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Our Story

We know your pain points, literally.

Simbex was formed in early 2000 by longtime CEO and current Simbex Advisor Rick Greenwald, PhD, and legendary serial entrepreneur Robert C. Dean, ScD.

Ten years before Simbex was founded, while pursuing a doctorate in bioengineering at the University of Utah, our founder spent a morning in Park City watching the U.S. Freestyle aerial skiers practice. He counted more than a half-dozen jumps where the skiers hit their heads on the ground with a thud. He wondered: How was this affecting the skiers? How could the impact be measured and data collected from the hit? Could that data be used to help doctors and therapists address head injuries?  The technology that evolved to address these questions – the Head Impact Telemetry (HIT) System – formed the basis for a startup company and has been used in countless ways subsequently to improve the safety of many sports that we all love.

What started as a platform to commercialize our own products, Simbex has evolved into a commercialization engine where we create our own products, assist others in the development of their products and guide other innovators through the product commercialization process. With one common theme – helping people get healthy and stay healthy.

Today, Simbex brings together a diverse team with cutting edge knowledge of product development, science, data and analytics for tackling complex ideas and creating commercially successful products.

Our Team

Amaris Ajamil
Loves traveling. Running with my dog. Learning new things. Chocolate Aficionado. Eternal optimist. Forever a WhoDat.
Product verification & validation
 
Regulatory (FDA, FCC, IEC, UL)
 
Basic research
 
Translational research
 
Geoff Clark
Enjoys Tinkering with Vintage SAABs and Spinning his Wife Around the Dance Floor. Automotive Aviator. Dancer. In the Woods.
Product verification & validation
 
Design (consumer and medical)
 
3D modeling and simulation
 
Injection molding
 
Dave Eypper
In the Pines, On Skis or a Bike, With the Dogs. Fond of Electromagnetism.
Ultra low power/embedded design
 
Power systems design
 
IEC 60601-1 Compliance Medical Systems
 
Wireless
 
High speed analog, digital, DAQ
 
Product verification & validation
 
Greg Lange
Nordic Skier, Cyclist, Runner, Outdoor Enthusiast, Inspired by his Children, Aspiring Food Entrepreneur, Dark Chocolate-aholic.
Executive Management
 
Sales and Marketing
 
Quality system implementation
 
Commercialization
 
Regulatory (FDA, FCC, IEC, UL)
 
Dan Leonard
Loves to mow, plow and cut. Tries to keep his wife from expanding the mini farm.
Experimental test design
 
Head impact research
 
Product verification and validation
 
Quality system implementation
 
Jeff Meyer-Lorentson
Loves music, riding bikes, making things, and playing in the woods. Mountain Biker. DIY’er. One-man rhythm section.
3D modeling
 
Prototyping (rapid and otherwise)
 
Manufacturing process development, implementation, and documentation
 
Machine and fixture design
 
SQL Anywhere database maintenance
 
Karen Page
Likes pina coladas and getting caught in the rain. XC skier. Weekend warrior. Ice cream connoisseur. Wannabe dancer.
Program Administration
 
Intellectual Property support
 
Scientific writing
 
Marketing and outreach
 
Corey Paye
Likes Chickens, Spicy Food, Tent Living. Gardener. Reader. Hiker.
Embedded firmware
 
Desktop App
 
Mobile App
 
Database development
 
Simbex customer service support
 
Jesse Kuhn
Design engineer by day with passion for manufacturing. Maker of wood and metal stuff by night after dad stuff. Saisons.
3D modeling and simulation
 
Enclosure design and packaging
 
Materials and component selection
 
Design for various metal and plastic manufacturing processes
 
Angela Presley
Has been known to lose an entire weekend to a good book. Critical thinking. Craft projects of all kinds. Stand-up paddle boarding.
Data Analytics
 
Head Impact, Gait, Balance, Human Performance, Rehabilitation
 
Healthcare and Medical Device Reimbursement
 
Education and Assistance Programs
 
Jay Avis
Enjoys long races, escape rooms, and playing music. Loves hooded sweatshirts. A fan of break-dancing and wiener dogs.
Design (consumer and medical)
 
