. This role was based in San Diego, California, and was conducted remotely. During her tenure, she focused on marketing strategies aimed at pediatric products, contributing to the company's growth in this specialized market.
Career at Arthrex
Elke Martin held the position of Leader Product Management at Arthrex from 2009 to 2012. This role took place in München, where she managed product lines and collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive product development and market strategies. Her experience at Arthrex contributed to her expertise in product management within the medical device industry.
Educational Background
Elke Martin studied at the University of Cologne, where she earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Business Administration and Marketing. Her studies spanned from 1990 to 1996, providing her with a solid foundation in business principles and marketing strategies that she has applied throughout her career.
Experience at Stryker
Martin's career includes significant experience at Stryker, where she held various positions from 1998 to 2008. She started as a Product Manager for one year, then progressed to Sales and Marketing Manager for eight years, and briefly served as a Senior Product Manager. Her roles at Stryker involved managing product lines and developing sales strategies, contributing to her extensive knowledge in the medical device sector.