Joe Salcedo
Senior Territory Manager - Northern CA/Northern NV- Joined Contec in 2018
Joe Salcedo is a seasoned professional who brings over two decades of consulting experience to his role at Contec Healthcare. Joining the company in 2018, Joe has become an invaluable asset to the team, known for his comprehensive understanding of the healthcare industry.
As an Senior Territory Manager, Joe oversees sales operations across Northern California and Northern Nevada, a territory known for its diverse healthcare needs and innovative medical communities. His responsibilities are vast, encompassing the cultivation of client relationships, strategic planning, and the development of tailored solutions to meet complex challenges. Joe's role is pivotal within Contec Healthcare, as he ensures the delivery of quality products and services to healthcare facilities.
Joe's 25 years of consulting experience in the healthcare sector sets him apart. This extensive background allows him to impact every department of a hospital effectively. His unique skill set is not just in sales but in understanding the intricacies of healthcare operations and client needs, making him a trusted advisor to his customers.
Neil Simpson
Technical Services Manager EMEA and R&D Manager EMEA
Neil has over twenty years of experience in the contamination control industry, supporting pharmaceutical, biomedical and other critical industries. Currently the Technical/R&D Manager for Contec in Europe, Neil developed Contec’s cleanroom disinfection products for European and other global markets.
Neil is a microbiologist with extensive expertise in the field of chemical disinfection and has developed disinfectant products and processes for cleanroom use worldwide, including a product design patent. Neil has conducted seminars and presentations globally on cleanrooms, disinfectants, and GMP requirements, and has co-authored published articles such as ‘ Virucidal testing of Cleanroom Disinfectants’ and has assisted facilities in selecting appropriate disinfectants, wipes, and mopping systems for use in critical and controlled environments.
As Quality Manager for Contec, Neil was instrumental in establishing Contec’s European disinfectant manufacturing and was integral in gaining ISO 9001 for their European manufacturing site. Previously Technical Development Manager for Shield Medicare/Ecolab for nearly 10 years, Neil holds a degree in Applied Biology and Microbiology from University of Wales Institute.