In this episode of The MedTech Talent Lab, host Mitch Robbins sits down with Mike Winterling, Chief Operating Officer at Junkosha USA. Mike shares his journey from spending nearly three decades at WL Gore & Associates to making the leap into a leadership role at a much smaller company, Junkosha. He discusses the challenges of transitioning from a well-established corporate environment to a more agile, fast-growing organization, and offers valuable insights for leaders navigating similar changes. Whether you’re scaling a team or managing cultural differences in a global company, Mike’s experience offers a blueprint for building a high-performing team in a lean environment. Tune in to hear about the importance of company culture, the impact of hiring right, and the adjustments needed when leading a small, dynamic team in today’s competitive marketplace.