Aaron DeMent has been working in the sterilization industry for over 30 years, more than 20 of which are with Sterigenics where he currently serves as Vice President of Technical Services. In this capacity he oversees the Expert Advisory services group as well as being responsible for R&D including the development of new sterilization technologies. Aaron is also a member of the executive team at Sterigenics where he plays a key role in developing organizational strategy. Aaron is a passionate believer in employee engagement and spends significant time mentoring the next generation of company and industry leaders.
Aaron has global experience in Medical Device, Pharmaceutical and Biologic Industries. His primary experience is in sterilization where he has worked for both manufacturers and contract providers in all aspects of the business. He has been the co-author on several published studies on the effects of various sterilization modalities on pharmaceutical products.
Prior to his current position, he has held a variety of positions including VP of Global QA, Director of QA, GM, QA Manager, R&D Principal Sterilization Scientist, Sterilization Manager, Corporate Training Manager and QA/ Sterilization Consultant. Aaron received his B.S. in Zoology from Cal State University at Long Beach and has also obtained ISO 13485 Lead Auditor certification, RSO training, 40 Hour OSHA Hazardous Waste training and Six Sigma Green Belt certification along with numerous other industry specific trainings.
