Tom Lutzow

VP, Research and Design

Meeting an unmet clinical need starts with exceptional design. That’s why Tom Lutzow and his team focus on human factors evaluation, engineering, and testing that drive safer, more effective, and commercially viable solutions. Their work blends user insights with technical excellence—grounded in regulatory foresight and manufacturability—to reduce risk and accelerate development. Tom has guided hundreds of innovators in shaping novel MedTech concepts into development-ready products. By embedding human-centered design into every phase—and collaborating closely with downstream functions like commercialization—his team ensures the right product gets to market, faster. 

Joe Gordon

VP, Innovation and Technology

Based at our Providence, RI Innovation Center, Joe Gordon leads Veranex’s innovation engine—guiding early-stage concepts and generational enhancements into real-world solutions across more than 300 MedTech and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) projects. He specializes in translating ambiguity into actionable strategy, driving clarity through complexity, and aligning multidisciplinary teams to accelerate product realization. Whether it’s digital surgery platforms or wearable drug-delivery devices, Joe ensures each innovation is both breakthrough and buildable.

With over 20 years at the forefront of MedTech development, Joe plays a central role in full lifecycle programs—often leading from nascent idea through commercialization. He excels in navigating crowded patent landscapes and designing robust IP strategies that protect value creation. From capital systems to next-gen diagnostics, Joe’s diverse expertise and strategic foresight help set the innovation direction for clients aiming to reshape healthcare.

Jesse Gibson

Director, Software Development

As Director of Software Engineering, Jesse Gibson brings over 18 years of proven leadership in developing impactful healthcare and life-science products, specializing in complex embedded systems compliant with ISO 13485 and IEC 62304. His process-focused mindset and extensive experience successfully guiding multiple medical devices through the full design lifecycle, including verification, validation, and clinical trials, ensure your project benefits from rigorous quality, regulatory adherence, and on-time delivery. Jesse's passion for creating solutions that make a difference, coupled with his empathetic customer leadership, positions him to drive your software development initiatives to successful market launch.

Chris Vigneau

VP, Manufacturing Solutions

As Vice President of Manufacturing, Chris Vigneau leads the team providing integrated, end-to-end manufacturing solutions for your medical device project. With 20 years of operations leadership, his expertise in areas like operations management and strategic negotiation directly translates into high-quality, cost-effective, and compliant manufacturing processes for you. Chris ensures his team delivers the reliable, innovative support needed to navigate development challenges and position your device for successful commercialization.

Matt Perry

VP, Programs and Processes

As VP of Programs and Process, Matt Perry brings over 20 years of expertise in medical device development, with a proven track record guiding products from early customer research through to manufacturing and market release. His extensive background includes successfully leading the design, development, and manufacture of complex surgical devices through clinical studies and managing a diverse range of projects from high-volume disposables to electro-mechanical capital equipment. Matt's leadership ensures streamlined processes and successful program execution, delivering impactful medical device solutions for your business.

Tony DiBella

Sr Director, Product Dev. Program Mgmt

As a Senior Director of Product Development Program Management, Tony orchestrates Veranex’s diverse engineering teams across mechanical, electrical, firmware, software, and systems disciplines, ensuring cross-organizational excellence and consistency. With nearly two decades of medical device development experience, he is a proven leader who expertly guides multidisciplinary engineering teams through complex projects while serving as a trusted technical advisor and liaison to clients, all while adhering to stringent FDA 21 CFR 820 and ISO 13485 quality system requirements. Tony's leadership delivers cohesive and compliant product development outcomes for your critical medical device innovations.