Neil Puri
About Neil Puri
Neil Puri serves as the Head of Quality and Regulatory Affairs at Aktiia, where he has worked since 2022. With over 15 years of experience in regulated industries, he possesses a strong background in quality leadership and regulatory affairs, complemented by his educational qualifications in engineering and business.
Work at Aktiia
Neil Puri has been serving as the Head of Quality and Regulatory Affairs at Aktiia since 2023. Prior to this role, he was the Head of Quality at the same company for two years, starting in 2022. His work is based in San Diego, California, where he integrates his extensive experience in regulatory affairs and quality management into his leadership role.
Education and Expertise
Neil Puri holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering with a concentration in Mechanics from the University of Rochester, which he completed from 2001 to 2005. He also earned a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Hawaii at Manoa between 2005 and 2007. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Organizational Leadership and Finance from the University of California, San Diego - Rady School of Management from 2012 to 2015.
Background
Neil Puri has over 15 years of experience in regulated industries, including medical devices, nuclear, and aerospace. His career includes significant roles at Dexcom, where he held various positions from 2015 to 2022, including Director of Quality Compliance and Senior Manager of Design Assurance. He also worked at General Atomics as a Quality Engineer IV and served as Chief Financial Officer at SICdrone.
Achievements
Neil Puri is recognized for his leadership in regulatory affairs and quality, having led cross-functional teams and demonstrated strong mentoring and personnel development skills. His strategic planning and organizational strategy expertise contribute to his reputation for fostering a collaborative work culture. He has a proven track record in developing strategic business initiatives across multiple highly regulated industries.