Opex Technologies is excited to welcome Eric Vanags to our team as a Technology Advisor, bringing with him over two decades of experience in driving business growth and building lasting client relationships. While Eric's impressive background includes a strong focus in healthcare, his transition to Opex signifies a broadened scope, where he'll leverage his proven approach to serve businesses of all sizes across diverse industries.
For over 20 years, Eric has been a driving force in the sales arena, developing a reputation as a trusted expert who consistently delivers innovative business outcomes. Based in Richmond, VA, he has cultivated deep knowledge in services, products, sales strategy, and customer engagement. In the healthcare sector, Eric has been particularly impactful, demonstrating a unique ability to navigate the complexities of that dynamic field.
A History of Impact in Healthcare
Throughout his career, Eric has partnered with leading healthcare organizations, where he consistently demonstrated his ability to:
Navigate Complex Sales Environments: Healthcare is a field with unique regulatory and operational challenges. Eric has proven his skill in navigating these intricacies to deliver effective solutions.
Foster Long-Term Partnerships: The healthcare industry thrives on trust and collaboration. Eric has excelled at building and nurturing strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and providing ongoing support.
Adapt to Evolving Landscapes: The medical field is in a constant state of change. Eric has a proven track record of staying ahead of the curve, adapting to new technologies, and providing cutting-edge solutions.
His expertise spans a range of critical healthcare solutions, including medical devices and healthcare technology. This experience allowed him to provide tailored solutions that not only improved patient outcomes but also enhanced provider efficiency – a testament to his commitment to delivering value on multiple levels.
Transferring Expertise to a Broader Landscape
Eric brings to Opex Technologies his results-driven approach, strong leadership skills, and passion for improving delivery through strategic initiatives. While his healthcare background is a significant asset, his core strengths are universally applicable:
Trusted Advisor Approach: Eric's history demonstrates a commitment to being a trusted advisor, not just a salesperson. This consultative approach is central to the Opex Technologies philosophy.
Strategic Problem-Solving: Identifying client needs and providing solutions tailored to their specific challenges is a skill honed over two decades. Eric will apply this expertise to help businesses of all kinds.
Focus on Business Results: Eric understands that technology is a means to an end. He is dedicated to helping business leaders access the tools and resources they need to achieve their strategic objectives and drive winning business results.
At Opex, Eric will leverage these skills to help businesses of all sizes find the best "as-a-Service" solutions to fuel growth and innovation. He will bring the same professional, consultative approach that made him successful in healthcare to a wider range of industries.
A Richmond Resident and Community Member
A resident of Richmond, Eric is deeply connected to his community. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Kristen, and their three daughters: Emma, Sophie, and Mackenzie. Eric's passions include cooking, traveling, and staying active by participating in or watching all sports on TV.
"Eric's transition to Opex is exciting because his proven ability to understand complex business challenges and deliver strategic solutions will benefit clients across all industries. His consultative approach perfectly aligns with our mission to be trusted technology advisors, and drive meaningful outcomes for our clients." - Rich Nowalk, Chief Strategy Officer at Opex Technologies