Ron Polzin

Strategic Growth Leader | Driving Innovation in MedTech, AI Enabled Platforms & Digital Technologies

Role
Director - Strategic Planning Global Technology & Innovation at Medtronic
Location
Minneapolis, MN, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers

About Ron Polzin

I\'m a marketing and strategy leader with a passion for transforming complex technologies into impactful, customer-centered solutions. With 15+ years of experience spanning MedTech, Biotechnology, and SaaS, I’ve led diverse teams and global portfolios across Fortune 500 companies like Medtronic and Cargill. My focus is on driving growth through data-informed strategy, digital innovation, and purpose-driven storytelling.What sets me apart is my ability to operate at the intersection of science, strategy, and execution—leveraging my Ph.D. in Biochemistry and MBA to shape go-to-market plans that align with business objectives while meeting real human needs.I\'m energized by mission-driven work, bold goals, and collaborative teams that challenge the status quo. Whether leading digital transformation initiatives or bringing new innovations to life, I’m driven by impact, outcomes, and continuous learning.

Experience

  1. Director - Strategic Planning Global Technology & Innovation

    Medtronic

    Aug 2025 — Present · Minneapolis, MN, US

Education

  • University of Minnesota

    Ph.D., Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Biophysics

    2001 — 2006

  • University of Massachusetts Amherst

    Master of Business Administration (MBA)

    2013 — 2016

Skills

  • Microbiology
  • Business Strategy
  • Product Development
  • Technology Transfer
  • Gmp
  • Fermentation
  • Purification
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Mammalian Cell Culture
  • Biotechnology
  • Protein Purification
  • Biochemistry
  • Hplc
  • R&D
  • Management
  • Project Management
  • Enzymes
  • Protein Chemistry
  • Chromatography
  • Global Business Development
  • Market Research
  • Fermentation Technology
  • Product Launch

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