BELGRADE, Mont.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 1, 2014-- Bacterin International Holdings, Inc. (NYSE MKT: BONE), a leader in the development of revolutionary bone graft material and coatings for medical applications, is pleased to announce the addition of Melanie Head as Vice President of Sales. Ms. Head brings extensive experience in the management of medical sales operations, particularly in growth-stage organizations.

“Ms. Head’s vast experience creating and leading sales organizations in the medical industry made her an ideal addition to Bacterin’s management team,” said Dan Goldberger, Bacterin President and CEO. “She has the appropriate knowledge, leadership, and skill set to help Bacterin expand on its recent sales momentum, and continue to drive growth and positive results.”

Melanie Head has over 20 years of experience in the medical device industry serving in various sales positions. Prior to joining Bacterin, Ms. Head was the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Lumenis, Inc., where she had responsibility for $75 million in revenue and 60 field personnel. Ms. Head has held many executive sales positions during her career, including positions as director for Medtronic Physio-Control, Draeger Medical, and Nihon Kohden. In addition, she has held national accounts roles, including government accounts.

Ms. Head began her career in finance and is a CPA, with a BA in Accounting and Business Data Systems from University of Texas at San Antonio. Ms. Head will be responsible for management of the sales operation for Bacterin, including implementation of strategic sales initiatives and expanding Bacterin’s existing training program.

About Bacterin International Holdings

Bacterin International Holdings, Inc. (NYSE MKT: BONE) develops, manufactures and markets biologics products to domestic and international markets. These products are used in a variety of applications including enhancing fusion in spine surgery, relief of back pain, promotion of bone growth in foot and ankle surgery, promotion of cranial healing following neurosurgery and subchondral repair in knee and other joint surgeries.

Bacterin's Medical Device division develops, employs, and licenses coatings for various medical device applications. For further information, please visit www.bacterin.com.

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Source: Bacterin International Holdings, Inc.

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