John R. Deren serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Teleflex Incorporated, a leading global provider of medical technologies. In this pivotal role, he oversees all aspects of the company's financial operations, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, treasury, tax, risk management, and investor relations. With more than 25 years of experience in finance, accounting, and tax strategy within the healthcare and manufacturing industries, Mr. Deren plays a critical role in driving Teleflex's financial performance, supporting strategic initiatives, and ensuring long-term shareholder value. Mr. Deren joined Teleflex in 2014 as Vice President, Tax, after holding senior tax leadership positions at Covidien and Tyco International, where he managed global tax planning, compliance, and controversy matters during significant mergers and restructurings. He advanced quickly within the organization, becoming Senior Vice President, Tax and Treasury in 2017, before ascending to CFO in 2020. Under his stewardship, Teleflex has successfully navigated economic challenges, executed key acquisitions such as the $1.1 billion purchase of Z-Medica in 2021, and optimized its capital structure to fuel innovation and growth in critical care and surgical device segments. A Certified Public Accountant, Mr. Deren earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Villanova University. His strategic foresight has been instrumental in enhancing Teleflex's operational efficiency, managing international tax complexities, and delivering strong financial results, including consistent revenue growth and improved profitability metrics.