Our Team

Our commitment to excellence is rooted in our unwavering dedication to leveraging cutting-edge scientific research. By concentrating on the latest findings from peer-reviewed studies, we ensure that our product design is not only innovative but also delivers unparalleled results, demonstrating our deep care for our customers’ needs. .

Our rich experience spanning science, technology, healthcare, and commercial sectors forms the cornerstone of our progress, enabling us to build a robust, organic foundation for continuous advancement.

Tom Donkers | Founder & CEO

Tom brings a combination of strategic vision and business acumen. Guided by the principle of ‘Trust through Transparency,’ his leadership style not only drives the company’s growth but also fosters a culture of openness and integrity. He credits the success of the company to its process driven, team based approach to solve challenging problems.

  • Team Leadership
  • Solution Sales
  • Marketing
  • Business Development

Carl Peterson MD MS DABR | Co-Founder & CSO

Carl’s leads the development and implementation of evidence based scientific principles for the company’s solutions. His background as a Board-certified Radiation Oncologist and education as an MD, include an MS in Pathology, and degrees in Biology, Psychology, Chemistry, and Biomedical Research. Carl provides our company with a strategic competitive advantage and the ability to pursue novel developments.

  • Technology Transfer
  • Scientific Literature Review
  • Solution Sales
  • Radiation Dosage Analysis

Palmer Smith, Director of Operations

Palmer oversees the day-to-day operations of the company, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in all aspects of the business.

  • R&D Prototyping
  • Mechanical Design
  • Supply Chain Operations
  • Manufacturing & Fabrication

Richard Greene | VP, Business Development

Richard focuses on expanding Cognituv’s market presence and establishing partnerships with his 30 years of experience.

  • Solution Sales
  • Industry Domain Knowledge
  • Business Development
  • Customer Outreach

Susan Donkers, Strategic Business Advisor

Susan has more than 20 years of experience in commercial and industrial architecture, engineering, construction, real estate development and site selection and is a LEED Accredited Professional from the U.S. Green Building Council. 

  • Marketing
  • Industry Domain Knowledge
  • Team Leadership
  • Business Development