Cato Expands Board of Directors

Industry Leaders Bring Expertise in Healthcare Supply Chain, Technology, and Finance

DALLAS, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cato, a leading intelligent supply chain provider dedicated to ensuring consistent patient care for healthcare systems, has expanded its board of directors. This strategic move bolsters the company’s leadership with deep expertise

across healthcare supply chains, technology, and finance, positioning Cato for accelerated growth and continued innovation in delivering medical supplies to healthcare systems nationwide.

“Our newly expanded board brings an unparalleled wealth of experience and strategic insight,” said Cato COO Lainy Jahnke. “With our technology, infrastructure, and strong team in place, our board will help us drive transformative changes in the healthcare supply chain, enhancing continuity of care and improving patient outcomes.”

Board Members:

• Bala Iyer, Board Chair: A veteran of the technology industry, Iyer has overseen more than 100 acquisitions and divestitures worth more than $40 billion as well as equity and debt financing initiatives exceeding $10 billion. He has served on nine public company boards since 2001 and earned recognition from the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) Directorship 100 for exemplary leadership. Previously, Iyer served as CFO of Conexant Systems and VLSI Technologies.
• John Courtney: Currently an operating partner at InTandem Capital, Courtney’s career includes leadership roles such as head of operations for eBay’s Asia Pacific business and Chief Information Officer at Clayton Holdings. His global expertise spans technology partnerships and corporate strategy.
• Tiffani Shaw: Shaw serves as CEO of Stead Impact Ventures, an impact investing company focused on improving health and wellbeing globally. She previously served as Chief of Staff for the CEO at Clarivate, a global publicly traded company. She spent 25 years in the public sector, most recently as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the University of Iowa Center for Advancement.
  
• Lainy Jahnke: Jahnke is a co-founder and serves as Chief Operating Officer of Cato. She plays a crucial role in overseeing the company's operational strategies and ensuring management efficiencies. Prior to Cato, Lainy had 15 years of experience ranging from the Department of Defense and consulting services with The Conscious Leadership Group to Silicon Valley. Lainy also served as COO for a financial services firm, highlighting her deep understanding of building operational functionalities within an organization from the ground up, which she continues to implement and build upon at Cato.
  
• Andy James: As Chief Technology Officer at Stead Impact Ventures, James helps early-stage companies scale their technology platforms. His tenure includes pivotal roles at IHS Markit, where he led large teams and aligned product development with business priorities.
• Heather Matzke-Hamlin: Matzke-Hamlin has a history of successfully leading accounting and auditing teams to achieve organizational transformation, acquisition integration and strong corporate governance. She is currently a consultant, assisting companies with technical accounting and governance projects. Previously she served as Chief Accounting Officer at both Clarivate Plc and IHS Markit and as Chief Audit Executive for a $2 billion technology company. She began her career in public accounting serving large multinational clients.
  

About Cato

Founded in 2020 to address critical shortages in the healthcare supply chain, Cato is transforming procurement with innovative solutions that adapt to evolving business needs. The company specializes in sourcing hard-to-find products, navigating shortages, and leveraging its extensive distribution network to deliver significant cost savings. Cato’s mission is to empower healthcare providers with a streamlined, efficient supply chain that ensures consistent patient care.