Michelle A. Hodges is the Chief Legal Officer (CLO) at QuidelOrtho Corporation, a leading in vitro diagnostics company. With a robust background in law and corporate governance, Hodges has become an integral part of QuidelOrtho's leadership team. She holds a Juris Doctor degree from a prestigious law school and has accumulated years of experience in the legal field, particularly in the healthcare and life sciences sectors. Her expertise spans a wide range of areas, including mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. In her role as CLO at QuidelOrtho, Hodges is responsible for overseeing all legal matters affecting the company, providing strategic guidance to the executive team, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Her leadership has been pivotal in navigating the complexities of the diagnostics market, especially during the merger of Quidel and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics in 2022. Hodges' strategic foresight and legal acumen have helped QuidelOrtho maintain its competitive edge and continue its mission to improve patient care through innovative diagnostic solutions. Her contributions have been widely recognized within the company and the broader industry, solidifying her reputation as a respected leader in the field.