Ezhil Ilanko

About Ezhil Ilanko

I’m driven by a simple belief: great products don’t just solve problems — they shape industries.With 23+ years in healthcare technology, I’ve built and launched products that have transformed workflows in Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopedics, and Surgical Navigation Systems across global markets. I thrive on turning bold ideas into reality — from identifying white spaces to scaling solutions that create real-world impact.I combine deep technical knowledge with strategic market insight to craft product visions that inspire teams and resonate with customers. Whether it’s bringing a new product from concept to commercial launch, or accelerating adoption in competitive markets, I lead with clarity, purpose, and energy.My strength lies in building high-performing, customer-obsessed teams, forging strong stakeholder alignment, and driving speed to market without compromising on quality or compliance.What I bring to the table:• End-to-End Product Leadership — Concept → Market Success• Customer Co-Creation & Voice of Customer Programs• Vision Setting & Strategic Roadmapping• Market Insight & Business Case Development• Regulatory-Ready Innovation (DICOM, IHE, HIPAA, FDA)• Agile Execution & Global Launch ReadinessTop 10 Clifton Strengths:Activator | Positivity | Woo | Communication | Focus | Futuristic | Maximizer | Ideation | Arranger | SignificancePatents• “A novel method of Wavelet-based Watermarking and its application in Medical domain” on Feb. 2007.• “Frame Image-Based Constrained Frame Selection for an Automatic Video Surveillance Technique” on Mar 2007.

Experience

1. Director of Product Management

   Stryker

   Feb 2023 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Building a product culture: Foster a product culture within the organization, emphasizing the importance of product innovation, customer-centricity, and continuous improvement.* Setting product vision and strategy: Define the product vision and strategy by conducting market research, analyzing customer needs, and aligning with the company\'s goals.* Managing the product roadmap: Prioritize and plan the product roadmap by working closely with cross-functional teams such as engineering, design, and marketing.* Leading the product team: Lead a team of product managers and provide guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure the team is aligned with the product vision and strategy.* Conducting market research: Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and to keep up with market trends and the competitive landscape.* Defining product requirements: Work with cross-functional teams to define product requirements, prioritize features, and ensure that products meet customer needs.* Launching new products: Oversee the launch of new products and features, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.* Analyzing product performance: Analyze product performance through data analysis, user feedback, and other metrics to optimize and improve product features and performance.* Collaborating with stakeholders: Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization, including sales, marketing, engineering, and executive leadership to ensure alignment and achieve company goals.* Managing product budgets: Manage product budgets, allocate resources, and ensure that product development remains within budget constraints.

Education

• Manonmaniam Sundaranar University

  B.E, Electronics & Communication Engg.

  1996 — 2000

• Stanford University Graduate School of Business

  Innovative Product Leadership: The Emerging Chief Product Officer

  2021

• Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode

  Executive Strategic Management

  2014 — 2015

• Dr.M.G.R Educational and Research Institute

  M.Tech, Computer Science

  2005 — 2007

• Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

  EPBM, Executive Program in Business management

  2011 — 2012

Skills

• Enterprise Software
• C#
• .net
• Software Design
• Agile Methodologies
• Medical Devices
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Solution Architecture
• Requirements Management
• Requirements Analysis
• Business Intelligence
• Leadership
• Product Planning
• Software Development
• Scrum
• Product Marketing
• Program Management
• Leading People
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Design Patterns
• Team Management
• Software Engineering
• Agile Project Management
• Product Management
• Idea Generation
• Product Development
• Six Sigma
• Product Launch
• Image Processing
• Competitive Analysis