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Bill Gaussa

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CEO/Founder at NorthCoast Innovation Advisors
📍 Greater Cleveland, United States

Bill Gaussa is the CEO and Founder of NorthCoast Innovation Advisors, where he mentors startups on market, tech, and investor readiness. An alumnus of Carnegie Mellon and the University of Pittsburgh, he has an extensive background in product innovation from his time as a Head of Innovation at Philips. Colleagues describe him as a passionate innovator, an entrepreneurial leader, and a strong coach.

He is passionate about helping entrepreneurs bring their vision to life, particularly within the MedTech space. Based on his long-standing connection to Pittsburgh through his education and community involvement, he likely follows local sports. He also maintains an interest in emerging technologies through publications like WIRED.

Unique fact: Bill was named the 2023 J. Robert Beyster Fellow of the Year by the University of Pittsburgh for his dedication to mentoring student entrepreneurs.

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Experience
38 Years
Current Role
CEO/Founder
Location
Greater Cleveland, United States
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Startup Mentorship
Serves as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at the University of Pittsburgh, where he was awarded for his dedication to helping student entrepreneurs.
MedTech Innovation
Has a long history at Philips developing award-winning healthcare products and now advises entrepreneurs in the Healthcare, SaaS, and AI markets.
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Career

Work history

3-2013
CEO/Founder
NorthCoast Innovation Advisors
6-2022 - 11-2023
Head Of Architecture and Technology
Philips
1-2013 - 6-2022
Head of Innovation and Product Management
Philips
10-2010 - 1-2013
Senior Director Strategic Marketing
Philips
2006 - 2010
Director of Product Management and Portfolio
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Education
1989 - 1992
MBA
Carnegie Mellon University
1980 - 1985
Bachelor’s Degree
University of Pittsburgh
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