John Ralston
About John Ralston
John Ralston serves as the CEO and Founder of Protxx, Inc., where he has played a key role in developing innovative wearable devices since 2016. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University and has extensive experience in the technology sector, including leadership roles in multiple Silicon Valley start-ups.
Work at PROTXX, Inc.
John Ralston has served as the CEO and Founder of PROTXX, Inc. since 2016. Under his leadership, the company focuses on developing innovative wearable devices that combine diagnostic detection and therapeutic correction capabilities. Ralston's role involves overseeing the strategic direction and operational management of the company, which is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Education and Expertise
John Ralston holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He furthered his education at MIT Sloan School of Management, where he earned a Master of Science in Management of Technology. Additionally, he obtained a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University. Ralston also completed an online program at MIT focusing on tackling the challenges of big data.
Background
Before founding PROTXX, Inc., John Ralston held various positions in the technology sector. He was the Vice President of Marketing at StrataLight Communications for one year and worked as a Fiber-Optic Systems Engineer at Bell Northern Research. Ralston also served as the President and CEO of Droplet Technology, Inc. for nearly eight years, and as Vice President of Sales at Silver Spring Networks. His experience includes roles in sales and marketing, as well as strategic business development.
Achievements
John Ralston has contributed to over 200 publications, as indexed on Google Scholar, showcasing his expertise in the field. He has received the 2016 'Pioneer in Healthcare Technology Innovations Award' for his work in healthcare technology. Ralston has been involved in the development of wearable neuro-prosthetics that incorporate non-invasive neuro-stimulation and machine learning for both diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
Experience with Start-ups
John Ralston has extensive experience with six previous Silicon Valley start-ups, which includes participation in one initial public offering (IPO) and five mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This background has equipped him with a deep understanding of the dynamics of technology innovation and business development in the competitive landscape of Silicon Valley.