William Newby
About William Newby
William Newby serves as the VP of Product at Rune Labs, bringing extensive experience in the healthcare sector, particularly in clinical oncology and pharmacy. His career includes significant roles at Roche, where he contributed to the NAVIFY Platform, and as a co-founder of RobinHealth.
Current Role at Rune Labs
William Newby serves as the Vice President of Product at Rune Labs, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product strategy and development, contributing to the company's mission in the healthcare technology sector. His leadership focuses on enhancing product offerings and ensuring alignment with market needs.
Previous Experience at Roche
Prior to his current role, Newby worked at Roche Diagnostics in various capacities. He was a Project Leader for the NAVIFY Platform from 2017 to 2019, where he played a significant role in delivering a clinical decision support ecosystem. He also served as Director of Product Management for the NAVIFY Platform from 2019 to 2020, and briefly as Senior Manager of Software Engineering in 2017.
Background in Software Development
Newby has a strong background in software development, having worked at Avatar, LLC from 1999 to 2004 as an Application Developer and later as a Lead Developer from 2007 to 2014. His experience in software engineering has equipped him with the skills necessary to lead product management initiatives in the healthcare sector.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
William Newby co-founded RobinHealth, a digital pharmacy, from 2015 to 2017. The venture focused on connecting prescriptions to patient outcomes, reflecting his commitment to improving healthcare delivery through technology. This experience demonstrates his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to innovation in healthcare.
Educational Background
Newby studied Computer Science and Physics at Bowling Green State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from 2000 to 2003. He also attended Ball State University from 1998 to 2000. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in both technical and analytical skills.