James Read
About James Read
James Read is an experienced Account Manager currently working at Inari Medical in Australia. He has held various marketing and managerial roles at Boston Scientific and Zimmer, demonstrating expertise in commercializing health technologies in the Asia Pacific and Oceania regions.
Work at Inari Medical
James Read has been employed as an Account Manager at Inari Medical since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for managing client accounts and fostering relationships within the medical technology sector in Australia. His experience in the industry supports his ability to navigate complex client needs and deliver effective solutions.
Previous Experience at Boston Scientific
James Read held multiple positions at Boston Scientific from 2012 to 2023. He served as Marketing Manager for Peripheral Interventions in Australia and New Zealand from 2012 to 2016. He then transitioned to Regional Marketing Manager for Africa, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific from 2016 to 2020. Following this, he took on the role of Business Leader for Interventional Oncology in Australia from 2020 to 2021, and later as Senior Manager for Geo-Expansion in Peripheral Interventions in the United States from 2021 to 2023.
Education and Expertise
James Read earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Marketing/Marketing Management from the Australian Institute of Business, studying from 2013 to 2015. He also holds a degree in Marketing from Victoria University of Wellington, where he studied from 1992 to 1995. He is recognized as a subject matter expert in commercializing health technologies in the Asia Pacific and Oceania regions.
Background in Medical Technology
James Read has extensive experience in the medical technology field, having worked in various capacities since 2002. His career began at Heine Optotechnik as Distribution Channel Manager, followed by roles at Zimmer as Product Manager and Senior Product Manager. His background includes leading complex projects and guiding multi-functional teams through regulatory challenges and reimbursement environments.
Leadership and Professional Recognition
James Read is highly regarded by his peers for his knowledge and leadership abilities. His entrepreneurial approach has been instrumental in driving business growth in the dynamic markets of Asia Pacific and Oceania. He has developed diverse teams and has a proven track record in achieving cost-effective commercialization of health technologies.