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Leonel Peralta to Join Accuray as Chief Operations Officer

Key Takeaway: Accuray Incorporated announced the appointment of Leonel Peralta as Chief Operations Officer, effective February 3, 2025. With over 25 years of experience, Peralta will oversee global manufacturing operations and align them with corporate objectives. His previous roles include senior positions at Siemens Healthineers and Medtronic Diabetes, where he significantly improved operational efficiency and productivity. Accuray President Suzanne Winter expressed optimism about Peralta's impact on the company's operations and business growth.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Leonel Peralta brings over 25 years of experience in leadership roles.
  • He has a proven track record of driving growth and improving productivity.
  • Accuray is poised for business growth with the expansion of their radiation therapy portfolio.

Full Press Release Details

MADISON, Wis., Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Accuray Incorporated (NASDAQ: ARAY) announced today that Leonel Peralta is joining the company as Senior Vice President, Chief Operations Officer, effective February 3, 2025. Mr. Peralta will be responsible for leading worldwide manufacturing operations including driving alignment of operations with corporate business goals, maximizing supply chain profitability and efficiency, and ensuring processes support best-in-class customer service. He will report to Accuray President and Chief Executive Officer Suzanne Winter.
Mr. Peralta has a proven work history in driving growth while improving productivity and bringing more than 25 years of leadership experience in supply chain, business process improvement, and manufacturing optimization. Most recently, Leonel was Vice President, Head of Global Operations for the ultrasound division at Siemens Healthineers where he led the transformation of supply chain processes, the manufacturing footprint and the organizational structure, for the ultrasound business unit within the company. Prior to this, Leonel held executive management positions at Medtronic Diabetes, Hill-Rom (Baxter), KCI Medical (3M), and GE Healthcare. Under his leadership his teams executed corporate growth and financial objectives, significantly reduced inventory levels, and transformed sourcing and supply chain operations.
"On behalf of the entire Accuray organization I welcome Leonel to the team. He is joining Accuray at an important juncture in the company's business and I look forward to the impact he will make in enhancing our global operations. Over the past year we have expanded our radiation therapy system portfolio and Leonel's broad expertise will be instrumental in driving business growth while simultaneously driving operational efficiencies and ensuring world class customer satisfaction," said Suzanne Winter, President and CEO of Accuray.
"I am deeply honored to be joining Accuray, a company dedicated to extending the lives of cancer patients worldwide through innovation and an unwavering passion to combat one of the world's toughest diseases," said Leonel Peralta. "It will be a privilege to lead a team that exemplifies operational excellence and is committed to making the company's transformative technology accessible to everyone, everywhere."
Investor Relations, ICR-Westwicke

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the new COO of Accuray Incorporated?

Leonel Peralta has been appointed as Senior Vice President, Chief Operations Officer.

What will Leonel Peralta oversee at Accuray?

He will lead worldwide manufacturing operations and align them with business goals.

What is Peralta's previous experience?

He served as Vice President of Global Operations at Siemens Healthineers.

Why is Leonel's role important for Accuray?

His expertise will enhance global operations and drive business growth.

What is Leonel Peralta's commitment at Accuray?

He aims to ensure operational excellence and accessibility of transformative technology.

Last updated: Jan 21, 2025