3D modeling and simulation
 
Rapid prototyping
 
Materials and component selection
 
George Pfeiffer
Enjoys family, Canoeing (formerly competitively), Golfing (badly), Friends
Algorithm Development
 
Embedded firmware (ARM, MSP430, 8051, DSP, Microchip, RTOS)
 
Desktop App (C/C++, Java, python, QT, PC/Mac)
 
Josh Lamoureux
Loves campfires, swimming holes, and disc golf. Father. Husband. Amateur woodworker.
Human Resources
 
Organizational Development
 
Strategy
 
Administration
 
Rafael Gutierrez
Craft beer, BBQ, and Pizza Lover. Enjoys reading a good datasheet. Gamer. Homebrewer. Foodie. all-around handyman.
Product Development Leader
 
Creative Solutions Developer
 
Customer Management
 
Embedded Systems Developer
 
Matt Llarena
Explorer. Trailblazer. Animal lover. Math nerd. Puzzle defeater Loves Fishing, Going to the Beach, or Exploring New Areas  
Firmware Development
 
Specification Design & Analysis
 
Test Program Development & Execution
 
Test Data Analyzation
 
Product Conceptualization and Design
 
Kim McKinney
Loves Vacations, Mike’s Pastry, Hockey, Ocean Waves, Rescue Dogs, Fans, Fishing with my sons and Learning how to play Golf.
Business Administration
 
Inventory Tracking
 
Office Management
 
External Inquiries Contact
 
Sean Philippi
Loves film, live music, art, psychology, and philosophy. Spends a lot of time thinking about health span, leveling up, definitions and framing, and the power of belief.
Web + Software Development
 
User Experience
 
API Development
 
Andrew Provo
Loves: Family, Dogs, Skiing, Homesteading, the Mountains
Technical Program Management
 
Mechanical Design
 
Testing and Validation
 
John Wilson
Enjoys Travel, Colonial Williamsburg, Scottish Heritage, Walking, and Exploring. Married my high school sweetheart.
Software and System Development and Testing
 
Open-Source Data Collection and Distribution Software Development
 
Data Acquisition and Hardware/Software Interface
 
Francisco Zamudio Saenz
I enjoy adventures, love music, investments, and business. The challenge is my passion. Analog designer, Product developer, High speed, High power, PCB designer.    
Analog Design
 
Audio Amplifiers
 
Industrial Interfaces
 
Layout Design
 
Kim Luke
I love spending time outdoors with my family skiing, hiking, cycling, kayaking and fishing.  
Digital Signal Processing
 
Algorithm Development
 
Software Development
 
Product Development
 
Aroob Adbelhamid
Loves to read (The Book Thief and The Picture of Dorian Gray are my favorites!), sew, hike, listen to podcasts, and family time!
Data Analysis
 
Machine Learning
 
Data Engineering
 
Programming
 
Richard Adams
I enjoy playing classical and fiddle music with my children. We swim and bike in the summer, and ski and snowboard in the winter.
Cloud Computing
 
Agile Software Development
 
DevOps
 
Team Building
 
Elijah Hickey
Enjoys hiking, campfires and movies with friends. Likes to explore new technologies.
Software Engineering
 
DevSecOps
 
Database Development
 
Corey Brabant
Enjoys camping with his family in the summer and hibernating in the winter. Hobbies include gardening, fixing cars, building just about anything, cooking and learning the latest technologies.
Full Stack Development
 
DevOps
 
Product Development
 
Mohammad Homayounpour
I enjoy playing volleyball and soccer, hiking, and spending time with friends and family!
Biomechanics
 
Wearable Sensors
 
Algorithm Development
 
Stella Mo
Food enthusiast. Enjoys exploring the city, being active, and watching true crime documentaries.
Research Analytics
 
Commercialization Services
 
Sean Yu
An avid reader and traveler who enjoys a range of outdoor activities, including running, hiking, and playing sports with his family. A proud Midwesterner, he currently resides in a suburb Read More
Wearables
 
Biomechanics
 
Digital Health
 
Data Analytics
 
Product Development
 
Algorithms
 
Chad Pasho
Enjoys experimenting with the alchemy of maple syrup and ice cream, studying early history, floating on water with a paddle in hand, asking “why” and “why not?”, and dad-hood.
Understanding Client Needs
 
