
Thamarr Griffith
President

Thamarr Griffith
President
Thamarr is a veteran MedTech leader with more than two decades experience and a deep track record of growth and innovation. Her vast experience and expertise make her the ideal visionary to steer Volk Optical through a transformational new phase that will leverage the best of Volk’s platform and performance to reach new heights.
Thamarr's ability to navigate complex landscapes and identify emerging opportunities positions the Volk company for continued success. Prior to joining Volk, Thamarr held key positions at Johnson & Johnson MedTech, where she successfully launched MedTech devices in both domestic and international markets. Her experience in this renowned organization provided her with invaluable insights into global markets and a deep understanding of the industry's evolving landscape. Before her tenure at Johnson & Johnson, Thamarr founded and led a strategy consulting firm, demonstrating her entrepreneurial spirit and strategic acumen. She also held significant roles in Corporate and Business Development at Stryker and commercial roles at ZOLL Medical, Purdue Pharma, and Janssen Pharmaceuticals. This diverse background has equipped Thamarr with a comprehensive understanding of the entire value chain, enabling her to drive innovation, forge strategic partnerships, and maximize market opportunities.
Thamarr's educational background further underscores her commitment to excellence. She holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati, after earning her undergraduate Business Administration degree in Marketing & International Business from Florida International University. Achieving additional certifications in Innovation and Project Management is only one example of her continuous pursuit of knowledge.
As the President of our company, Thamarr brings a wealth of experience, a strong vision for the future, and a passion for transforming healthcare. Her leadership has already begun to make a profound impact on Volk, and she continues to guide our team towards achieving new levels of success, growth, and innovation.

Thamarr Griffith
President
Thamarr is a veteran MedTech leader with more than two decades experience and a deep track record of growth and innovation. Her vast experience and expertise make her the ideal visionary to steer Volk Optical through a transformational new phase that will leverage the best of Volk’s platform and performance to reach new heights.
Thamarr's ability to navigate complex landscapes and identify emerging opportunities positions the Volk company for continued success. Prior to joining Volk, Thamarr held key positions at Johnson & Johnson MedTech, where she successfully launched MedTech devices in both domestic and international markets. Her experience in this renowned organization provided her with invaluable insights into global markets and a deep understanding of the industry's evolving landscape. Before her tenure at Johnson & Johnson, Thamarr founded and led a strategy consulting firm, demonstrating her entrepreneurial spirit and strategic acumen. She also held significant roles in Corporate and Business Development at Stryker and commercial roles at ZOLL Medical, Purdue Pharma, and Janssen Pharmaceuticals. This diverse background has equipped Thamarr with a comprehensive understanding of the entire value chain, enabling her to drive innovation, forge strategic partnerships, and maximize market opportunities.
Thamarr's educational background further underscores her commitment to excellence. She holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati, after earning her undergraduate Business Administration degree in Marketing & International Business from Florida International University. Achieving additional certifications in Innovation and Project Management is only one example of her continuous pursuit of knowledge.
As the President of our company, Thamarr brings a wealth of experience, a strong vision for the future, and a passion for transforming healthcare. Her leadership has already begun to make a profound impact on Volk, and she continues to guide our team towards achieving new levels of success, growth, and innovation.

Ibrahim Seven, Phd
Global Director of Marketing and Product Management

Ibrahim Seven, Phd
Global Director of Marketing and Product Management
Ibrahim is a passionate and dedicated ophthalmic industry professional, serving as the Director of Global Marketing and Product Management at our company. With a background in leadership, marketing, technology, and product management, Ibrahim brings a wealth of experience to the table, driving global marketing strategy across market segments.
With over 10 years of experience in the medical device industry, Ibrahim led commercialization of multiple cutting edge hardware, software as a service, and artificial intelligence technologies. Ibrahim places customer centricity and data in the heart of every decision he makes. His strategic approach combines market insights, technological advancements, and user-centric design principles to shape the future of eye care. Under his leadership, teams have consistently achieved remarkable results, taking multiple successful products to market. Ibrahim has a keen ability to navigate the challenges and ensure the successful introduction and adoption of innovative products.
Ibrahim possesses a unique blend of skills in commercialization, marketing, and technology development, which has played a crucial role in the success of our company. He continues to shape Volk's future through his strategic thinking, market insights, and commitment to improving the lives of individuals around the world.

