Richard Plank
About Richard Plank
Richard Plank serves as the Director of Sales for the West Area Surgical Glaucoma at Sight Sciences, Inc., where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in sales and marketing within the medical field, having held various leadership roles in companies such as Shire and Aytu BioScience.
Work at Sight Sciences
Richard Plank has served as the Director of Sales for the West Area Surgical Glaucoma at Sight Sciences, Inc. since 2017. In this role, he oversees a team of four Regional Directors and 26 Surgical Sales Representatives. His responsibilities include collaborating with ophthalmologists, purchasing agents, administrators, and surgical centers to promote the company's surgical product line. Under his leadership, the team focuses on expanding market reach and enhancing sales strategies within the Central and West regions.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Before joining Sight Sciences, Richard Plank worked at Shire as the Regional Director for the Neuroscience Division for eight months in 2017. He also held the position of Director of Sales Marketing at Aytu BioScience, Inc. from 2016 to 2017. Prior to these roles, he was a Senior District Manager at Alcon from 2008 to 2016, where he managed sales operations in the Greater St. Louis Area. His diverse experience in the medical sales field has contributed to his expertise in sales management.
Education and Expertise
Richard Plank earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Communications from Missouri State University. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in understanding client needs and effective communication strategies. This knowledge supports his current role in sales, where he engages with various stakeholders in the healthcare industry.
Achievements in Sales Growth
During his tenure at Sight Sciences, Richard Plank successfully launched a surgical instrument for glaucoma treatment, resulting in a revenue growth of over 300% compared to the previous year. This achievement highlights his ability to drive sales and implement effective marketing strategies within the surgical glaucoma sector.