Asher Orion Group Welcomes Edmund Shaw as Executive-in-Residence to Accelerate Innovation in Digital Health and Medical AI

Pittsburgh, PA – May 6, 2025 —Asher Orion Group, a global strategic consultancy specializing in digital health and medical AI, proudly announces the appointment of Edmund Shaw as Executive-in-Residence. With over two decades of experience leading innovation in health tech, Shaw brings deep expertise in AI-driven solutions, SaaSbusiness models, and go-to-market strategy.

In this role, Shaw will work closely with Asher Orion clients to sharpen product strategies, accelerate regulatory and commercialization milestones, and drive adoption of next-generation medical technologies. His appointment reflects the firm’s commitment to delivering real-world, high-impact leadership for startups and established MedTech companies alike.

“I continue to realize that a critical key to success in any venture is a team of good, decent, motivated and talented people.  Edwin's addition reflects that belief.” said John F. Kalafut, PhD, CEO of Asher Orion Group. Shaw has held leadership roles across the health tech spectrum—from startups to global powerhouses like Philips—where he led AI product development, regulatory strategy, and SaaS innovation. He’s collaborated with CEOs, R&D teams, and healthcare providers to bring transformative solutions to market.

Career Highlights Include:

•AI Innovation: Led Somnolyzer’s AI-powered sleep scoring platform—now the most clinically validated in its category.

•Regulatory Strategy: Drove three streamlined 510(k) clearances, each aligned with payer reimbursement strategy.

•SaaS Leadership: Pioneered subscription-based digital health products at Philips and SleepImage.

•Market Expansion: Spearheaded adoption of advanced technologies across major healthcare systems.

•Executive Collaboration: Partnered with leadership teams to shape product roadmaps and accelerate development cycles.

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"I’m excited to join a team that blends world-class expertise with a mission to make a real difference," said Shaw. "Asher Orion is uniquely positioned to help innovators bring life-changing technologies to the people who need them most.”

Asher Orion partners with daring founders and forward-thinking investors who are redefining healthcare. With scientific depth and strategic precision, they help clients turn bold ideas into breakthrough products.

In a market hungry for real-world expertise, Edmund Shaw’s arrival reinforces Asher Orion’s role as a trusted advisor at the intersection of technology, science, and health.

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