Patrick Gerding
About Patrick Gerding
Patrick Gerding serves as the Director of Public Sector Sales at R-Zero, leveraging over three decades of experience in healthcare sales and operations to enhance public health initiatives. He has held various leadership roles across notable organizations, including Optum, Livongo, and Health Catalyst, and has successfully secured significant contracts with government agencies.
Current Role at R-Zero
Patrick Gerding serves as the Director of Public Sector Sales at R-Zero, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing air quality in shared spaces for public sector organizations across the United States. He develops and executes strategies to ensure R-Zero remains a trusted partner for government entities.
Previous Experience in Federal Sales
Prior to his current role, Patrick Gerding held several positions in federal sales. He worked at Optum as the Director of Federal Sales from 2010 to 2015, where he contributed to the company's growth in the federal market. He also served as the Director of Federal Sales at Picis from 2015 to 2016 and as the National Director of VA Services from 2007 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Gerding earned a Bachelor of Science in International Trade and a Master of Business Administration in Marketing from Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business. His educational background supports his extensive experience in healthcare sales and operations, which spans over three decades.
Significant Contracts and Partnerships
During his career, Patrick Gerding has successfully closed significant contracts, including a three-year $35 million BPA contract with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and a three-year $950 million ceiling contract with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). He has also established partnerships with various large and small companies in the public health sector.
Career Progression in Healthcare Sales
Patrick Gerding's career in healthcare sales includes various roles across multiple organizations. He worked at Livongo as Vice President of Sales from 2019 to 2021 and at Health Catalyst as Vice President of Sales / Federal Business Development from 2016 to 2019. His experience also includes positions at IDX Systems Corporation and UMC Health System, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of the healthcare landscape.