Commercialization
 
Licensing
 

Leadership Team

Amaris Ajamil, PhD, RAC | Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs
Amaris Ajamil, PhD, RAC | Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs
Amaris Ajamil, PhD, RAC | Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs
Amaris leads the Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs team at Simbex, providing regulatory compliance and quality product development oversight including regulatory strategy, usability, risk analysis, verification & validation activities, auditing, and continuous process improvements.
Angela Presley, PhD | Director, Commercialization Services
Angela Presley, PhD | Director, Commercialization Services
Angela Presley, PhD | Senior Consultant, Commercialization Services
Angela leads the Commercialization Services team at Simbex, providing guidance and strategic consulting to MedTech innovators who are in the process of bringing their product to market. She specializes in assessing the product viability from the perspective of care pathway, clinical workflow, and reimbursement considerations.
Greg Lange, MS | President & CEO
Greg Lange, MS | President & CEO
Greg Lange, MS | President & CEO
Greg is an experienced business leader with expertise in business strategy, medical software, imaging, clinical registries, medical device regulations, and product commercialization. He believes that it is a privilege to help companies navigate the path from idea to commercialization and takes that responsibility seriously. He is equally passionate about creating great teams and companies.
Josh Lamoureux | Director of People & Culture and Chief of Staff
Josh Lamoureux | Director of People & Culture and Chief of Staff
Josh Lamoureux | Director of People & Culture and Chief of Staff
Josh Lamoureux leads people and culture initiatives at Simbex and Salona, and is passionate about helping people and organizations realize potential, become motivated, and achieve success.
Chad Pasho | Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Chad Pasho | Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Chad Pasho | Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Chad is a sales and marketing leader with decades of experience building technologies, brands, and businesses. He is skilled at identifying and executing on market opportunities for a variety of technologies and industries.
Pradeep Bokinala | VP, Engineering Services
Pradeep Bokinala | VP, Engineering Services
Pradeep Bokinala | VP, Engineering Services
Pradeep is a results-oriented leader with strong technology and management background. He has broad engineering and management experience spans medical device development, software development for sensor-based wearables for health diagnostics and coaching, and Software as a Service products.
Sean Yu, PhD, MBA | Chief Architect
Sean Yu, PhD, MBA | Chief Architect
Sean Yu, PhD, MBA | Chief Architect
Prior to joining Simbex, Sean has served as Project Director on NIH-funded research programs and recently as a Senior Product Architect and BioTech Lead at Garmin International for almost a decade. He is a seasoned product developer and technologist with over twenty years of R&D experience in industry and academia combined.

Advisors

Gene Zylkuski | Simbex Advisor
Gene Zylkuski | Simbex Advisor
Gene Zylkuski | Simbex Advisor
Gene Zylkuski is a hands on technical executive with significant experience in product management, technology selection and architecture, product development (including setting up and managing offshore development), pre-sales support and services management.
Richard Greenwald, PhD | Simbex Founder & Advisor
Richard Greenwald, PhD | Simbex Founder & Advisor
Richard Greenwald, PhD | Simbex Founder & Advisor
Rick is an entrepreneur and biomedical engineer with over 25 years of experience in building companies, developing novel technologies, and motivating the process of technology commercialization in the medical device industry. His expertise includes technology and intellectual property development, evaluation and licensing, strategic financing, and business development.
Jeff Chu, MS | Simbex Advisor
Jeff Chu, MS | Simbex Advisor
Jeff Chu, MS | Simbex Advisor
Jeff is a seasoned medical device developer and technologist who was directly responsible for the creation and development of nascent technologies from ideation through transfer to manufacturing at Simbex for over 20 years.
Xan Abess, MD | Simbex Advisor
Xan Abess, MD | Simbex Advisor
Xan Abess, MD | Simbex Advisor
Xan Abess is a practicing anesthesiologist (Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center) and Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine at Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth. Xan serves as a clinical advisor for Simbex because of his wide range of clinical experience (private practice, academic medicine, and military medicine) as well as having previously started his own medical device company.

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