Don Ariyakumar
About Don Ariyakumar
Don Ariyakumar is a Product Manager for the Americas at Hamamatsu, specializing in aligning product development with market needs in the healthcare sector. He has extensive experience in product management, business development, and laboratory management, with a focus on advancing patient outcomes through technological innovations.
Work at Hamamatsu
Don Ariyakumar has been serving as the Product Manager for the Americas (Marketing) at Hamamatsu since 2019. In this role, he focuses on aligning product development with market needs, ensuring that the company's offerings meet the demands of the healthcare sector. His responsibilities include overseeing marketing strategies and product innovation, contributing to the advancement of patient outcomes through technological solutions.
Education and Expertise
Don Ariyakumar holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from New Mexico State University, where he studied for 11 months and graduated in 2021. He also earned a Master of Science in Biology from the same institution. Additionally, he completed an Executive MBA at IE Business School and participated in an exchange program at University College Dublin. His educational background supports his expertise in transforming business operations and taking healthcare products from the lab to market.
Background
Don Ariyakumar has a diverse professional background in the healthcare sector. He worked at PATH as a Global Product Manager from 2018 to 2019, where he focused on commercialization strategies. Prior to that, he served as a Business Development Manager at Philips from 2014 to 2018, specializing in computational and analytical pathology. His experience also includes a role as Laboratory Manager in Ultrastructure Pathology at the University of Minnesota from 2007 to 2012 and as Director of the Nevada Central Cancer Registry from 2012 to 2014.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Don Ariyakumar has specialized in advancing patient outcomes through technological innovations in healthcare. His work emphasizes product innovation, sales, and marketing, showcasing his ability to align product development with market needs. His leadership roles in various organizations reflect his commitment to enhancing healthcare solutions and improving team dynamics.