Trip of a Lifetime: Daniel Medrano's Memorable Tour of Europe
We’re happy to share another employee’s Trip of a Lifetime story. This time, Senior Quality Control Inspector Daniel Medrano shares highlights from his company-paid visit to six European countries:
“My wife and brother accompanied me …
We’re excited to highlight yet another employee’s Trip of a Lifetime! Warehouse Associate II Joel Fernandez shares why his company-paid trip to Spain, France …
We like to highlight our dedicated employees and their stories, especially the stories that demonstrate our core value of Making People Better. Field Logistics Services (FLS) Support Assistant Gilbert Torres at the Arthrex Logistics Center (ALC) has a …
We’re excited to share another employee’s Trip of a Lifetime story! CS Validation Analyst III Alicia Galarza just returned from her company-paid trip to Little Cayman Island. She shared some highlights from her vacation:
“For my …
Congrats to Agile Coach-Scrum Master Janet Chow on the Digital Media team for placing second in her group at the National Masters Weightlifting Championships in Buffalo, NY earlier this month. …
We’re proud to highlight our employees’ commitment to the community, like the Shoulder Arthroplasty Development …
We’re excited to share another employee’s Trip of a Lifetime! So far, employees have traveled to more than 20 countries as part of the program. This time, Quality Control Inspector Teodulo Rojas Castilla shares highlights from …
We’re excited to highlight another employee’s Trip of a Lifetime! Suture Production Coordinator Autumn Forrest shares a few of the highlights from her family road trip to Colorado:
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What’s better than cooking some delicious comfort food? Cooking some delicious comfort food for a cause! Arthrex Executive Chef William Blum did exactly that during the 2nd annual Make a Wish Mac n’ Cheese Challenge on March 4, where chefs …
We love to highlight our employees and the amazing benefits they are eligible for at Arthrex, like the company-paid “Trip of a Lifetime.” Here, Level III Assembly Technician Evelyn Manqueros, shares her favorite memories from a trip to …
We’re highlighting Years of Service trip experiences, like Packaging Machine Operator Cecilia Ormeno’s trip to Europe this fall.
“I decided to spend my five-year anniversary trip traveling in Europe. I visited 36 cities in five different …
We’re highlighting Years of Service trip experiences, like Arthrex Manufacturing Inc. Director of Operations Tim Thompson’s cruise through the West Indies and Caribbean, courtesy of Arthrex and its generous …
Arthrex was honored at The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce’s Excellence in Industry Awards on November 8. The company received the Business Expansion Award for its $47 million expansion at Arthrex Manufacturing Inc. East (AMIE), which …
Employees celebrated Lee Denim Day on October 6 to show their support for the American Cancer Society and the fight against breast cancer by wearing denim with pink or their favorite jersey. With a $5 donation to the society, employees …
We’re highlighting Years of Service trip experiences, like Lab Technician Richard Mascera’s journey around Switzerland, courtesy of Arthrex and its generous benefits.
Richard shared about his trip, “My girlfriend and I flew into …
We're highlighting Years of Service trip experiences, like Engineering Design Technician Mishka Lambcke’s recent trip to the Czech Republic with her family, courtesy of Arthrex and its …
We’re proud to highlight employees who dedicate their time and talents to the community, like Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor Phil Grzybowski. He helped teach sixth graders at Cypress Palm Middle School in Naples, FL, about STEM (Science, …
We're highlighting Years of Service trip experiences, like Distal Extremities Principal Engineer Michelle Morar’s recent trip to Europe with her family, courtesy of Arthrex and its generous …
On July 13, Arthrex hosted its eighth annual Intern Luncheon for its aspiring young professionals. Internship and co-op programs enhance students’ specialized education and …
We're highlighting Years of Service trip experiences, like GIS Infrastructure Manager Bill Huber and his family's trip to Walt Disney World, courtesy of Arthrex and its generous benefits.
“My family and I …
We’re excited to announce Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE have recognized Arthrex as one of the 100 Best Workplaces For Millennials in the country for the third year in a row. Arthrex now employs 1,023 millennial-aged employees born in …
Congratulations to the Arthrex Scorpions hockey teams for winning not one, but two championship titles this season! The two Scorpions teams played in different leagues every Sunday over the past four months at Germain Arena. Each team won its …
We're highlighting Years of Service trip experiences, like Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor Phil Grzybowski’s recent visit to Thailand and Indonesia, courtesy of Arthrex and its generous benefits.
