Richard J.
About Richard J.
Richard J. serves as the Senior Regional Business Director at Nevro, a position he has held since 2016. He has extensive experience in sales and business management, having previously worked at companies such as RadiaDyne, Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic, and Boston Scientific Neuromodulation.
Work at Nevro
Richard J. has been serving as the Senior Regional Business Director at Nevro since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing business operations in the Houston, Texas area. His tenure at Nevro has been marked by significant achievements, including contributing to the team's recognition with the Area of the Year award in 2018. Richard has consistently demonstrated strong performance, achieving 100% quota attainment in the regional category for three separate years: 2016, 2018, and 2019.
Previous Experience in Sales Leadership
Prior to joining Nevro, Richard J. held several key positions in sales leadership. He served as the Vice President of Sales at RadiaDyne from 2008 to 2011, where he had nationwide responsibility. Following that, he worked at Johnson & Johnson as Regional Business Director from 2011 to 2016, managing operations in Houston, Texas. His experience also includes a role as Regional Sales Director at Boston Scientific Neuromodulation from 2005 to 2008 and as Territory Manager at Medtronic from 1999 to 2005.
Education and Expertise
Richard J. has a diverse educational background. He studied at Texas Tech University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Finance and Marketing from 1984 to 1988. He furthered his education at Texas Tech University, obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health Organization Management from 1990 to 1993. Additionally, he studied Nursing at San Antonio College, achieving an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from 1994 to 1996.
Achievements and Recognition
Throughout his career, Richard J. has received notable recognition for his contributions to sales and business development. He was awarded the President's Club award for a regional team win in 2019. His consistent performance has led to 100% quota attainment in the regional category for three years: 2016, 2018, and 2019. These achievements reflect his commitment to excellence and effective leadership in the field.
Background and Early Career
Richard J. began his career in sales and business management after completing his education. He worked at Medtronic as a Territory Manager from 1999 to 2005, focusing on South Texas. Following this role, he transitioned to Boston Scientific Neuromodulation as Regional Sales Director from 2005 to 2008. His early career laid the foundation for his subsequent leadership positions in the medical device industry.