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David A. Navazio (born November 22, 1960) is an American businessman best known as the founder, President, and CEO of Gentell Inc.
Early life and education
editDavid Navazio was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Navazio grew up in the city's Bustleton neighborhood and attended George Washington High School. Navazio went on to attend LaSalle University (then LaSalle College) but left without completing his degree. Subsequently, Navazio founded a medical device business, M.K.M. Healthcare Corp, in 1990.[1]
Gentell
editIn 1994, Navazio re-incorporated his business as Gentell Incorporated, focusing primarily on the distribution of wound care supplies.[2][3] Headquartered in Yardley,[4] Gentell now employs over 700 people[5] and operates in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Brazil, and China. As of 2021, Gentell was reporting annual revenues of over $30 million.[6]
Gentell's product line includes hydrogel, collagen, calcium alginates, and various wound care dressings. Gentell also produces a number of healthcare technologies, primarily focusing on wound care documentation and wound care supply tracking.[7][8][9]
Personal life
editNavazio has been married to his wife April since 1991. They have one daughter.
Beyond Gentell, Navazio is involved in a number of other business and community ventures. These include an Italian restaurant and an honorary commander title at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.[10][11]
References
edit- ^ "MKM HEALTHCARE CORP. in Montgomery, PA | Company Info & Reviews". www.bizapedia.com. 2024-07-19. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
- ^ Navazio, David (2019-05-28). "Rainmakers Roundup-David Navazio, President/COO Gentell" (Interview). Interviewed by Mark Iorio. Retrieved 2024-08-08 – via YouTube.
- ^ Navazio, David (2018-01-29). "Rainmaker's Roundup with David Navazio of Gentell" (Interview). Interviewed by Mark Iorio. Retrieved 2024-08-08 – via YouTube.
- ^ "After growing its Bucks County footprint, Gentell eyes national and international expansion". www.bizjournals.com. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
- ^ "About Gentell".
- ^ "Bucks County wound care company Gentell opens Florida distribution center". www.bizjournals.com. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
- ^ "Gentell Direct". www.gentell.com. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
- ^ "Gentell Fastcare". www.gentell.com. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
- ^ "The Last Word: A New Perspective on Wound Care - Today's Geriatric Medicine". www.todaysgeriatricmedicine.com. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
- ^ Furnas, Dawn (2022-09-19). "Upscale Italian restaurant to open in Bordentown (updated)". NJBIZ. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
- ^ "Navazio hosts Flag Dedication Ceremony". Mercer County Military Action Council. 2022-06-21. Retrieved 2024-08-08.