Phil shares about his trip, “My …
“What can I do to help?” That’s what GIS Business Analyst III Daiane Cabejo-Lopes asked herself after reading about Arthrex's commitment to the dedicated students of the Junior Achievement (JA) Program featured in a recent …
This Memorial Day holds a special meaning for Photography Retoucher Deanna Sakal after taking part in her third Collier County Honor Flight mission on May 13 for 72 WWII and Korean War veterans. Honor Flight provides veterans with a free trip …
“My wife Becca and 4-year-old twin girls, Avery and Addison, just returned from a wonderful trip to Breckenridge, Colorado for a sight-seeing and skiing trip. My wife and I haven’t been skiing in 8 years and this was the first time for …
tips along the way and a grand prize for the team of …
We had the chance to tour the Chichen Itza ruins and swim in some of the sacred cenotes. We also spent a few …
Well-being is reaching new heights at Arthrex, a global leader in orthopedic product development and medical education for orthopaedic surgeons. The Naples-based company recently became a Blue Zones Project Approved™ worksite, joining more than 54 …
As a Senior Quality Control Inspector, Jeff Cherney stands by the quality of Arthrex’s products. Little did he know when he started with the company in 2013, he’d soon be more dependent on that quality than he would have ever realized.
In his …
“On my 10-year trip in October, I flew into Boston and then traveled up to Salem, Gloucester and Rockport, Massachusetts," said Sr. Graphic Designer Tiffany Roarty. "It had been 20 years since I had experienced the fall, so I wanted to see it again. …
“My family and I went on a cruise to St. Thomas, Tortola & Bahamas to celebrate my 15-year wedding anniversary and mine and my wife’s birthdays while on the cruise. My wife’s birthday was on the first day and mine was on the second to last …
When Lisa Taylor first started thinking about moving from Chicago to Southwest Florida, Arthrex hadn’t been on her radar, but learning more about the company’s unique culture through social media piqued her interest.
“I wanted to work for …
Arthrex hosted its annual Years of Service awards ceremonies on Friday, October 28 and recognized an impressive total of 276 employees celebrating five, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years of service!
Two employees hit special milestones this year, Sr. Vice …
“My dad used to polish these years ago,” Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Bioengineering student Jeffrey Seaman exclaimed as Knee Arthroplasty Engineering Manager Scott Sherman passed around an iBalance® total knee …
Working out is a way of life for Elissa Power and her family, especially now that they live in sunny Southwest Florida. During the week, Elissa leads the Program Management Office in Global Information Services at Arthrex. On the weekends, she works out in her …
"It was an absolutely amazing 'Years of Service' trip for my wife and for me," shared CNC Crew Coordinator Marcus Rosado about his five-year Arthrex anniversary trip last month. "We had a wonderful time at Atlantis Paradise Island Royal Tower in …
"This is truly a trip that we will both remember forever, and we couldn’t be more grateful for this opportunity. It was a quality bonding experience with my teenage son. There were places and monuments that he had studied recently in school that …
"What an absolutely amazing 'Years of Service' trip! I got to rediscover part of my past and reconnect with family that I hadn’t seen for 17 years," shared Environmental Health & Safety Claims Coordinator Anette Gray about her …
Arthrex was recently named to the prestigious list of Florida’s Top 100 Best Companies To Work For 2016. One hundred companies were recognized in small, medium and large company categories; Arthrex was named 26th in the …
Arthrex is proud to support educative programs with schools and organizations in the community and around the country that provide our young minds and future workforce with positive experiences to learn, grow and be inspired. This includes …
As part of our mission of Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better, Arthrex provides a limited number of internship, co-op and job shadow opportunities with varying educational requirements for students preparing to enter the …
While back to school time is exciting for most kids, foster children can often feel overwhelmed about starting out the year without basic necessities like new shoes, clothing, backpacks and school supplies. Each year, Arthrex teams up …
Arthrex is very pleased to announce the second anniversary of the Lead Development Program (LDP), a unique series of training classes designed to identify and develop appropriate internal candidates for leadership positions in Packaging.
