Stryker announced that Spencer Stiles has been promoted to president and chief operating officer (COO), effective January 1, 2026. Stiles will lead the company’s global businesses, strategy, and mergers and acquisitions.

Stiles is a 27-year Stryker veteran and has been the company’s group president of Orthopaedics and Spine since 2019. Throughout his tenure, he has served in leadership positions across Orthopaedics as well as MedSurg and Neurotechnology and oversaw international regions and key supporting functions. He began his career with Stryker’s Endoscopy business in 1999.

The company said Stiles brings a strong track record of performance and is recognized for his strategic vision, collaborative and motivational leadership, and commitment to advancing healthcare through technology.

“Appointing Spencer President and COO strengthens our ability to sustain high growth and leverage the breadth of our portfolio,” said Kevin Lobo, Stryker’s chair and CEO. “Spencer’s deep knowledge of our business and our customers, combined with his leadership and operational execution will help position us well for the future.”

“I’m honored to step into this role,” said Stiles. “Our customers inspire everything we do; their challenges drive our innovation, and their trust fuels our growth. Alongside our exceptional Stryker team, I’m excited for what’s next as we continue delivering meaningful impact for patients around the world.”

Dylan Crotty will be promoted to succeed Stiles as group president, Orthopaedics. Crotty has also spent 27 years with the company and 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.