Carlo Perez

Engineer, Educator, Entrepreneur

Carlo Perez is a multifaceted professional with a diverse background in engineering, education, and startup leadership, specializing in digital health, artificial intelligence, and medical devices.

With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Carlo has demonstrated his prowess as a 3-time founder and CEO, focusing on building and launching AI-powered medical devices and software products in the US market.

As the founder and former CEO of Swift Medical, a prominent global player in digital wound care management solutions, Carlo led the company to significant growth, expanding its workforce to over 150 employees and securing more than $60M in funding.

Carlo's leadership at Swift Medical extended to scaling the product to serve over 4,500 healthcare organizations across the US, establishing partnerships with key industry players like payers, EMRs, and healthcare providers.

Prior to his entrepreneurial endeavors, Carlo's professional journey included roles as a researcher at Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) Inc., where he honed his technical skills, and as a college professor in engineering and robotics, showcasing his passion for education and knowledge sharing.

Currently, Carlo is dedicated to his mission of advancing healthcare effectiveness, accessibility, and equity globally. He works with Seed to Series C companies, leveraging his expertise to drive impactful solutions in the healthcare sector.

Carlo's educational background includes studies in BASc in Computer Engineering and Mandarin at the University of Toronto, underscoring his commitment to continuous learning and cross-disciplinary knowledge.

In his previous roles, Carlo has held key positions such as Chief Product Officer at SafelyYou, Partner at Summit Health Advisors, and CEO at Hammerati and uknowa, illustrating his diverse executive experience and strategic acumen in the industry.

With a history that spans from web development roles at esteemed organizations like St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton and STELCO to hands-on experiences as a food service worker at KFC and a caddy at Hamilton Golf and Country Club, Carlo's journey reflects his versatile skill set and adaptability across various domains.