In the winter of 2014, …
Suits by day, jerseys by night... Did you know Arthrex has their very own hockey team? As a matter of fact, the team's the best in their league! On May 22, the Arthrex Scorpions won their championship game against the Mighty Ducks after a tough …
Arthrex is honored to announce Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE have recognized the company as one of the 100 Best Workplaces For Millennials in the country once again, leaping up the ranks from #91 to #28 this year! Millennials are …
This Independence Day had special meaning for Photography Retoucher Deanna Sakal after recently taking part in Collier County Honor Flight's first all-female veteran mission for 66 "lady heros" ranging in ages from 24 to 95. Arthrex proudly sponsors …
When Knee and Hip Product Manager John Gualdoni began working as an agency representative with Supreme Orthopedics Systems in Washington, DC a decade ago, he never would have imagined where his life would lead him thanks to the opportunities that …
“My trip to Phuket, Thailand was absolutely incredible,” said Arthrex Sous Chef Francis Roy. “I practiced boxing, Muay Thai, and MMA at the Tiger Muay Thai boxing camp on 'The Sol' in the Chalong Area, and have come back home feeling …
“I don’t know any other company that does this for their employees,” shared Resolution Specialist Melissa Ritacco. “I can’t even begin to describe how grateful I am to have an employer that allows me to do things …
On Sunday, June 5, Receiving and Distribution Manager Kristin Jowett, Lab/Exhibits Services Operations Administrator Bonnie Blanchard and Senior Engineering Designer Jerome Gulvas competed in and finished the Naples …
Arthrex is pleased to announce it's been recognized as a Platinum-Level Fit-Friendly Worksite by the American Heart Association (AHA) for the fourth year in a row for the company's efforts in creating a culture of health in …
In May, Research Associate Abigail Nabors had the opportunity to volunteer in a second grade classroom, assisting the students with an engineering project in which they built a weather vane complete with moving parts. Abigail also participated in an …
This Memorial Day, Arthrex is proud to honor veterans and the many employees in our company that have served in the military. Each year, Arthrex sponsors the Collier County Chapter of Honor Flight, an organization that provides war veterans a free trip …
Nearly 2,000 Arthrex employees and their family members came out to enjoy the sixth annual Arthrex Summer Family Fun event at the Marco Island Marriott on Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8. The event provided fun for all ages with …
As one of Michigan State University’s (MSU) most distinguished alumni, the university recently invited Arthrex President and Founder Reinhold Schmieding to speak at its Winter University event, Empower Extraordinary, held at Artis in …
Once again this year, Arthrex has proudly been chosen as one of the 15 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production, moving up the ranking to #3!
To rank on this list, employees evaluated Arthrex through Great Place to Work’s …
“I went on my five-year anniversary trip while I was in my ninth year at Arthrex,” said Graphic Designer II Tiffany Roarty. “I hadn’t gone on a vacation and been away from my three dogs and two cats since 2011. It was a treat to …
“For my five-year anniversary trip, I chose to rent a beautiful home in the Smoky Mountains in Gatlinburg, TN and treat my family to an old-fashioned Christmas together; the kind I used to have when I lived closer to all of them in …
Pete Russano, Director of Supply Chain, and Hasan Kajtezovic, Supply Chain Buyer/Planner II, recently had a unique opportunity to present to a class of undergraduate business students at Florida Gulf Coast University's Lutgert College of …
Knee Product Manager Drew Osika and President and Founder Reinhold Schmieding recently visited Arthrex Manufacturing East (AMIE) in Ave Maria, FL, to personally thank the employees who assemble SpeedCinch, a product that brings all-inside knee …
Discover Arthrex…we are a global medical device company and leader in new product development and medical education in orthopaedics. With a corporate mission of helping surgeons treat their patients better, Arthrex has pioneered the field of …
Arthroplasty Engineer Zach Ingwer had the unique opportunity to be North Naples Middle School's "Principal for a Day" as part of Collier County's annual event in which community members are invited into schools to live a day in the life of a …
Arthrex is pleased to announce Great Place to Work® and Fortune have recognized the company as one of the 50 Best Workplaces For Diversity in the country.
Arthrex was highlighted in particular for its diverse …
Arthrex hosted its annual Years of Service awards ceremony on Thursday, October 27, 2015, and recognized an impressive total of 191 Inc. and AMI employees with 5, 10, 15 and 20 years of service! The 20-year-veterans included Dan Hall, VP of …
Summer camp has come a long way since days spent doing arts and crafts and learning how to build a fire. Over the past few weeks, Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU), with support from Arthrex, held a summer camp program called Coding Academy for …
“I had the opportunity to take my family to Washington DC for a week during the 4th of July last year,” shared Matt McGriff, Senior Arthroplasty Product Manager. “My kids were able to see and experience first-hand many things they have …
Arthrex is honored to announce Great Place to Work® and Fortune have recognized the company as one of the 100 Best Workplaces For Millennials in the country. Millennials are considered the generation that is currently in the 18 to early 30s age …
Nearly 1,700 Arthrex employees and their family members came out to enjoy the fourth annual Arthrex Summer Family Fun Event at the Sun-N-Fun Lagoon on Saturday, June 7, 2015. The event provided fun for all ages with unlimited …
No bones about it, today's kids are smart! Orthobiologics and Vet Systems Director David Shepard had the unique opportunity to present to Veterans Memorial Elementary kindergarten and first grade students in Naples on Wednesday, May 20, 2015."The kids are …
Employees from locations throughout Southwest Florida and California recently gathered for special employee appreciation parties to celebrate Arthrex being named one of the 2015 FORTUNE "100 Best Companies to Work For®." …
After a year’s worth of researching, planning and designing, the new state-of-the-art Digital Media workspace has arrived at Arthrex. A room filled with modern office design concepts is now available to a cross-functional team of software …
Monica Dubroja, Arthrex Medical Center’s new wellness coordinator, shares her story of how she began on a path to wellness and how she hopes to inspire Arthrex employees to do the same.
