John Wolford
About John Wolford
John Wolford serves as the Director of US Sales Education at Nevro, where he has worked since 2021. He has a robust background in medical device sales, having held various managerial roles at companies such as Boston Scientific and Stryker over a career spanning more than a decade.
Current Role at Nevro
John Wolford currently serves as the Director of US Sales Education at Nevro, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on training and educating sales teams within the medical device industry. His responsibilities include developing educational programs that enhance the effectiveness of sales personnel and improve product knowledge, ultimately aiming to increase sales performance.
Previous Experience at Nevro
Prior to his current role, John Wolford worked at Nevro as the Regional Sales Director from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, he managed sales operations and strategies within a specific region, contributing to the company's growth in the medical device sector. His experience in this role laid the groundwork for his current responsibilities in sales education.
Career Background in Medical Sales
John Wolford has a diverse background in medical sales, having held several key positions in prominent companies. He worked as a Trauma Sales Manager at Stryker from 2007 to 2010, where he managed sales in the Upstate NY Branch. He then served as a Regional Business Manager at Boston Scientific from 2010 to 2018, followed by a role as District Sales Manager at Vertos Medical Inc for six months in 2018-2019. This extensive experience has equipped him with strong skills in managing capital equipment sales processes.
Education and Expertise
John Wolford studied at the United States Air Force Academy, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from 1987 to 1991. His educational background, combined with his extensive experience in the medical device industry, has provided him with a solid foundation in business principles and sales strategies, particularly in training and educating sales teams.