Paul Wright Email & Phone Number

Austin, TX, US

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In my role as Principal at Surfaceink (Acquired by PwC), I spearheaded strategic product development consulting for a diverse range of some of the most recognized brands in consumer and industrial devices. By leading cross-functional teams, I executed full-cycle product development projects, developed proof of concept initiatives, and conducted research.

San Jose, CA, US

San Marcos, TX, US

In my role as a Certified Business Advisor "Residency in Finance" at Texas State University SBDC: I specialized in assisting early-stage technology transfer companies in BioTech, Medical Device, Industrial Device, and IoT sectors. I conducted market analysis, validated value propositions, and provided negotiation support to help startups secure funding and.

San Marcos, TX, US

In my role as an Adjunct Professor at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas, I was invited by Entrepreneurship and Business professors to share my Operations Management experience with students in engineering and business. I developed engaging curriculum focused on high tech operations on a global scale to enhance student learning and create interest.

Waco, Texas, US

• Focus on Marketing and Finance coursework leading to MBA.Apply Entrepreneurship concepts while participating in the Austin Startup EcoSystem.
• Web, SaaS & Cloud Solutions, in eCommerce, FinTech, HealthTech, CleanTech and Media
• Deal flow through Incubators, Accelerators, Angel Networks, Corporate Development Professionals, Technology Commercialization Organizations, Entrepreneurs, Business Plan Competitions and Business Support SMEs.
• Pitch Deck creation, Business Modeling, Market Analysis, Brand Strategy and Positioning, referral Sales Process, sales Execution (B2B), SalesForce.com, Due diligence, Corp structure, legal Review and Negotiation.
• Early Stage Technology Transfer Companies in BioTech, Medical Device, Industrial Device, IoT
• Business Modeling, Market Analysis, Value Proposition Validation, Market Validation, Technology Readiness Assessment, Business Development, Valuation, Due Diligence, Negotiation Support, Grant Evaluation, Capital.

San Jose, CA, US

As the Austin Studio Manager at Surfaceink Product Design & Development, I led the "Concept Vehicles for Digital Convergence" projects across various industries, working with top clients like Dell and Intel. My flagship project involved creating a Freescale I.MX based Reference Design and working prototype of a 12” Android Touch Tablet, which was showcased.

Round Rock, Texas, US

• OptiPlex Desktops: Software Configured Business Class Computers.

Dallas, TX, US

• Automated Optical Inspection (TFT Flat Panel Display & Semiconductor Reticle Metrology) using Machine Design, Optics, Real-Time Image Processing, Networked Computers.
• Clients included: Intel, TI, Philips, dPix, Hakuto.

• CAD/CAM/CAE seamless software processes for Consumer Electronics, Computer, Medical Device & Industrial applications.

Arlington, VA, US

• C4I Defense Projects in COMM Shelters, Mobile Data Centers, Racking, Power Distribution, and Work Desks using Secure Networks, PCs, Servers, ISO Shelters, and Sheet Metal.
• Clients included General Dynamics & U.S. Army CENTCOM.

Los Angeles, California, US

• Controllable Solid Rocket Propulsion Systems using electromechanical hardware: Control Systems, Actuators, Pressure Vessels, Carbon Fiber & Exotic Composites and Hot Gas Valve Technologies.
• Key Clients included JPL, Raytheon, Standard Missile, NMD and Kistler Aerospace.

Randolph AFB, TX, US

• Wilford Hall Medical Center (a US Defense Dept. Flagship Hospital).

Executive Mba, Entrepreneurship (Marketing & Finance)

Bs, Mechanical Engineering

Aas, Biomedical Engineering