Keith Gatermann
About Keith Gatermann
Keith Gatermann is a Regional Product Manager at IBA, where he leads the development of over 100 commercial offers and contributes to pricing strategies. He has a background in the Navy Nuclear Power program and experience as a Field Service Engineer, along with an MBA from UMKC.
Work at IBA
Keith Gatermann has been serving as a Regional Product Manager at IBA since 2016. In this role, he leads the development of over 100 commercial offers, ensuring 100% on-time delivery and accuracy. He contributes to the pricing strategy for IBA's equipment, services, and upgrades, including third-party equipment. Gatermann also analyzes and provides feedback on Product Roadmap developments to global product and marketing teams. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Field Service Engineer at IBA from 2013 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Keith Gatermann holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the UMKC Henry W. Bloch School of Management, which he completed from 2021 to 2023. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Elementary Education and Teaching from Missouri State University, studying from 1999 to 2003. His educational background, combined with his experience in the Navy Nuclear Power program, has equipped him with skills applicable to the medical device industry.
Background in the Navy
Keith Gatermann has a notable background in the US Navy, where he served as an Electricians Mate First Class on the USS Nimitz from 2010 to 2013. Prior to this role, he was a Naval Nuclear Trainee at NNPTU Charleston from 2007 to 2010. His experiences in the Navy provided him with technical skills and knowledge that facilitated his transition into the medical device industry.
Client Engagement and Support
In his current role, Keith Gatermann provides support to the commercial team by engaging with client representatives at various levels, including Medical Physicists and high-level decision-makers such as CFOs, CEOs, and COOs. He also trains the North American commercial team and distributors/agents on product and service offerings, enhancing the team's capabilities in client interactions.