Geof Auchinleck

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Independent Director at Human in Motion Robotics Inc.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

Geof Auchinleck is a serial entrepreneur and CEO of Claris Healthcare, focusing on technology for healthy aging. With over 40 years in medical device development, he holds 23 US patents and has a background in Engineering Physics from The University of British Columbia. He previously co-founded Neoteric Technology, a leader in blood transfusion management.

As a fifth-generation British Columbian, Geof is deeply invested in the Vancouver medical device community. He has served for over 30 years on the board of the Medical Device Development Centre, mentoring startups and students. He enjoys giving back, offering advice to aspiring entrepreneurs for the price of a coffee.

He was part of the team that developed "ARTHROBOT, " the worlds first robot designed specifically to assist in surgery.

Personality Overview

Fast-Paced

Vision Oriented

Direct & Candid

They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles.  They care equally about the product and its potential impact. They don’t always try to control the conversation but neither do they like yielding it fully.

Topics They Care About

Aging in Place Tech
As CEO of Claris Healthcare, his focus is developing technology that allows seniors to live safely and independently at home while managing chronic conditions and social isolation.
Medical Device Innovation
He has over 40 years of experience, holds 23 US patents, and has served as chair of the Medical Device Development Centre, a non-profit incubator for medical startups.
Combating Senior Isolation
He frequently highlights how technology can be a channel for seniors to connect with family, caregivers, and resources, addressing loneliness which he equates to a health epidemic.

Media Appearances

Geof has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2020 - 5-2023
Independent Director at Human in Motion Robotics Inc.
4-2019 - 12-2023
Director at CuePath Innovation
8-2014 - 1-2019
Director at Aquila Diagnostic Systems Inc.
3-2014 - 6-2018
Director at Navigate Surgical Technologies
9-2012
Vice Chair at Medical Device Development Centre

Education

1976 - 1981
BASc from The University of British Columbia

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Exp : 41 Location : Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Job Level : Leadership Designation : Independent Director at Human in Motion Robotics Inc.
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Insights For Selling To Geof

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Make sure that you you respond to any queries from them quickly
  • Be crisp while making the pitch
  • Stress on the business value that your product offers

DONT's

  • Avoid long winding pitches, stay objective
  • Don’t expect them to change their mind quickly if they say no once
  • Refrain from asking too many questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Geof is

  • Confidence in the product plays an important role, followed by powerful testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Geof

  • They might hesitate a little, but they will say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Geof move?

  • Their decision making speed is somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Geof take some risk or not?

  • Once they have analyzed the pros and cons, they can take some risks.

You And Geof

Personality Compatibility


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