Howard Root

Howard Root has served as Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors since he co-founded Vascular Solutions in February 1997.  From 1990 to 1995, Mr. Root was employed by ATS Medical, Inc., a mechanical heart valve company, most recently as Vice President and General Counsel.  Prior to joining ATS Medical, Mr. Root practiced corporate law, specializing in representing emerging growth companies, at the law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP for more than five years.  Mr. Root is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Medical Device Manufacturers Association (MDMA).