
Dr. Howard Leonhardt
Dr. Howard Leonhardt is an inventor and entrepreneur best known for pioneering advancements in regenerative medicine and cardiovascular technology. He holds over 21 U.S. patents, including innovations in stent grafts, biological pacemakers, and bioelectric stimulation for organ regeneration. As the founder of Leonhardt Ventures, he has led and supported more than 30 startups focused on healing damaged tissues and organs, particularly the heart. His early work with the TALENT stent graft and MyoCell stem cell therapy laid the foundation for many of today’s regenerative treatments. A passionate advocate for innovation, Dr. Leonhardt continues to merge science, engineering, and entrepreneurship to shape the future of heart health.