Ibrahim Seven, Phd
Global Director of Marketing and Product Management
Ibrahim is a passionate and dedicated ophthalmic industry professional, serving as the Director of Global Marketing and Product Management at our company. With a background in leadership, marketing, technology, and product management, Ibrahim brings a wealth of experience to the table, driving global marketing strategy across market segments.
With over 10 years of experience in the medical device industry, Ibrahim led commercialization of multiple cutting edge hardware, software as a service, and artificial intelligence technologies. Ibrahim places customer centricity and data in the heart of every decision he makes. His strategic approach combines market insights, technological advancements, and user-centric design principles to shape the future of eye care. Under his leadership, teams have consistently achieved remarkable results, taking multiple successful products to market. Ibrahim has a keen ability to navigate the challenges and ensure the successful introduction and adoption of innovative products.
Ibrahim possesses a unique blend of skills in commercialization, marketing, and technology development, which has played a crucial role in the success of our company. He continues to shape Volk's future through his strategic thinking, market insights, and commitment to improving the lives of individuals around the world.

Peter Chen
Chief Financial and Operating Officer

Peter Chen
Chief Financial and Operating Officer
Peter leverages over two decades of leadership and finance experience to drive bottom-line performance. He previously held both operations and finance positions both in Fortune 500 and private mid-size companies. His knowledge and high degree of fluency in finance, information systems and operations management, driving strategic planning executions, are ensuring that our organization is well-positioned for sustainable growth and success as Volk invests in groundbreaking technologies to further our mission of eliminating preventable blindness.
Peter completed his Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Information Systems, and International Business from Indiana University-Bloomington and earned his MBA in Finance from New York Institute of Technology. He is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of Ohio, a Certified Management Accountant, a Chartered Global Management Accountant, and a Six Sigma Lean Black Belt Professional.

Peter Chen
Chief Financial and Operating Officer
Peter leverages over two decades of leadership and finance experience to drive bottom-line performance. He previously held both operations and finance positions both in Fortune 500 and private mid-size companies. His knowledge and high degree of fluency in finance, information systems and operations management, driving strategic planning executions, are ensuring that our organization is well-positioned for sustainable growth and success as Volk invests in groundbreaking technologies to further our mission of eliminating preventable blindness.
Peter completed his Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Information Systems, and International Business from Indiana University-Bloomington and earned his MBA in Finance from New York Institute of Technology. He is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of Ohio, a Certified Management Accountant, a Chartered Global Management Accountant, and a Six Sigma Lean Black Belt Professional.

Scott Russo, Phd
Chief Technology Officer

Scott Russo, Phd
Chief Technology Officer
As Chief Technology Officer, Scott is the driving force behind Volk's groundbreaking products and solutions. Through 15 years of experience, Scott has gained a profound understanding of unmet clinical and business needs across the medical device industry. The expertise he has gained from leading teams in multiple segments of the medical device industry has culminated in a powerful set of skills and knowledge he applies to the creation of innovative solutions and breakthrough products. His strategic approach combines manufacturing and engineering insights and end-user understanding to bring Volk to the forefront of eye care innovation. Scott's ability to bridge the gap between innovation and commercial success has resulted in a portfolio of products that have transformed the lives of both healthcare professionals and patients.
As the Chief Technology Officer, Scott continues to lead Volk's product development efforts, spearheading the design and manufacture of solutions that exceed expectations and add significant value to end users. His visionary approach, coupled with his ability to translate unmet needs into tangible innovations, is instrumental in driving Volk's success and its mission to revolutionize eye care.

