EdgeOne Medical, a US-based professional service organisation serving the bio-pharmaceutical sector, has named Marty Shelton as Chief Operating Officer to reinforce operational rigor and accelerate growth.

The appointment reflects the company’s focus on operational excellence and innovation across development and testing services for combination products.

Shelton brings more than 30 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences operations, having held leadership roles at Merck & Co., Shire Pharmaceuticals, Alcami Corporation, and Pace Analytical Life Sciences. His background spans laboratory operations, quality control, regulatory compliance, and process improvement, with a track record of improving efficiency, quality, and business performance.

Lilli Zakarija, President of EdgeOne Medical, said, “Marty’s leadership brings a renewed focus on operational rigor and innovation, equipping EdgeOne Medical to meet evolving industry demands. His expertise will directly enhance our ability to continue to deliver exceptional quality and compliant solutions that accelerate our clients’ combination product programs.”

Shelton added that he is committed to building on EdgeOne Medical’s foundation by strengthening operational execution, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation. His appointment positions the company to deliver high-quality, compliant solutions while supporting long-term growth for its clients.

EdgeOne Medical provides end-to-end support for combination product development, including pre-filled syringes, auto- and pen injectors, inhalers, on-body injectors, vial access devices, custom delivery systems, and connected devices. The firm operates in-house FDA-inspected device testing labs and serves over 135 clients globally, maintaining a client-first and collaborative approach.

The leadership enhancement under Shelton is expected to accelerate innovation and operational efficiency, strengthening EdgeOne Medical’s capacity to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centric solutions.

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