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Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Patte Weathers

Associate Subject Matter Expert

USA

Global regulatory compliance focused on medical devices and electronic waste, combining 10 years of manufacturing operations and supplier auditing experience with ISO 13485/ISO 9001 lead auditor certification.

Embedding regulatory relevance and applicability deep into an organizational strategy is non-negotiable. This is less about creating voluminous procedures and more about cultivating a culture of acute awareness and attention at every level.

Patte ‘s Biography

Patte is a Regulatory Compliance Specialist focusing on the sectors of medical devices and electronic waste. She offers clients a unique perspective: a pairing of hands-on experience from 10 years in manufacturing operations and supplier auditing in automotive and medical device components with the strategic foresight of a master’s-level researcher.

She is a certified Lead Auditor for ISO 13485 and ISO 9001. She currently monitors global regulatory activity for electronic waste and medical device laws. Her background in corporate training ensures that compliance strategies are not just written but are effectively adopted and maintained across an organization.

Areas of Expertise

  • Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
  • Medical Devices

More About Me

Passions & Perspectives

Listen, listen, listen, know, act. Find your honest self and trust it

Credentials & Certifications

  • Certified ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
  • Master of Library Science, Syracuse University
  • Master of Education, Human Resource Education, Boston University

Experience Highlights

    • Ten years in automotive manufacturing QA/QC
    • Extensive background providing clients with informational research and training
    • Over five years of experience with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and TS16949 auditing