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    Inspire Medical Systems Inc (INSP)

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    Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. is a medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative, minimally invasive solutions for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The company sells the Inspire system, which is the first and only FDA-approved neurostimulation technology for treating moderate to severe OSA. Inspire Medical Systems markets its products primarily to hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers across the U.S., Europe, Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong.

    1. Inspire System - Provides a neurostimulation technology that delivers mild hypoglossal nerve stimulation to maintain an open airway during sleep, specifically designed for patients with moderate to severe OSA who cannot tolerate or fail positive airway pressure treatments.
    NamePositionExternal RolesShort Bio

    Timothy P. Herbert

    ExecutiveBoard

    President, CEO, and Chair of the Board

    None

    Founder of INSP, instrumental in developing proprietary neurostimulation technology, led IPO and significant growth.

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    Bryan K. Phillips

    Executive

    SVP, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Corporate Secretary

    None

    Joined INSP in 2021, previously Chief Legal Officer at Cerevel Therapeutics, extensive legal and compliance experience.

    Carlton W. Weatherby

    Executive

    Chief Strategy and Growth Officer

    None

    Joined INSP in 2023, previously VP and GM at Medtronic, extensive MedTech industry experience.

    Charisse Y. Sparks, M.D.

    Executive

    Chief Medical Officer

    Board Advisor at NuShores Biosciences, Digital Health Portugal; Board Member at Sparkle Peach, Inc.; Steering Committee Chair at AvaMed, MedTech Color Collaborative Community

    Joined INSP in 2023, previously CMO at AppliedVR, Inc., and VP at DePuy Synthes.

    John C. Rondoni

    Executive

    Chief Technology Officer

    None

    Joined INSP in 2008, over 20 years in medical device development, previously at Medtronic.

    Randall A. Ban

    Executive

    Chief Commercial Officer

    None

    Joined INSP in 2009, led sales and marketing efforts, previously at Boston Scientific and Guidant Corporation.

    Richard J. Buchholz

    Executive

    Chief Financial Officer

    None

    Joined INSP in 2014, previously CFO at superDimension, Ltd., extensive financial management experience.

    Steven L. Jandrich

    Executive

    Vice President, Human Resources

    None

    Joined INSP in 2017, previously VP of HR at Link Snacks, Inc., and St. Jude Medical.

    Casey M. Tansey

    Board

    Director

    Managing Partner at U.S. Venture Partners

    Over three decades in the medical device industry, previously CEO of Heartport.

    Cynthia B. Burks

    Board

    Director

    Board Member at WD-40 Company, Torch, Sellars Absorbent Materials Company, Juma Ventures

    Extensive expertise in human capital strategy, previously SVP and Chief People and Culture Officer at Genentech.

    Dana G. Mead, Jr.

    Board

    Director

    Director at Inari Medical Inc., Pulmonx Corporation

    Extensive healthcare and medical device industry experience, previously CEO of HeartFlow, Inc..

    Gary L. Ellis

    Board

    Lead Independent Director

    Board Member at The Toro Company

    Extensive financial expertise, previously EVP and CFO at Medtronic, joined INSP Board in 2019.

    Georgia Garinois-Melenikiotou

    Board

    Director

    Director at Pulmonx Corporation, Natura & Co, Douglas Group (nominee)

    Extensive experience in global consumer marketing, previously EVP at The Estée Lauder Companies.

    Shawn T. McCormick

    Board

    Director

    Board Member at Nevro Corp.

    Extensive financial expertise, previously CFO at Aldevron, LLC, and Tornier N.V..

    Shelley G. Broader

    Board

    Director

    Board Member at Dutch Bros Inc., Loblaw Companies Limited, IFCO Systems, Moffitt Cancer Center

    Extensive C-suite leadership experience, previously CEO of Chico’s FAS, Inc., and executive roles at Walmart.

    1. "Can you provide more clarity on the potential impact of the DOJ civil investigative demand on your operations, and what steps are you taking to mitigate any risks associated with this investigation? "
    2. "Given that international revenue remains a small percentage of total revenue and is not expected to significantly increase in 2025, what are the challenges you face in accelerating growth outside the U.S., and how do you plan to address them? "
    3. "With the upcoming full launch of the Inspire V system, how are you managing the risk of patients delaying procedures to wait for the new device, and what impact do you expect this to have on your near-term revenues? "
    4. "Your guidance assumes continued sequential growth in revenue throughout the year; however, considering potential competition entering the market, how confident are you in achieving your revenue targets, and what contingencies do you have in place? "
    5. "You mentioned plans to improve profitability in 2025 despite ongoing investments; can you elaborate on the specific cost-saving measures or operational efficiencies you intend to implement to achieve this? "
    Program DetailsProgram 1
    Approval DateAugust 6, 2024
    End Date/DurationAugust 5, 2026
    Total Additional Amount$150.0 million
    Remaining Amount$75.0 million
    DetailsFirst share repurchase program; $75.0 million used in November 2024 for an ASR agreement; reflects confidence in financial performance and supports stock price during volatility.

    Notable M&A activity and strategic investments in the past 3 years.

    CompanyYearDetails

    EnsoData, Inc.

    2022

    In 2022, Inspire Medical Systems made a $10 million minority investment in EnsoData to support its digital health platform and improve patient experience by addressing bottlenecks in sleep study analysis. The acquisition leverages EnsoData’s AI-powered, FDA-approved EnsoSleep platform, which operates in over 500 sleep centers and analyzes more than 30,000 sleep studies per month.

    No recent press releases or 8-K filings found for INSP.