Robert D. Ranson
Founder & President, Win-Shield Devices
Rob Ranson is a Canadian executive and entrepreneur based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He founded Win-Shield Medical Devices Inc. in 2020 and invented the C-Shield for COVID-19 response, producing four million units in nine months. His expanded product line is now being tested by the Canadian military and several NATO countries.
Rob has managed business interests for a team of leading surgeons and played a vital role in supply chain optimization for a $2 billion company. He has launched ventures in medical devices, global photo marketplaces, public relations, SAAS procurement platforms, construction, and manufacturing. As a public relations expert, he increased a company’s valuation by $27 million in only six weeks, and he has developed best-practice training programs for thousands of employees.
Rob also has extensive experience in HR, workplace safety, benefits management, and operational support. He has held key positions at The North West Company, The Oshawa Group, and Canada Safeway. His career reflects a commitment to innovation, strategy, and business advancement in Manitoba and beyond.
