Brett Fogg
About Brett Fogg
Brett Fogg serves as the Vice President of Engineering & Development at Outset Medical, Inc., bringing over 15 years of experience in the FDA regulated industry. He has held various leadership roles at companies such as Alere Inc., Siemens Healthineers, and Abbott, focusing on manufacturing and operations.
Work at Outset Medical
Brett Fogg serves as the Vice President of Engineering & Development at Outset Medical, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he leads a medical device manufacturing site with over 300 employees. His responsibilities include overseeing various operational aspects such as quality assurance, human resources, finance, materials management, operations, engineering, lean practices, IT, supply chain, and research and development. He focuses on aligning the operational site with the corporate strategy and long-term vision of the company.
Previous Experience at Alere Inc.
Brett Fogg has extensive experience at Alere Inc., where he held multiple positions from 2010 to 2019. He began as an Engineering Manager for 8 months in 2010, then progressed to Director of Engineering from 2010 to 2013, and served as Senior Director of North America Engineering from 2013 to 2015. He later took on the role of Vice President of Operations for Epocal from 2015 to 2019. His tenure at Alere Inc. contributed significantly to his expertise in the FDA regulated industry.
Experience at Siemens Healthineers
Brett Fogg worked at Siemens Healthineers as Vice President of Manufacturing from 2017 to 2019. In this position, he was responsible for overseeing manufacturing operations in the Ottawa, Canada area. His role involved managing production processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards, further enhancing his leadership skills in a regulated environment.
Education and Expertise
Brett Fogg earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from Ohio University, where he studied from 1992 to 1997. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in engineering and operations within the medical device sector. With over 15 years of experience in the FDA regulated industry, he has developed a strong focus on manufacturing and operations leadership.
Leadership and Culture Influence
In his current role at Outset Medical, Brett Fogg emphasizes the importance of fostering a positive workplace culture. He influences culture change by promoting an environment characterized by honest and open dialogue, trust, and ownership among employees. His leadership style aims to enhance team collaboration and operational efficiency, contributing to the overall success of the organization.