MD Publishing returned to Milwaukee to host an HTM Mixer for the second year in a row.
The HTM Mixer is similar to the biannual MD Expo with a slightly modified, smaller, shorter-duration and less-crowded schedule that allows for continuing education, networking and vendor engagement opportunities. The HTM Mixer Milwaukee was supported by the Wisconsin Biomedical Association (WBA) with more than 200 industry professionals in attendance.
Gundersen Health System Manager of Clinical Engineering Melissa Wilke, CBET, praised the opportunity to attend two HTM Mixers in two years.
“The Wisconsin Biomedical Association (WBA) was very fortunate the HTM Mixer was once again in its backyard, Milwaukee,” Wilke, who serves as the WBA treasurer, said. “The success of last year’s event brought all of us back to experience the education and fun in 2021.”
“My expectations are consistently exceeded each year I attend a mixer. MD Publishing brings incredibly renowned HTM speakers to enrich our education. The education tracks cover current topics that are applicable to anyone in the HTM field at any point in their career,” she added. “The vendors put on an incredible show of support. They took time to share their expertise, answer lots of questions and build a relationship with each attendee.”
ProHealth Care Director of HTM and Biomedical Engineering Rob Bundick echoed Wilke’s enthusiasm for the HTM Mixer.
“The HTM Mixer was smaller allowing more time to be spent with key vendors and not having to rush like larger vendor shows. Both the educational classes and vendor show was excellent,” Bundick said.
“This is an event where we network with people. We meet up with vendors, with your local reps. You are going to meet your future employers and it is a regionalized event,” Justin Barbour from the Better Biomed YouTube channel told MedWrench during an interview.
“You should participate in your local HTM Mixer because it is going to be regional and very important to you,” Barbour added.
Wilke applauded the MD Publishing team for its support of the HTM community.
“John Krieg, Kristin Leavoy and their team are extraordinary hosts. They make everyone feel welcome to the HTM Mixer by personally greeting attendees at registration and all the way through to the happy hour reception,” Wilke said. “Overall, the WBA is indebted to John and his team. The growth in the HTM field would not be possible without them. The WBA has honored MD Publishing with the 2021 Lifetime Benefactor Award for their unwavering support, commitment to growth and acknowledgment of HTM professionals everywhere. From all of us in Wisconsin, thank you for another memorable event!”
Wilke stressed the value in attending an HTM Mixer and encouraged biomeds to strongly consider the next HTM Mixer being held September 9-10 in Kansas City.
“Don’t waste another minute thinking about attending a mixer. Just sign up! These free events are there for you to enhance your HTM knowledge, connect with other professionals and have a great time,” Wilke said. “Be the one in your hospital to bring back the excitement from having attended a mixer.”
When asked for the advice he would give anyone who is considering the Kansas City Mixer, Bundick said, “I would encourage them to attend. Both for personal and professional growth. The Mixer is an excellent opportunity to learn, network and share knowledge.”
For more information, visit htmmixer.com.