"I grew up in a small town in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, …
Arthrex Manufacturing Inc. Engineer Kyle Armstrong recently had the unique opportunity to volunteer at Corkscrew Middle School, helping 6th graders design and construct solar-powered cars. The program, aimed at enhancing STEM education (science, …
On March 2, 2015, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection recognized Arthrex Inc. for achieving a 52.5 percent recycling rate in 2014. This is the second consecutive year that Arthrex has been recognized for a recycling rate exceeding …
DaDaDa...DaDaDa —the iconic melody from ESPN’s “Sports Center” is what comes to mind for most as they enter the new Arthrex Studio, now officially completed and in use by the Photography and Audio Visual teams at Arthrex's …
On Saturday,
February 14, 2015 Distal Extremities Senior Engineer Designer Jerome Gulvas and Arthroplasty
Engineering Manager Scott Sherman
went “Over the Edge” for Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida (JA).
Representing Arthrex in this new …
Arthrex was a proud sponsor of the 2015 Face Awards once again this year. The Face Awards, sponsored by Gulfshore Business and D'Latinos magazines, recognizes local businesses and individuals for their commitment to …
Champions
for Learning (CFL), formerly the Education Foundation of Collier County,
celebrated its 25th anniversary with a Night of Champions event January 28,
2015 to honor companies like Arthrex and individuals who have made an …
While growing up in Immokalee, FL then attending Florida Gulf Coast University, Data Coordinator Daniel Reyna always imagined he’d begin his career and one day raise a family in his home state. But when Danny graduated and wasn’t able …
Arthrex has been chosen as one of the People’s Picks: 15 Great Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production by Great Place to Work®’s Great Rated!™ survey. Employee satisfaction is essential to our company and is a key …
Last
summer, more than 950 randomized Arthrex employees participated in the Great Place to
Work® survey, and based on these results, Arthrex has been Great Rated! This online review
tells the story of workplace culture to job seekers from the viewpoint …
Kevin Fowler, AMI employee relations specialist, had the opportunity to be "Principal for a Day" at Estates Elementary School on October 30, 2014. As principal, Kevin toured the school, shadowed teachers and met students. He shares more about …
Senior Sports Clinical Specialist George Rego, MPH, PA-C, has been named the 2015-2016 President of the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants (FAPA), the statewide professional association of PAs. FAPA's 7,000 …
Arthrex is pleased to officially welcome Dr. Christopher Adams as Director of Medical Education. Adams completed his orthopaedic residency at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN and his sports medicine fellowship …
Power" themed canoe once …
As a global company that designs and manufactures orthopaedic medical devices, Arthrex is committed to making people's lives better around the world. We are passionate about developing quality products that help surgeons treat their patients better, and the …
In late 2009, the Arthrex Manufacturing Apprentice Program (AMAP) was introduced and the program has now reached a significant milestone: the
inaugural apprentices have graduated and are now full-time machinists at Arthrex! …
Arthrex is pleased to announce that Sous Chef Francis Roy has achieved Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCC) by the American Culinary Federation. The CCC certification is awarded to chefs meeting specific educational, written and practical test …
According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), each year, more than 3.5 million children ages 14 and younger are treated for sports-related injuries, making the prevention of such injuries a top priority in the sports and healthcare …
As the No. 1 killer of American men and women, heart disease affects the lives of many Arthrex employees and their families. For this reason, Arthrex is a proud local cause sponsor of the Go Red For Women® movement, among other American Heart Association …
Arthrex Meeting and Event Coordinator Kathleen Meek has a special connection to the Sochi Winter Olympics. Her brother Patrick will be competing in the men's 5,000 meter speed skating event on the U.S. Olympic Team with the possibility of also competing in …
Sandy Santos, senior employee relations specialist at AMIE, had the opportunity to be
"Principal for the Day" at Corkscrew Elementary on November 8, 2013. As principal, Sandy worked with teachers to set goals for
the school year, anchor the morning news, and …
In celebration of Veteran's Day last month, the sacrifices our local veterans have made for this country
were honored as 52 Southwest Florida Veterans traveled to Washington, D.C. for
the first Honor Flight of the Collier County chapter. Honor Flight Network, an
organization established in …
Arthrex is pleased to announce that Chef William Blum recently achieved his CEC (Certified Executive Chef) certification by the American Culinary Federation. CEC certification is awarded to individuals meeting specific educational and …