Gerard Kool Email & Phone Number

Co-founder and Operations Director / COO at MedTech scale-up Advanced Ophthalmic Systems Ltd. Previously director at parent company Sparca now focussing solely on growing the AOS product suite internationally. A creative and charismatic leader with a passion for start-ups, building teams, improving products and doing it right! An excellent communicator able to translate user needs and requirements into meaningful products. Often the voice of reason between overzealous business development teams and overworked engineers. Board member and co-lead on HR, investor & stakeholder relations. Lead on product strategy, product development, service delivery, international regulations and compliance, IT and data security. I am well versed in global regulations (FDA, MDR, UKCA, CDSCO) and international standards for Quality Management Systems for software as a medical device and information security (ISO13485, 27001, EN62304). I have 25 years technology sector experience with a determination and enthusiasm for a harmonious workplace where everyone’s opinion is valued, and products that are well designed, simple and intuitive.

Listed skills include Project Delivery, Project Portfolio Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Management, and 15 others.

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