Founder, President and CEO

Jackie Hart
Passionate about innovating dermatologic skin care, Jackie has been actively involved in Dermatology for over 25 years. She worked with Dr’s Theodore Tromovitch, Samuel Stegman, Albert Kligman, and Richard G. Glogau, from 1980 to 1990 as Director of Training, Education & New Product Formulation for Cosmedic Research Laboratories.

Jackie gained valuable expertise and experience working with Dr.’s Tromovitch and Stegman who were two of the founding fathers for the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. Jackie designed the first paramedical aesthetic certification and training programs and led in the development and marketing of numerous dermatologic skin care products.

In 2000, as Director of New Product Development and Marketing, she led the development of the market’s first particle free microdermabrasion system. Within two years, through her leadership, the company sold over 4,000 units and attained #1 market share. Jackie was responsible for the development of industry leader’s training videos, web site, training manual, marketing material, customer technical support and trade shows.

In 2002, Jackie founded and incorporated CosMedic R & D with the vision bringing the most efficacious innovations in skin care to medical practitioners and spa professionals. Through her guidance, CosMedic R & D is one of the fastest growing skin care solutions provider with patents pending for both the DermaSweep™ wand tips and the Vacuum Control Lock Out System. The DermaSweep™ name is trademarked and both the Epi-Infusion and Skin Specific Solutions names are trademark pending.

CFO and CPA

Larry Willis
In his role as Chief Financial Officer, Larry brings 30 years of experience as he oversees the Finance and Accounting aspects of the business.

In 1987 Larry established his own accounting firm of Willis and Walsh, a successful practice focused on small business and strategic planning. Prior to that, he spent 7 years as a partner at Bartig, Basler & Ray working with small business clients.

Larry holds a BS in Accounting from Brigham Young University and is affiliated with the AICPA, CA Society of CPA's, IBBA, and CABB.

VP Marketing & Sales

Corey Hartung
In his role as VP or Marketing & Sales, Corey oversees branding, product marketing, marketing communications, advertising, tradeshows, media relations and sales development. He works closely with DermaSweep accounts to help maximize their sales potential, market awareness and sales penetration.

In 1999 Corey entered into the Aesthetic Medical industry with CosMedic R & D responsible for the sales of capital equipment. Prior to joining CosMedic R & D, he traveled to over 15 countries on assignment for magazines and productions companies as a cinematographer, photographer, and director for the action sports and commercial photography industries.

Corey holds a BS in Agribusiness with a concentration in Marketing from California Polytechnic State University.

Director of Education and Training

Laura L. McDermott
Laura L. McDermott has been in the aesthetics industry for nearly ten years. She is a licensed medical esthetician, medical assistant and laser technician. In 2005 she received her Bachelor's Degree in Communication/Mass Communication at Arizona State University.

Combining her hands-on experience as a skin care professional and her passion for skin, she then began working as a regional sales director, an educator and a trainer. Over the last 5 years, she has taught at the Skin & Makeup Institute, Clearskin Laser Centre and various CME workshops, including a lecture at the SDSS meeting. Additionally, she works closely with UCI Dermatology Center on advanced mechanical resurfacing protocols.

Laura's achievements include being featured as a guest speaker for various women's networking events, as well as a guest on Beaute Report's blog talk radio. Laura started a beauty blog in October 2009, where she covers her favorite products and procedures in the aesthetics industry. She is also heavily involved in product branding events, as well as charity events.