Meet Todd Zive

Executive leader, board director, author, and speaker with more than 25 years of experience in the medical technology industry. Proven track record of driving business growth, leading global teams, and fostering high-performing cultures that deliver long-term success. Grateful husband, father, and family person.

Throughout my career, I have worked across commercial, research and development, business development, and operational functions, helping organizations translate strategy into execution while building strong teams. With a background in biomedical engineering and business, I bring a unique ability to bridge technical innovation with commercial strategy and align cross-functional teams around shared goals.

Leadership Highlights

  • 25+ years in the medical technology industry
  • Experience scaling global businesses to $500M+ in revenue
  • Cross-functional leadership spanning all functional areas
  • Executive leader, board director, author, and speaker
  • Experienced advisor to medical technology and other mission-driven organizations

My leadership philosophy centers on a simple belief: long-term success in business and life is built on character, resilience, and meaningful relationships.

I explore these ideas in my book, The Mensch Method: Achieving Success Through Character in Life and Business, which offers a practical framework for leading with character and lasting success through resilience, integrity, and strong relationships. The book outlines the principles of leading as a mensch, a person of honor and integrity, and emphasizes the importance of lifting others up and rising together.

Today, I work with companies, boards, and leadership teams as an executive, board director, and strategic advisor. I also enjoy speaking and mentoring, sharing insights on leadership, resilience, and building strong organizations with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and mission-driven organizations.

I hold an MBA from the University of California, Irvine and a BS in Biomedical Engineering from Boston University, along with certifications in Corporate Governance, Executive Coaching, and Venture Capital.

I live in Southern California and enjoy running, cooking, and spending time with my family.

If you are interested in connecting regarding executive leadership needs, board service, advisory work, or speaking engagements, I would look forward to our conversation.

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