Dr Dottie Clower is a senior technical executive with a proven track record in new product development, including product design, IP development, quality control testing, manufacturing and regulatory pathways for Class III medical devices. Before joining Puro, Dottie spent 12 years establishing and growing US-based company Cohera Medical Inc. where she took an advanced surgical adhesive product from invention through regulatory approval and commercialisation. Dottie was the co-founder of the Pittsburgh, USA chapter of Women in Bio, an organization designed to help women scientists advance their careers through mentoring, education and networking. She was also a member of the Women Presidents Organization, a group designed to support and empower women senior executives. Dottie is building Puro’s robust research and development program, with a focus on producing reliable, high-quality product in full compliance with regulations for our domestic and international customers.