John Tompkins
About John Tompkins
Title: Head of Product Commercialization
John Tompkins currently holds the position of Head of Product Commercialization. In this role, he deals with the processes and strategies required to bring new products to market. His work focuses on transforming innovative ideas into commercially viable products. As someone responsible for product commercialization, John is pivotal in ensuring that products not only meet technical and market requirements but also align with business objectives and customer needs.
Former Executive Vice President of Engineering and Operations at Alveo Technologies
John Tompkins has a history of high-level executive roles, including his tenure as Executive Vice President of Engineering and Operations at Alveo Technologies. At Alveo Technologies, he spearheaded engineering projects and managed operational processes. His leadership was instrumental in integrating engineering solutions within operational frameworks to ensure high efficiency and reliability in service delivery.
Advisor to Azolla
John Tompkins leverages his extensive experience in engineering and product management in his advisory role at Azolla. Azolla is a synthetic biology start-up focused on clean technology solutions. As an advisor, John provides strategic guidance and insights to aid the company in achieving its mission of developing sustainable and environmentally friendly technologies. His advice is crucial for Azolla's efforts in pioneering innovative clean tech solutions.
Former Head of Program Management at Siemens Healthineers
John Tompkins has served as the Head of Program Management, PMO, and New Product Introduction at Siemens Healthineers. In this capacity, he was responsible for managing program initiatives, overseeing the project management office, and leading the introduction of new products. His work helped streamline processes and ensured that new health technologies were efficiently developed and brought to market.
Background in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design, and Strategy
John Tompkins has a solid foundation in mechanical engineering, engineering design, and strategic planning. His expertise in mechanical engineering allows him to understand the technical aspects of product development deeply. Concurrently, his proficiency in engineering design and strategy equips him with the necessary skills to create and implement effective business strategies that align with technical projects, ensuring their success and market relevance.