Doug Franz

Doug Franz is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in technology commercialization and medical device consulting. Currently serving as a Technology Licensing Officer at the University of Minnesota since August 2019, Doug collaborates with faculty, physicians, and researchers to advance medical device innovations. As a Board Member at GRIP Molecular Technologies, Inc. and former Founder of Interyl Consulting, Doug has guided businesses in product development and supply chain challenges. Formerly, Doug held significant leadership roles at Altek Corporation as Corporate Vice President and General Manager of the Medical Business Unit, and across various positions at HP, where Doug drove research and development efforts for digital cameras and office printers. Doug holds a Master of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Iowa State University.