Elliott Beard

Background

About Elliott Beard

Experienced, results-driven, Fortune 200 senior in-house legal executive with broad MedTech experience in EMEA and the United States and a proven track record in providing pragmatic, relevant and actionable legal and strategic business advice. A strong, multicultural, global team player and people leader who is highly skilled at operating within a matrix organization. Extensive knowledge and experience in international business negotiations and contracts, including business-to-business relationships, business development and strategic collaboration agreements. Hands-on, business-oriented mindset with a customer- and client-centric focus on high value-adding activities. Currently Chief Legal Officer for a mission-driven multinational start-up, and previously acted as General Counsel for multiple global business units and regional organizations with revenue up to $4B at a major global MedTech company. Designed and implemented a highly successful contracting center of excellence. Significant experience in AdProm compliance. Skilled negotiator and trainer for an advanced negotiation program. Key areas of interest include: • Business-to-business relationships • Consumer healthcare • Strategic partnerships and joint ventures • Negotiation strategy and skills • Medical Device Advertising and Promotion • Ethics and Compliance • Development and collaboration agreements • Business development • Corporate governance • Mergers & Acquisitions • Commercial law • Competition law • Distribution and agency • Venture capital • Legal strategy • Commercial dispute resolution and litigation