Device Direction


Russ Johnson, Device Direction President, is an accomplished professional with more than 25 years in the medical device field. With broad product experience in both multinational and start-up companies, Russ brings his extensive knowledge and versatility to every project. Russ is able to leverage his long-standing relationships across the medical device industry to recruit and involve key clinical leaders in the process. Download Resume Device Direction "Russ was a tremendously versatile resource when we needed him. He came in, rolled up his sleeves, and collaborated with the entire sales and marketing team in tackling a variety of important tasks we needed accomplished yesterday." –VP Marketing			Career Overview: Rubicor Medical 2002-06 VP Sales & Marketing Pre-FDA clearance through initial commercialization Rita Medical 1998-01 VP Sales & Marketing Initial commercialization through IPO The Pathfinder Group 1997-98 Marketing consultant for Massachusetts-based medical device companies Boston Scientific 1993-96 Director International Marketing – Meditech, Mansfield, Microvasive Johnson & Johnson 1982-93 Ethicon Sales & Product Management Marketing Director Surgical Division – Portugal General Manager J&J NZ Director International Marketing Ethicon Endo-Surgery Education: University of Michigan Ross School of Business MBA, 1976-78 Brown University AB, 1971-75 Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese