Ottobock North America, Austin, Texas, announced that Chris Nolan has been appointed vice president of the orthotics business unit. Nolan will help lead Ottobock’s strategic effort in the O&P industry and provide guidance into growing new markets. He is also a member of the Ottobock North America regional management team.
Nolan has more than 15 years working in O&P. He comes to Ottobock from Endolite, Miamisburg, Ohio, where he worked for more than eight years, most recently as vice president and general manager. He also served four years on Endolite’s board of directors, helping to shape the strategic direction of the company while interacting with the international management team. Prior to that, Nolan held the positions of regional sales director for DJO, Vista, California, and regional sales manager for Össur, Foothill Ranch, California.
“We are extremely happy to be able to welcome Chris Nolan to our company,” said Andreas Schultz, regional president and CFO for Ottobock North America. “His wealth of experience in the industry will open up new avenues for business development in North America.”
Nolan also currently serves on the board for the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association as chairman of the National Assembly committee, and previously served on the board for the National Association for the Advancement of Orthotics and Prosthetics.