Olivier Ménage - Co-founder and CEO

Q: Where is Olivier based?

Olivier is based in Lasne, Belgium .

Q: What languages does Olivier speak?

Olivier speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), French (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Olivier have?

Olivier has at least 32 years of experience. During this time, Olivier has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 10 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months . Note that Olivier may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Olivier's latest experience?

Olivier's most recent position is Co-founder and CEO at Peyeoneer Medtech .

Q: What companies has Olivier worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Olivier has worked for Peyeoneer Medtech , Wallaby Phenox , and MONA.health .

Q: Which industries is Olivier most experienced in?

Olivier is most experienced in industries like Healthcare , Biotechnology , and Pharmaceutical .

Q: Which business areas is Olivier most experienced in?

Olivier is most experienced in business areas like Marketing , Strategy , and Finance . Olivier also has some experience in Product Development , Investments and M&A , and Research and Development .

Q: Which industries has Olivier worked in recently?

Olivier has recently worked in industries like Healthcare and Biotechnology .

Q: Which business areas has Olivier worked in recently?

Olivier has recently worked in business areas like Marketing , Product Development , and Investments and M&A .

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Lasne, Belgium

Experience

Jan 2023 - Present

3 years 3 months

Co-founder and CEO

Peyeoneer Medtech

Co-founded and steered a healthcare startup in collaboration with Maastricht University, focusing on innovative glaucoma treatment implants
Conducted market research to understand competitive landscapes and consumer needs, developed strategies for product positioning and US market entry
Led development of market access and regulatory strategies and preparations for initial clinical trials in the United States
Negotiated with tech transfer offices to protect intellectual property and ensure commercial viability

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023

1 year

VP Marketing International

Wallaby Phenox

Championed international marketing strategies, leading to product launches across 60 countries
Conducted comprehensive market research and integrated Phenox and Wallaby into the Medtech Europe Neurovascular Tracker
Led a rebranding initiative for WallabyPhenox, receiving unanimous board approval
Collaborated with Clinical Affairs and Market Access teams to refine clinical claims and develop reimbursement strategies

Jan 2020 - Present

6 years 3 months

Co-founder and CEO

MONA.health

Established an AI-driven healthcare startup for large-scale eye disease screening in partnership with VITO and KU Leuven
Directed development of AI solutions targeting diabetic retinopathy and secured CE mark approval
Raised €1.5M in seed funding and €250K in non-dilutive financing
Assembled and led a team, developed market penetration and customer engagement strategies across Europe
Forged strategic partnerships, including collaboration with Fujitsu in the UK

Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

3 years

Marketing Director EMEA

Abbott

Led a team of 18, overseeing product marketing, communications, and training initiatives
Orchestrated repositioning and launch of Xience Sierra, achieving 136% above expectations and increasing market share from 28% to 31% in six months
Formulated therapy development strategies, resulting in a 30% annual revenue surge and exceeding plan by $12M
Modernized communication mix with video and targeted digital content

Jan 2015 - Dec 2017

3 years

Marketing Director Minimally Invasive Surgery Expansion EMEA

Medtronic

Drove adoption of minimally invasive surgery techniques in EMEA, achieving a 20% increase in adoption rates over five years
Developed innovative solutions and new educational programs
Pioneered strategies to transition from a device-centric approach to a holistic solutions provider
Developed business models to establish centers of excellence for minimally invasive surgery

Jan 2011 - Dec 2015

5 years

Director Procedural Marketing Bariatric Surgery EMEA

Covidien

Transformed a traditional transactional go-to-market model into a solution selling model
Developed and implemented a new business model based on consulting services to obesity centers, driving $12M in incremental annual growth
Managed a team of 17 obesity specialists in Europe
Won the 2014 Covidien Innovation Award for business model
Designed and implemented an e-health platform with a connected device to improve patient journey pre- and post-surgery
Developed partnerships with patient organizations across Europe
Re-launched European Obesity Day through a pan-European PR campaign with key opinion leaders and patients

Jan 2009 - Dec 2011

3 years

Marketing Director Energy Based Device EMEA

Covidien

Developed the thoracic surgery market in Europe and launched LigaSure for lobectomy
Pursued the regulatory process to obtain CE mark for thoracic indication
Conducted the Ligasure 2 clinical study: a controlled, randomized, multi-center Phase 3 study in France comparing LigaSure to stapling in lobectomy

