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David Schwartz

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Global Director, Core IOLs (Monofocal & Toric Intraocular Lenses) at Alcon
📍 Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, United States

David is a global strategic marketing executive at Alcon, specializing in driving innovation and growth for billion-dollar brands in the medical device sector. A graduate of Purdue and UCLA, his experience spans J&J, P&G, and Novartis. Colleagues describe him as a driver, innovator, and a leader with great execution skills.

Beyond his professional role, David is actively involved in community service, volunteering his time with Habitat for Humanity to build homes. He also has a thoughtful interest in the power of language and how it shapes beliefs and actions, reflecting a deeper perspective on communication.

Unique fact: David is the listed inventor on a design patent for an Analyte Test Meter, showcasing his hands-on involvement in product innovation.

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Experience
37 Years
Current Role
Global Director, Core IOLs (Monofocal & Toric Intraocular Lenses)
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, United States
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Medical Device Innovation
He leads upstream portfolio strategies for Alcon's surgical franchise and has a track record of launching breakthrough products that generate over $1B in sales.
Global Brand Building
Manages a +$1B portfolio of intraocular lens brands at Alcon, with extensive experience developing growth strategies for major global markets at J&J and P&G.
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Career

Work history

2023
Global Director, Core IOLs (Monofocal & Toric Intraocular Lenses)
Alcon
2019 - 2023
Global Director, White Space & Strategic Innovation, Intraocular Lenses, Surgical Franchise
Alcon
2018 - 2019
Regional Marketing Director, Americas - OneTouch
LifeScan
2018 - 2018
Regional Marketing Director, Americas - OneTouch / Lifescan
Johnson & Johnson
2016 - 2018
Head of Portfolio / Director Strategic Innovation, OneTouch, Animas, & Nova – Global Franchise
Johnson & Johnson
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Education
BSIM
Purdue University
MBA
UCLA Anderson School of Management
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