Ton van den Hoven

Experienced Entrepreneur | Leading Startups to Commercialization in MedTech & Life Sciences | Driving Innovation & Growth

Heerenveen, Friesland, Netherlands

About

With a proven track record of leading startups to successful commercialization in the MedTech & Life Science industry, I am passionate about driving innovation and growth. Via TVH Business Consultancy I bring my expertise to startups (flowView Diagnostics and Sabiad) As the former CEO and co-founder of SurgVision, I have demonstrated my ability to navigate complex business landscapes, culminating in a successful acquisition by Bracco. Drawing on my extensive experience in senior management positions at Philips Healthcare, Stentor Inc., and Cemax-Icon, I bring a wealth of knowledge in business development, strategy, and international operations. My expertise encompasses introducing new business models, implementing quality systems and regulatory processes, and expanding sales and business development into new domains and markets. I am dedicated to leveraging my skills to propel startups towards commercial success while pushing the boundaries of healthcare technology.

Experience

  • Managing Partner at TVH Life Science Partners
    1992 - Present · 34 yrs 6 mos

    TVH Life Science Partners supports early-stage life science companies from research to real-world impact. We work alongside founders, investors, and innovation teams to build, fund, and scale biotech, medtech, and diagnostics ventures. Rather than short-term consulting, we act as hands-on venture partners — contributing strategic direction, operational leadership, fundraising support, and access to a deep international network across science, industry, and capital. Our focus is on companies where strong science meets clear clinical and commercial relevance, helping transform promising ideas into sustainable businesses. 🔗 https://tvhlifescience.com/

  • Founder and CEO at Sabiad
    Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 10 mos

  • Founder and CEO at FlowView Diagnostics BV
    Apr 2020 - Nov 2025 · 5 yrs 8 mos

  • CEO at Machnet Medical Robotics B.V.
    Apr 2020 - Mar 2024 · 4 yrs

  • General Manager EMEA at Viz.ai
    Jan 2021 - Jun 2023 · 2 yrs 6 mos