Stryker Appoints Spencer Stiles As President, Chief Operating Officer, Effective Jan. 1, 2026

Stryker (NYSE:SYK), a global leader in medical technologies, announced today Spencer Stiles has been appointed President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 1, 2026. In this role, Stiles will lead the company's global businesses, strategy, and mergers and acquisitions.

Dylan Crotty will be promoted to succeed Stiles as Group President, Orthopaedics. Crotty, who has spent twenty-seven years with Stryker, currently serves as President, Instruments. During his tenure, Crotty has held roles of increasing responsibility, leading many diverse businesses including roles in Trauma & Extremities and Europe. He is a proven growth champion, known for his strong operational leadership and collaboration.