Our Leadership

Yasuki Hirokado joined CAIRE in April 2026 as President and CEO and leads the company’s strategy, operations, and long-term growth initiatives.

With more than 30 years of leadership experience across the automotive components, HVAC, power systems, and commercial kitchen equipment industries, he has held executive positions in North America, Europe, and Japan, leading business transformation initiatives and driving sustainable growth across global markets.

He holds a Master of Engineering degree in Precision Engineering from Kyoto University. Combining deep technical expertise with extensive international leadership experience, Yasuki is committed to advancing healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and a culture built on trust.

At CAIRE, he is focused on strengthening relationships with customers, employees, and business partners while delivering solutions that improve lives and contribute to the future of healthcare worldwide.

Norbert Leinfellner, PhD

Executive Vice President of Global Engineering

Norbert joined CAIRE in September 2024 as Executive Vice President of Global Engineering, bringing his extensive expertise and vision to our team.

Norbert will lead all global product development efforts in his role, guiding innovations from concept to market launch. His responsibilities also include overseeing the CAIRE Program Management Office, a critical hub ensuring the successful execution of development programs with governance, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.

Norbert brings a wealth of experience from his distinguished career in medical device development. He has held key leadership roles at renowned companies, including Siemens Healthineers, Carl Zeiss Medical Technology, Fresenius Medical Care, Element Science, and Inogen.

A physicist by training, Norbert earned his PhD from the Technical University Graz in Austria. His work reflects a dedication to advancing technologies that make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Mario serves as General Manager of AirSep, leading the global commercial gas generation business worldwide. With more than 30 years of experience, Mario is a proven sales and marketing executive and recognized leader in the compressed air and industrial gas generation industry.

Throughout his career, Mario has held increasingly senior leadership positions with leading companies, building deep understanding of the gas generation technologies, engineered systems, and the diverse markets they serve. His experience spans within the medical, industrial, manufacturing, energy, and other specialized applications, giving him a broad perspective, on the evolving needs of customers around the world.

Mario holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has also served as past Chairman and Co-Chairman of the Nitrogen Generation Section of the Compressed Air & Gas Institute (CAGI), where he contributed to industry leadership and the advanced of nitrogen generation technologies.

Josep joined CAIRE in September 2008 as a field sales representative and has since served as EMEA Sales Director and VP of Global Sales, Respiratory. In February 2025, he was promoted to VP of Global Sales and Marketing, where he now leads the company’s business on a global scale. With over 20 years of sales experience across various healthcare sectors—including psychiatry, cardiology, diabetes, neurology, parenteral feeding, cryopreservation, regenerative medicine, and respiratory care—Josep brings a wealth of expertise to his role.

Before joining CAIRE, he held several sales positions at leading pharmaceutical companies, including Bayer, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Baxter. Josep earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from UB Barcelona University and a Master of Pharmaceutical Marketing from EADA Business School.

William joined CAIRE in August 2021 and is responsible for the preparation and analysis of all financial reporting, internal controls, and auditing. He leads the company’s FP&A division and is heavily involved with consolidated P&L management, budgeting, and analysis. Prior to CAIRE, William worked in finance at Home Depot with roles in operations, merchandising, and data analytics. Also, he previously worked at Booz Allen Hamilton in Washington D.C. and has significant experience consulting for private and public clients.

William graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Tennessee, and a Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Finance from Indiana’s Kelley School of Business. He is a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and Certified Treasury Professional (CTP).

Carley Huff is General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at CAIRE, where she leads the company’s global legal and compliance functions and serves as its Privacy Officer. She acts as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on risk, governance, and business strategy. She oversees all legal matters across the organization, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, commercial transactions, employment, data privacy, and international trade, among other areas.

Prior to CAIRE, Carley held progressive legal and compliance roles within Textron Inc., where she advised multiple business units on complex commercial, regulatory, and international matters. She is known for her practical, business-oriented approach and ability to partner cross-functionally to drive growth while effectively managing risk. Carley holds a J.D. from New England Law Boston and a B.S. in Global Supply Chain Management from Clarkson University, with minors in Project Management and Law Studies. She is licensed in New York and South Carolina.