Celebrating 20th anniversary of PWH and bringing healthcare leaders together from the industry
Midmark Hosts PWH Board Meeting in Versailles, Ohio
The regional event, attended by 80 guests, included PWH board members and leadership, Midmark Teammates, partner organizations, regional customers and guests. Rob Sackett, chief operations officer for Midmark, welcomed guests to the event and expressed his enthusiasm for the significant gathering of healthcare leaders while congratulating PWH on reaching an incredible milestone. Sackett stated, "The impact of PWH is profound and resonates throughout our industry. We are proud to support PWH as a corporate partner."
The event included a panel discussion featuring esteemed panelists who are distinguished recipients of leadership awards boasting extensive expertise in communications, human resources, finance and corporate culture. The evening concluded with a live Q+A session, allowing attendees to interact directly with the panelists and gain actionable insights for advancing their careers. The panel discussion was moderated by Vicky Lyle, vice president of industry relations for Owens and Minor. Panelists included Allison Therwhanger, vice president of corporate sales for Innovia Medical and chair of PWH; Sue Hulsmeyer, chief people and administrative officer for Midmark and Jenny Collopy, vice president, chief marketing and communications officer, The Christ Hospital Health Network. The panelists shared insights on leadership excellence and mentorship within the healthcare supply chain and other healthcare sectors.
Allison Therwhanger commented, "PWH is thrilled to celebrate 20 years of empowering women in our healthcare industry. The events at Midmark this week exemplify our commitment to creating a platform for leadership development, mentoring and networking for those women wanting to lead and succeed in their careers.”
Dr. Anne Eiting Klamar, chair of the board for Midmark and co-founder of PWH stated, "As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of PWH, we are reminded of the lasting impact women leaders have had on our industry. Midmark is honored to support PWH and its continued vision to foster leadership excellence by providing professional growth resources and a supportive community for women in various healthcare sectors."
The PWH executive board and leadership team also enjoyed a tour of the Midmark Experience Center at Midmark's headquarters in Versailles, where they learned more about Midmark's commitment to innovation and healthcare excellence. The recent expansion of Midmark's Experience Center and Technology Center underscores its dedication to redefining healthcare delivery and enhancing patient and caregiver experiences.
About Midmark
Founded in 1915, Midmark Corporation is the only company transforming healthcare experiences through innovative design within the medical, dental and animal health environments. With more than 2,100 teammates worldwide, Midmark focuses on harmonizing space, technology and workflows, creating a better experience for caregivers and patients at the point of care. The Midmark headquarters and innovation hub are located in Versailles, Ohio, which is also home to the Midmark Experience Center, Design Center, Technology Center and its largest manufacturing facility. Midmark maintains ten additional locations in the United States, including three innovation hubs, and has subsidiaries in the U.S., India and Italy. To learn more about Midmark, visit midmark.com.
About Professional Women in Healthcare (PWH)
Professional Women in Healthcare is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing women in healthcare supply chain leadership roles. Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2024, PWH promotes professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities for women across the industry.