Scott Russo, Phd
Chief Technology Officer
As Chief Technology Officer, Scott is the driving force behind Volk's groundbreaking products and solutions. Through 15 years of experience, Scott has gained a profound understanding of unmet clinical and business needs across the medical device industry. The expertise he has gained from leading teams in multiple segments of the medical device industry has culminated in a powerful set of skills and knowledge he applies to the creation of innovative solutions and breakthrough products. His strategic approach combines manufacturing and engineering insights and end-user understanding to bring Volk to the forefront of eye care innovation. Scott's ability to bridge the gap between innovation and commercial success has resulted in a portfolio of products that have transformed the lives of both healthcare professionals and patients.
As the Chief Technology Officer, Scott continues to lead Volk's product development efforts, spearheading the design and manufacture of solutions that exceed expectations and add significant value to end users. His visionary approach, coupled with his ability to translate unmet needs into tangible innovations, is instrumental in driving Volk's success and its mission to revolutionize eye care.

Snigdha Katragadda
Director of Quality and Compliance

Snigdha Katragadda
Director of Quality and Compliance
Snigdha heads the company’s quality and regulatory affairs functions and is a vital member of our leadership team, playing a crucial role in ensuring that Volk’s products are safe and effective and align with Volk's high standards of excellence. Snigdha has formally established Volk’s global compliance program and led several regulatory transitions to ensure Volk’s products and services are accessible in all parts of the world. Snigdha's meticulous approach encompasses every stage of the design and manufacturing process, from requirements generation to launch, sourcing, testing, packaging, storage, and distribution. Under Snigdha's leadership, a global network has been established, dedicated to delivering the highest quality products and services to our valued customers and patients. Her approach ensures a compliant and reliable supply chain that consistently meets the demands of our customers worldwide.
Snigdha's background in quality and compliance is marked by her extensive experience in project management, design, development, quality systems and regulatory submissions. Her expertise in these areas enables her to ensure that every single material inside our products adheres to the stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements. Snigdha holds a CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) certification, and has more than 11 years of experience in the medical device industry. Her qualifications extend far beyond her professional experience, and she has worked extensively on matters related to design and development, design controls, verification and validation, quality system setup, lean quality, supplier quality, global regulatory submissions (510(k), DMF, MAF, CE marking, etc.), external audits, servicing, and post market surveillance processes.
Snigdha received her master’s in biomedical engineering from University of Southern California (USC).
With her leadership, our company continues to raise the bar for excellence, ensuring that every product that bears the Volk name meets and exceeds the expectations of our global clientele.

Snigdha Katragadda
Director of Quality and Compliance
Snigdha heads the company’s quality and regulatory affairs functions and is a vital member of our leadership team, playing a crucial role in ensuring that Volk’s products are safe and effective and align with Volk's high standards of excellence. Snigdha has formally established Volk’s global compliance program and led several regulatory transitions to ensure Volk’s products and services are accessible in all parts of the world. Snigdha's meticulous approach encompasses every stage of the design and manufacturing process, from requirements generation to launch, sourcing, testing, packaging, storage, and distribution. Under Snigdha's leadership, a global network has been established, dedicated to delivering the highest quality products and services to our valued customers and patients. Her approach ensures a compliant and reliable supply chain that consistently meets the demands of our customers worldwide.
Snigdha's background in quality and compliance is marked by her extensive experience in project management, design, development, quality systems and regulatory submissions. Her expertise in these areas enables her to ensure that every single material inside our products adheres to the stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements. Snigdha holds a CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) certification, and has more than 11 years of experience in the medical device industry. Her qualifications extend far beyond her professional experience, and she has worked extensively on matters related to design and development, design controls, verification and validation, quality system setup, lean quality, supplier quality, global regulatory submissions (510(k), DMF, MAF, CE marking, etc.), external audits, servicing, and post market surveillance processes.
Snigdha received her master’s in biomedical engineering from University of Southern California (USC).
With her leadership, our company continues to raise the bar for excellence, ensuring that every product that bears the Volk name meets and exceeds the expectations of our global clientele.