About Matthew Ryder

Masimo – Led launch of a remote patient monitoring partnership program to major West Coast health systems. Built the economic case for post-acute care transformation, designed partner onboarding and activation workflows, and drove physician and C-suite engagement. Owned the full partner relationship end-to-end — nurturing engagement across clinical, operational, and executive stakeholders in partnership with internal cross-functional resources. Managed the complete partnership lifecycle from prospecting through operational execution and ongoing performance management.

Profusa – Closed a technology licensing partnership valued at $10M+. Supported $54M Series C raise. Led strategic partner development with health systems and key opinion leaders. Designed partner engagement frameworks and QBR rhythms with stakeholders. Oversaw commercial side of the regulatory strategy for CE mark and FDA clinical trial submission.

U.S. Department of Defense / DARPA – Served as Entrepreneur-in-Residence for implantable hydrogel biosensor technology enabling continuous, real-time physiological monitoring. Led commercialization strategy, ecosystem mapping, and cross-agency stakeholder alignment.

Cerebral – Designed and launched B2B healthcare partnership strategy for a leading virtual care platform. Built enterprise pipeline across payer, employer, and provider channels. Created partner segmentation approach and accountability frameworks to manage engagement across tiers.

ieso – Led U.S. commercial expansion for a virtual mental health platform originally built within England's NHS. Developed health system and payer partnership strategy, localized clinical and regulatory positioning, and built referral pathways across provider networks. Navigated complex regulatory and data-sharing requirements across international markets.

Huneo – Led partnership development and project management for a next-generation neurological and sleep monitoring wearable platform. Managed clinical collaboration with Stanford Sleep Medicine and Jazz Pharmaceuticals across polysomnography studies. Coordinated cross-functional stakeholders across academic, pharma, and engineering teams.

Sword Health – Advised on launch of Sword Move, a virtual physical health and injury prevention platform. Conducted physician and health system market research, established referral-driven GTM motions, and implemented structured sales processes and partner success playbooks for enterprise partnerships.

Reveal Biosensors – Supported commercial partnership strategy for a novel wearable biosensor platform focused on hydration, glucose, and performance data — targeting health systems, physician groups, and elite athletics programs.

SVRN Ventures – Developing ecosystem partner network to generate sponsorship revenue and increase access to ecosystem partners for SVRN members. Designed tiered partnership frameworks and engagement models.

Launched and led health system and payer partnership division from the ground up for a leading virtual care platform

Closed $500K+ multi-year enterprise deal with CoreChoice (1M+ union members) — full lifecycle from sourcing through contracting, requiring navigation of union benefits committees and product customization for blue-collar workforce

Designed and led the sales-to-customer-success handoff process, personally managing the transition as partnerships launched to ensure seamless onboarding, activation, and early partner health

Built first customer advisory council with payer and provider stakeholders to inform product roadmap, integration priorities, and partner health scoring

Achieved $1M partnership pipeline in year one; hired and managed BD team; built repeatable playbooks for pricing, SLAs, partner dashboards tracking cohort health and LTV, and QBR cadences

Developed partnerships with biometric performance monitoring companies — served as liaison between professional athletes, medical/training staff, and technology vendors to evaluate wearables and recovery tech for integration into player performance programs.

Led cross-functional partnerships across team operations, player wellness, arena technology, and corporate sponsorship. Drove $2M in new revenue growth.

Managed enterprise sales relationships with health system C-suites, CFOs, and Value Analysis committees to win system-wide contracts across neurosurgery

Developed KOL program with top NYC neurosurgeons to drive clinical adoption, inform product development, and expand referral networks

Supported neurosurgery and neurotrauma teams at leading NYC academic health systems

Managed multimillion-dollar product portfolio and ongoing account relationships across IDNs and hospital systems in NYC

Built and maintained physician and administrative relationships across complex, multi-stakeholder health system accounts

Biomedical Engineering with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and Neurological Monitoring.

Coursework and research in physiological monitoring, wearable sensing, and healthcare economics.

Research Thesis: Functional brain imaging using near infrared spectroscopy.

Personal Performance & Wellness Background: ultra marathon runner, ski mountaineer, NCAA ice hockey player—living laboratory for performance optimization, fitness, and recovery. Deep understanding of fitness communities, athlete mindset, and behavior change required for sustained engagement.

Northline Projects is a consulting and special projects studio helping values-led teams move from idea to impact with clarity and integrity.

