Russ Ramanayake
About Russ Ramanayake
Education and Expertise
Russ Ramanayake holds a Juris Doctor degree from Taft Law School, William Howard Taft University. He is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and is a Global Chartered Management Accountant (CGMA). His expertise spans over 25 years in corporate finance with a specialized focus on mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and initial public offerings within the medical devices sector.
Corporate Experience in Medical Devices
Russ Ramanayake has extensive experience in the medical devices industry, particularly in finance roles. Over his 25-year career, he has been involved in significant mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and IPOs. His roles have included Vice President of Finance, Corporate Controller for notable companies such as Second Sight Medical Products, Advanced Bionics, and the Neuro Modulation division of Boston Scientific.
Role at Second Sight Medical Products
Russ Ramanayake served as the Corporate Controller for Second Sight Medical Products. Notably, he played a key role in the successful completion of their initial public offering (IPO) in 2014. His leadership and financial acumen were crucial during this transformative period for the company.
Merger with Sonova at Advanced Bionics
As the Corporate Controller for Advanced Bionics, Russ Ramanayake worked closely with the CEO and Chairman to successfully complete the merger with Sonova in December 2009. His expertise in corporate finance was instrumental in navigating the complexities of this high-profile merger.
Boston Scientific Neuro Modulation Merger
In his role as Divisional Controller for Boston Scientific's Neuro Modulation division, Russ Ramanayake assisted the CEO and board in the successful completion of the merger between Advanced Bionics and Boston Scientific in May 2004. His financial oversight and strategic guidance were key factors in executing this significant corporate transaction.