Mr. Palmer is dedicated to supporting early-stage companies with innovative ideas that have the potential to positively impact the healthcare industry and improve patients' lives.
BOISE, ID, September 09, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- James M. Palmer has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Palmer has served in a variety of leadership roles over his 25-year career and is currently a Strategic Advisor at FastWave Medical Inc. In this role, he works closely with the senior leadership team and facilitates the introduction of key opinion leaders to the company, while also offering advice in preparation of future commercial activity. Mr. Palmer connects with top cardiologists nationally and internationally, providing a platform for them to learn about the technology at various conferences. His efforts in fostering these crucial connections and relationships have significantly supported the company's objectives.
Mr. Palmer was the West Area Vice President of Sales at Cordis before joining FastWave. He had a profound impact at Shockwave Medical Inc. as the founding Region Sales Director, where he hired the majority of the initial sales team that drove the company from an unknown disruptive technology start-up to one of the most successful stories in medical device history.
Mr. Palmer's extensive career in this sector also included regional positions at FoxHollow, ev3 and Medtronic, honing his expertise in cardiology, interventional radiology and vascular surgery, operating room procedures and sales operations.
Mr. Palmer's academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Arts in communication from Humboldt State University (now California State Polytechnic University Humboldt) in 1995.
Besides his work-related ventures, Mr. Palmer is deeply committed to civic engagement and philanthropy. He has been actively involved in fundraising for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for many years. Mr. Palmer also consistently supports the Tunnels to Towers Foundation through monthly donations and has expanded his contributions to include Shriners Hospitals for Children, Hillsdale College, and several other charitable organizations.
Throughout his career, Mr. Palmer has received numerous accolades, including multiple President's Club Awards and All-Star Awards. Mr. Palmer is dedicated to supporting early-stage companies with innovative ideas that have the potential to positively impact the healthcare industry and improve patients' lives. By offering financial investment and sharing his expertise, he aims to help these companies make informed decisions and navigate challenges successfully. Mr. Palmer's commitment to positively impacting communities and individuals needing medical assistance underscores his belief that while financial success is essential, helping those in precarious medical situations is far more rewarding.
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