Representative engagements include:

Masimo – Led launch of a virtual remote patient monitoring program to major West Coast health systems. Built the economic case for post-acute care transformation, drove physician and C-suite engagement, and managed the full partnership lifecycle from prospecting through operational execution.

Cerebral – Designed and launched healthcare strategy for one of the world’s leading virtual mental health platforms. Built early enterprise momentum across payer, employer, and provider channels.

SVRN Ventures – Developing network of companies to generate sponsorship revenue and to increase access to ecosystem partners for SVRN members.

Sword Health – Advised on new product launch, Sword Move, an AI-rooted physical health and injury prevention platform for in-home and virtual care. Performed first hand market research, established key GTM motions, and implemented sales process.

Profusa – Supported a $54M Series C raise and closed a technology licensing deal valued at over $10M. Oversaw CE mark submission and early commercialization in the EU; supported FDA clinical trial submission for U.S. entry.

U.S. Department of Defense / DARPA – Served as Entrepreneur-in-Residence for implantable hydrogel sensor technology enabling continuous, real-time oxygen monitoring. Led commercialization strategy and agency engagement.

ieso – Led U.S. commercial expansion strategy for an evidence-based, AI-delivered mental health platform originally developed and clinically validated in England's NHS health system.

Huneo – Advised on development and go-to-market strategy for next-generation neurological and sleep monitoring platform using wireless biosensor technology.

Reveal Biosensors – Supported commercial strategy for novel sweat-based wearable platform focused on hydration, glucose, and performance data in elite athletes.

Full Circle Series – Co-created a live event and storytelling platform focused on food systems, health, and community resilience. Curated shared meals, farmer-chef partnerships, and experiential education.

StopConcussions / San Jose Sharks – Represented the San Jose Sharks and StopConcussions in the Australian Ice Hockey Classic. Raised funding and visibility for neurotrauma awareness while building international partnerships.

EyeVue – Provided product strategy and market feedback for an AR platform enhancing live in-person sports viewing through wearable tech.

Zaaz is an AI-native marketing studio, co-founded with former CEO of world's largest ad agency (WPP). Zaaz is building tools for creators, brands, and platforms to transform their businesses in the age of AI.

Led market research, strategic partnerships, and commercial strategy to inform product development.

Closed $500K+ multi-year partnership with CoreChoice (Taft-Hartley network serving 1M+ union members) - sourced, structured, and negotiated deal requiring product customization for blue-collar workforce and navigation of union benefits committees.

Built first customer advisory council with payer and provider stakeholders to inform product roadmap and integration priorities - cross-functional leadership without direct reports.

Achieved $1M in year 1 partnership pipeline in crisis environment; hired and managed 2-person BD team; established repeatable playbooks for pricing, SLAs, and partner dashboards tracking cohort health and LTV.

Launched partnerships across multiple segments: government-aligned health plans, disability services, national primary care organizations.

Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, the San Jose Sharks is one of the NHL's most innovative franchises.

Developed partnerships with biometric performance monitoring companies—served as liaison between pro athletes, medical/training staff, and technology vendors to evaluate wearables and recovery tech for integration into player performance programs.

Led cross-functional partnerships across team operations, player wellness, arena technology, and corporate sponsorship—experience marshaling stakeholders with competing priorities (athletes, medical staff, business operations).

Drove new revenue growth ($2M), identified sustainability initiatives, and supported community-forward programs.

Represented team internationally (Australia Ice Hockey Classic)—built cross-cultural partnerships focused on athlete wellness and neurotrauma awareness.

Integra is the global leader in devices used for neurosurgery and neurological care.

Worked with CFOs, Heads of Supply Chain, and Value Analysis committees to win system-wide contracts.

Supported neurosurgery and neurotrauma teams at leading NYC hospitals.

Developed KOL program with top NYC neurosurgeons to inform product development and marketing strategies.

Medtronic is the world's largest medical device company, advancing care across specialties.

Managed multimillion-dollar product portfolio across IDNs and hospital systems in NYC.

Biomedical Engineering with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and Neurological Monitoring.

The Tufts Biomedical Engineering department is a world renowned research institute, pioneering new ways to regenerate human tissue using natural materials from silk worms. The department also has made significant advancements in neurological monitoring for medical and functional purposes.

Research Thesis: Functional brain imaging using near infrared spectroscopy