Our Team: New Ventures and Business Development
Sam Kiderman Director, New Ventures
Sam's main focus is development, finance and growth of new spin-offs. Prior to joining CCI, he was responsible for Clinic Care, an arm of the Cleveland Clinic, which provides multifunctional support for the Clinic and subsidiaries. Sam has extensive experience in business development and has been involved in... Continue Reading
Jackie Gerberry Senior Project Manager
Jackie specializes in the governance of Innovations Portfolio Companies to ensure that they are operating in a fashion that optimizes the potential clinical and financial return to Cleveland Clinic and minimizes risk to the Clinic. Previously, she was Vice President in the Healthcare Investment Banking Group... Continue Reading
Bill Kolosi New Ventures Development Officer
Bill's role is a liaison between the Clinic and corporate partners, managing the development of new medical devices. A mechanical engineer, he spent eleven years as a consultant developing medical device prototypes for early-stage startups in both the San Francisco Bay Area and northeast Ohio. He's listed on five patents... Continue Reading
Joseph Rich, J.D., M.B.A New Ventures Officer
Joe's primary responsibilities include the development and growth of new ventures. He serves on the board of directors for ZIN Medical. In addition, Joe assists with managing Cleveland Clinic conflict of interest issues. Previously, he was corporate council and new ventures manager for the University of Akron Research... Continue Reading