Jan 2007 - Dec 2008

2 years

Head of Healthcare Policies and Payments Europe

Accuray

Managed the establishment of DRGs in France, Switzerland, Germany and Italy
Developed and implemented strategies to accelerate reimbursement for CyberKnife procedures through partnerships with clinicians and national healthcare payers

Jan 2002 - Dec 2007

6 years

Senior Customer Programs Manager Cardiology International

Boston Scientific

Designed and implemented the first interventional cardiology registry with clinical monitoring for the launch of the TAXUS stent (Milestone I and II: 6,192 patients, 164 sites, 31 countries)
Led the strategic development of international advisory boards
Partnered with the European Society of Cardiology to include the TAXUS stent in new guidelines

Jan 2000 - Dec 2002

3 years

Pricing Manager Cardiology and Endosurgery Europe

Boston Scientific

Led the pricing strategy for the European launch of the TAXUS drug eluting stent, achieving 60% market share six months after launch

Jan 1997 - Dec 1999

3 years

France

Financial Controller France

Lifescan

Led financial planning and analysis and managed customer service
Initiated and led a major re-engineering of the pricing structure to comply with French regulatory requirements following an antitrust investigation

Jan 1994 - Dec 1996

3 years

Financial and Operations Analyst

Johnson & Johnson Consumer

Managed distributors across 25 countries, ensuring seamless operations and optimal distribution strategies
Spearheaded logistics coordination among 20 plants worldwide, conducted sourcing analyses and recommended Athens as the global distribution center
Led a European task force of 10 members to consolidate lip care stick production from five sites to one, saving $1.2 million annually
Designed and implemented a risk policy for credit management, reducing overdue payments by 20% (€5 million)

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Healthcare, Biotechnology, and Pharmaceutical.

Healthcare

Biotechnology

Pharmaceutical

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Marketing, Strategy, Finance, Product Development, Investments and M&A, and Research and Development.

Marketing

Strategy

Finance

Product Development

Investments and M&A

Research and Development

Summary

Seasoned Healthcare Executive with over 25 years of global leadership in healthcare management and innovation, aiming to lead the Medical Business Unit at Materialise. Bringing a strong background in strategic planning, commercialization of medical devices, and team development to drive long-term strategic goals and market growth.

Skills

Strategic Leadership In Healthcare
Commercialization Of Medical Devices In Us And Eu
Cross-functional Team Management And Coaching
Financial Planning And Budget Management
Market Analysis And Growth Opportunity Identification
Product And Service Evolution Knowledge
Strong Interpersonal And Stakeholder Relationship Skills
Proactive And Entrepreneurial Mindset

Languages

English

Advanced

French

Advanced

Education

Oct 1987 - Jun 1994

University of Angers

Doctor of Pharmacy, Drug eluting stents andthorombosis · Pharmacy · Angers, France

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 12

Experience in Healthcare 32 y

Avg length 3 y 5 m

Longest experience 6 y 2 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (France)

Primary country France

Expertise

Recent roles Co-founder and CEO, VP Marketing International, Marketing Director EMEA

Main industries Healthcare, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical

Main business areas Marketing, Strategy, Finance

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate

Profile

Created

December 2023

Last Update

December 2024

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Where is Olivier based?

Olivier is based in Lasne, Belgium.

What languages does Olivier speak?

Olivier speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), French (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Olivier have?

Olivier has at least 32 years of experience. During this time, Olivier has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months. Note that Olivier may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Olivier be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Olivier would be well-suited for roles such as: Co-founder and CEO, VP Marketing International, Marketing Director EMEA.

What is Olivier's latest experience?

Olivier's most recent position is Co-founder and CEO at Peyeoneer Medtech.

What companies has Olivier worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Olivier has worked for Peyeoneer Medtech, Wallaby Phenox, and MONA.health.

Which industries is Olivier most experienced in?

Olivier is most experienced in industries like Healthcare, Biotechnology, and Pharmaceutical.

Which business areas is Olivier most experienced in?

Olivier is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Strategy, and Finance. Olivier also has some experience in Product Development, Investments and M&A, and Research and Development.

Which industries has Olivier worked in recently?

Olivier has recently worked in industries like Healthcare and Biotechnology.

Which business areas has Olivier worked in recently?

Olivier has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Product Development, and Investments and M&A.

What is Olivier's education?

Olivier holds a Doctorate in Pharmacy from University of Angers.

What is the availability of Olivier?

Olivier is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Olivier?

Olivier's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.