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Geoffrey Purtill

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President and CEO at Invacare Corporation
📍 Aesch, Basel-Country, Switzerland

Geoffrey is the President and CEO of Invacare, a global medical products leader. With over 20 years of experience, including roles at Johnson & Johnson and Nestlé, he has a proven record of driving strategic growth across international markets. People who have worked with him often describe him as inspiring, customer-oriented, and insightful.

Outside of his corporate roles, Geoffrey is an active cyclist, participating in long-distance rides for charity. He is also passionate about outdoor activities, particularly fishing. He is a strong advocate for improving mobility for individuals with disabilities, actively supporting initiatives that provide wheelchairs to those in need.

Unique fact: Before his corporate career, Geoffrey spent 14 years in the Australian Army, serving as a Captain in the Intelligence Corps.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
President and CEO
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Aesch, Basel-Country, Switzerland
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Business Transformation
He is currently leading Invacare through a significant transformation, streamlining operations and refocusing resources on core product lines like mobility and seating.
Mobility Advocacy
Actively promotes and participates in initiatives like #MoveforMobility to support organizations such as the Free Wheelchair Mission.
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Career

Work history

8-2022
President and CEO
Invacare Corporation
12-2021
Senior Vice President & General Manager EMEA & APAC
Invacare Europe
9-2021 - 12-2021
Vice President Global Strategy & General Manager Asia Pacific
Invacare Corporation
8-2010 - 9-2021
Managing Director Australia & New Zealand
Invacare Corporation
10-2017 - 9-2021
Vice President & General Manager Asia Pacific
Invacare
In the press

Media appearances

Invacare Appoints Geoff Purtill President and Chief Executive Officer. Featured in Business Wire
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CEO Geoff Purtill on Invacare's future. Featured in HME News
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Education
2010 - 2010
Company Directors Course
Australian Institute of Company Directors
2007 - 2007
Executive Education
INSEAD
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