Martin Williams

About Me

I'm a healthtech developer with extensive experience building diagnostics and therapeutics for companies of all sizes, from industry giants to early-stage startups. My passion lies in developing innovative tools that meaningfully improve quality of life, particularly in the medical space.

My career journey began as a medical device engineer, then evolved through M&A, strategy, and product management roles. Most recently, I helped build Cognito Therapeutics from the ground up, where we developed a novel therapeutic platform for Alzheimer's disease and guided it through clinical trials.

Currently, I'm working with early-stage life science companies as an advisor while building a new venture focused on solving problems for gout sufferers, including myself.

Martin Williams

Professional Background

Professional Experience

I've built my career across the healthtech landscape, including roles at Flarebreak (CEO & Founder, 2023-Present), Cognito Therapeutics (VP, Business Development, 2016-2022), Stryker Neurovascular (Global Product Manager, 2014-2016), Bard Medical (Senior Associate, Strategy and BD, 2013-2014), and Medtronic (Manufacturing Engineer, 2008-2011).

Education

I hold an MBA from Emory University (2013), where I was a Goetz Scholar for Entrepreneurship and Beta Gamma Sigma Honors recipient. My technical foundation comes from Boston University, where I earned a B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering (2007) and won "Most Outstanding Senior Project" recognition.

Skills & Expertise

Technical Skills

  • Medical Device Development
  • Clinical Trial Strategy & Design
  • Regulatory Strategy (FDA)
  • Business Development & Partnerships
  • Venture Creation & Fundraising

Industry Focus

  • Neurotechnology & Neurostimulation
  • Digital Health & Diagnostics
  • Medical Devices & Therapeutics
  • Inflammatory Disease Treatments
  • Healthtech Entrepreneurship

Personal Interests

Beyond my professional endeavors, I enjoy challenging myself to learn new things and build interesting projects. I'm passionate about physical activity and movement, which helps me maintain balance and perspective. As someone who personally experiences gout, I've developed a deep interest in inflammatory conditions and how technology can help improve management and quality of life for those affected.