Meet the L.I.T. Surgical team

The leaders at L.I.T. Surgical are known for their industry expertise and commitment to providing solutions through emerging technologies.

AUSTIN CROWDER, Founder, President, CEO

Mr. Crowder’s career in medical device sales and distribution expertise resulted in bringing to market a number of specialty surgical devices as both a sales consultant and distributor principle. During his tenure in the medical device field, working closely with surgeons in the operating room, Austin identified a high demand for portable surgical illumination. After conducting extensive research, he developed and patented technology that is today the platform of the ONE HEADLIT™ as well as many future product applications. Mr. Crowder’s understanding of the medical device marketplace combined with his vision of technology applications brought together talents from various fields to build AMS and its technology.

JOSEPH R. STEINMAN, Vice President, Engineering

Mr. Steinman brings over 25 years experience in engineering and management in the electronics industries. He has advanced from Quality Engineering, Development Engineering and supervisory roles to become an Engineering Leader instrumental in creating several startups. Joe is creative in all aspects of product development including product definition, electro-mechanical design, thermal analysis and agency testing. His vision and creativity has led to nine USA patents, two European patents and two World patents. Joe leads the Engineering team at L.I.T. Surgical.

STEVEN O. DUNFORD, VICE PRESIDENT, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

Mr. Dunford has over 20 years experience as a Product Development and Research Engineer in emerging technologies with such industry giants as Texas Instruments, Raytheon, and Nokia. He has extensive experience in structural composite materials, thermal management, nanotechnology, and new product development and commercialization strategies. In addition to holding an M.S. in Science and Technology Commercialization from the University of Texas at Austin, Steve has completed numerous project management and Six Sigma programs, authored or co-authored more than 20 invention reports, has 5 patent applications pending, and holds 2 U.S. patents.

DAN SAWYER, DIRECTOR OF SALES, EAST

Mr. Sawyer's career of more than two decades in medical devices provides proven expertise in this complex industry. Mr. Sawyer has worked most recently with Integra Surgical, and previously worked with entities such as American Red Cross, Curion Medical, Haemacure, Neoprobe, and Ultracision.  With an MBA from Pepperdine, and a BSc in Business Administration, his extensive experience in the field, and his proven track record in medical device sales ensures a perfect fit in his new sales role at L.I.T. Surgical.