Paul Nielsen
CEO · Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Open to advisory
Operations & Finance · Leadership & Strategy
Paul is a CEO who advises early-stage founders. Happy to help with practical next steps, reviews, and intros where relevant. Areas I advise on: Executive Leadership, Operations, Management, Achievement, Leadership.
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About Paul
Paul Nielsen is CEO of Neurothera. He is a senior executive with more than 25 years of experience leading strategic alliances and innovation across healthcare and life sciences. Prior to Neurothera Paul was at UnitedHealth Group, where his leadership generated more than $1.4B in revenue and savings through transformative initiatives including payer-provider collaborations, care delivery technologies, and data-driven solutions. Paul was the co-founder and Executive Director of the Optum Startup Studio, President of the UnitedHealth Group Academy of Technology and VP of Strategic Partnerships. Paul holds a Bachelor of Science in Science and Computer Science from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He has been recognized with the 2021 Statistical Partnerships Among Academe, Industry, and Government (SPAIG) Award for his role in the COVIDCast Program and the 2015 Red Herring Global 100 Award for “Most Innovative Product”. He serves as an Expert in Healthcare Technology with Carnegie Mellon University’s Project Olympus and is Adjunct Faculty at Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy. Paul remains active in HIMSS and the Pittsburgh Technology Council and actively speaks on artificial intelligence and healthcare innovation.
Company
NeuroThera
www.neurothera.com
NeuroThera provides a non-invasive, drug-free platform therapy that restores and optimizes brain function using light. Their transcranial photobiomodulation technology targets root causes of neurological diseases like MDD, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's. The device is designed to be portable, cost-effective, and safe with zero serious adverse events reported.
Funding Stage
Unsure
Funding Raised
$1m to $5m
Team Size
5-10 employees
Annual Revenue
$0 to $100k
Founded
2015
Industry
Healthcare
Skills
Executive Leadership
Possesses over 25 years of experience leading strategic alliances and driving innovation as a senior executive.
Healthcare Industry
Possesses over 25 years of executive experience leading innovation across the healthcare sector.
Award Winner
Received both the SPAIG Award and the Red Herring Global 100 Award for outstanding contributions and innovation.
Revenue Generation
Generated over $1.4B in revenue at UnitedHealth Group through leadership in transformative initiatives.
Life Sciences Industry
Experienced in leading strategic initiatives within the life sciences sector.
Innovation Leadership
Drives transformative initiatives and fosters innovation within complex organizations like UnitedHealth Group.
Strategic Alliances
Experienced in leading and managing strategic partnerships across the healthcare and life sciences sectors.
Founder
Co-founded the Optum Startup Studio, a significant venture within UnitedHealth Group.
Management
Demonstrates comprehensive management skills across diverse organizational structures from startups to large corporations.
Strategic Partnerships
Held the role of VP of Strategic Partnerships at UnitedHealth Group, driving key collaborations.
Healthcare Technology
Serves as an expert at Carnegie Mellon University's Project Olympus and speaks on healthcare innovation.
CEO
Paul currently serves as CEO of Neurothera, leading strategic direction and operations for the healthcare startup.
Product Innovation
Recognized with the Red Herring Global 100 Award for leading the 'Most Innovative Product'.
Cost Savings
Generated over $1.4B in savings through transformative initiatives at UnitedHealth Group.
Data-Driven Solutions
Developed and implemented data-driven solutions that yielded significant revenue and savings.
Strategy
Formulates and executes strategic initiatives for revenue generation, innovation, and organizational transformation.
Startup Studio Management
Co-founded and served as Executive Director of the Optum Startup Studio.
Care Delivery Technologies
Led transformative initiatives involving the development and implementation of advanced care delivery technologies.
Project Management
Successfully led and implemented various transformative initiatives, demonstrating strong project execution capabilities.
Payer-Provider Collaborations
Led successful initiatives involving collaborations between payers and providers in the healthcare industry.
Public Speaking
Actively speaks on current topics such as artificial intelligence and healthcare innovation to various audiences.
Healthcare Innovation
Regularly speaks and demonstrates thought leadership on cutting-edge healthcare innovation.
Technology Industry
Involved with the Pittsburgh Technology Council and held leadership roles in technology academies.
Statistical Partnerships
Recognized with the SPAIG Award for his significant role in fostering statistical partnerships in the COVIDCast Program.
Artificial Intelligence
Actively speaks on the topic of artificial intelligence, particularly in the context of healthcare innovation.
Academic Instruction
Contributes expertise as an Adjunct Faculty member at Heinz College, sharing knowledge with students.
Industry Networking
Actively engages with key industry organizations such as HIMSS and the Pittsburgh Technology Council.
Computer Science
Holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, providing a strong technical foundation.
Education (Science)
Holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on general science principles.
Healthcare IT
Actively involved with HIMSS, an organization focused on health information and technology.
Public Policy
Serves as Adjunct Faculty at Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy, engaging with the field.
Experience
job
Expert in Healthcare Technology
Carnegie Mellon University’s Project Olympus
Provides expert guidance and mentorship in the field of healthcare technology to emerging ventures and projects.
Serves as an expert, contributing specialized knowledge to the development and evaluation of healthcare technology projects.
job
CEO
Neurothera
Leads and manages a healthcare startup, driving strategic direction, product development, and overall operations.
Currently serving as CEO since the company's founding in 2015, leveraging extensive executive leadership in healthcare and life sciences.
job
Senior Executive (VP Strategic Partnerships, President of Academy of Technology)
UnitedHealth Group
Held various senior executive roles, leading strategic alliances, innovation, care delivery technologies, and data-driven solutions.
Generated over $1.4B in revenue and savings through transformative initiatives including payer-provider collaborations.
milestone
2021 Award Recipient
Statistical Partnerships Among Academe, Industry, and Government (SPAIG) Award
Recognized for his significant leadership and contributions to the COVIDCast Program.
Received the prestigious 2021 SPAIG Award for his pivotal role in fostering statistical partnerships for the COVIDCast Program.
job
Co-founder and Executive Director
Optum Startup Studio
Co-founded and directed a startup studio focused on fostering innovation within UnitedHealth Group.
Established and led the Optum Startup Studio, initiating and developing new ventures and strategic initiatives.
education
Bachelor of Science in Science and Computer Science
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Completed undergraduate studies with a dual focus on general science and computer science principles.
Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree, building a foundational understanding in scientific and computing principles.
milestone
2015 Award Recipient for “Most Innovative Product”
Red Herring Global 100 Award
Recognized for leading the development of a highly innovative product.
Awarded the 2015 Red Herring Global 100 Award for his contribution to the 'Most Innovative Product'.
education
Adjunct Faculty
Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy
Instructs and shares knowledge in information systems and public policy at the university level.
Contributes academic expertise as an Adjunct Faculty member, educating students in information systems and public policy.