Mike Draper
About Mike Draper
Mike Draper serves as the Sr. Director of Customer Collaboration at Nevro, bringing over 33 years of experience in the medical device industry. He previously held various leadership roles at Medtronic, focusing on sales and marketing in the neuromodulation sector.
Current Role at Nevro
Mike Draper serves as the Sr. Director of Customer Collaboration at Nevro, a position he has held since 2017. Based in Redwood City, CA, he focuses on developing and executing corporate-level customer experience and collaboration strategies. His work aims to enhance brand loyalty and improve customer engagement within the medical device industry.
Previous Experience at Medtronic
Before joining Nevro, Mike Draper had an extensive career at Medtronic, where he held several key positions. He served as Regional Vice President of Sales for Core Neuromodulation from 2003 to 2011, overseeing operations in the Western U.S. He also worked as Sr. Director of Global Marketing and Customer Collaboration from 2011 to 2017 and as Vice President of Sales for 11 months in 2002.
Education and Expertise
Mike Draper studied at California State University, Fresno, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from 1982 to 1986. His educational background complements his over 33 years of experience in the medical device industry, particularly in neuromodulation, interventional spine, and oncology markets.
Industry Competencies
Mike Draper possesses strong competencies in commercialization strategy and aligning teams around effective sales processes. His expertise is supported by a well-established network and strong relationships across various device markets, which contribute to his effectiveness in customer collaboration and marketing strategies.