Parcels of Info, An NDC Podcast

In this podcast, Becky reveals her passion for purpose driven work and its contribution to saving lives.

Taura Prosek from Stewart Leadership talks about how executive coaching has become a much-needed tool in anyone’s toolbox looking for employment fulfillment, advancement and confirmation.

Rebecca Lodge from Thomas Scientific talks about her earlier career as an equestrian vaulter. It not only lead her to a career in healthcare, but also shaped who she is today.

NDC’s very special guest, Breanna Johnson, Vice President, Soni Enterprise Tennessee, discusses Soni’s disruption of the human capital management space, how she got into the business and some of the leaders who have inspired her work ethic and passion that allows her to continue helping others.

Colton Mason, SVP, Supreme Medical, shares his unique story including early times with The Band Perry and a memorable meeting with Gretchen Wilson. Colton also talks about inspiring, resilient mentors that have helped shape his journey as well as his most important inspiration, his family.

Ian Fardy sits down with Greg Matthews, NDC’s Director of Inside Sales, to talk about his incredible career at Sony Music, some of the musicians he worked with and – to top it all off – he shares a touching story about his father’s induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame and his time with the “The King”, Elvis Presley.

Ian Fardy talks with 36-year veteran of NDC, Paul Barney. Paul shares stories from his career including his first day at ABCO, some of the people he has met along the way and tells us about how he still loves helping the independent distributor in his new role in the NuEdge department of NDC.

Many of you know Joel Rich and his incredible career at GOJO, but do you know the Start of the Story? Ian Fardy sits down with Joel Rich to talk about his journey, some of the influencers he has had and where it all began, from the hardwood to the brickyard to helping people live healthier.

Ian Fardy talks with Emily Wilburn, CEO of Wilburn Medical USA, about her path taken to lead a 25-year-old company and how her faith not only helps guide her daily but how it inspired her to give back to the community, serve others and grow Wilburn Medical USA into one of the Nation’s 50 fastest growing women owned businesses.

NDC sits down with PWH founders and visionaries, Dr. Anne Eiting Klamar, Midmark’s Chair of the Board, and Cindy Juhas, CME’s Chief Strategy Officer, to discuss the need, benefits and importance of diversity in leadership. Since its inception, Professional Women in Healthcare (PWH) has empowered women to lead and succeed – and nearly two decades later – continues to build towards a culturally...

NDC chats with long-time industry friend and independent country music artist, Dave Wilbert, about his journey and commitment to pursuing his musical dream while juggling real-life challenges. His inspiring story captures the independent spirit NDC and our distributors know so well — remaining fiercely persistent and understanding that even struggles can present opportunities. From tree stand cata...

In this session from NDC Exhibition 2021, #ChallengeAccepted, Jen Widerstrom , entrepreneur and founder of GetUP CBD, sat down with NDC to talk career, nutrition, exercise, mental well-being and, most importantly, having fun during this crazy stress-filled time. Jen is a television star and wellness industry leader as the Fitness Director of SHAPE Magazine and former undefeated coach on NBC’s The...

Health o meter’s Kurt Rosinski, Director of National Accounts, and Ken Harris, Executive VP of Sales and Marketing, share with listeners their recent experiences meeting customer service demands in a virtual world. The pair give insight on the changes within HOM over the past 18 months, the company’s approach to building a proactive customer service department, pandemic-caused changes they’ve seen...

This episode’s guest is John Prior, Senior Marketing Manager for Hillrom’s Vision Screening and Diagnostics division, who shares his knowledge on diabetic retinopathy solutions and the DR innovations Hillrom has pioneered. John explores the growing problem that is diabetic retinopathy in the U.S., the importance of getting regular screenings, the ins and outs of the RetinaVue care delivery model a...

Long-standing friends, Steve Martin, Senior Vice President of Supplier Management at NDC, and Jack Moran, Managing Partner at MTMC, share their takeaways from the past 16 months of maintaining relationships while working remotely. The guests discuss what the post-pandemic world will look like within the healthcare supply chain, the implications of all business interactions switching to virtual med...

On this week’s Parcels of Info episode, Bill Smith, President of the Vaccines & Pharmaceuticals division at NDC, shares his knowledge and expertise from 25 years in the vaccine/pharma industry. Bill gives listeners an inside look at what he’s seeing within the current COVID vaccine market, followed by a conversation on the topic of vaccine confidence as it relates to COVID-19 vs. other vaccine...

Experienced clinicians Chrystalbelle Rogers , Clinical Director for Mölnlycke Post-Acute, and Dr. Jean Cefalu , full-time Nurse Practitioner at New Orleans VA Medical Center/adjunct Clinical Instructor for LSU Health Science Center’s School of Nursing, join Liz on this episode to discuss both the challenges and the impact of COVID with a focus on pressure-injury management. Dr. Cefalu and Chr...

In this week’s Parcels of Info episode, Thomas D. Schwieterman M.D. (Dr. Tom), Vice President of Clinical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer for Midmark Corporation, speaks with Liz on “The Impact of Telehealth: What’s Ahead for In-Person Patient-Physician Interactions?” Dr. Tom gives listeners important insight on the future of care management, telehealth and the physician’s office, how COVID is c...

Joe Grispo , Chief Sales Officer for B. Braun Medical, joins Liz and Ian Fardy , Vice President of Marketing for NDC, in a conversation surrounding B. Braun’s experience with IV solution supply and demand throughout the pandemic. The three explore key issues caused by COVID-19 from the manufacturer standpoint, how the company was able to keep up with supply alongside heightened demand, ways to bes...

Thought leaders from Health Industry Distributors Association (HIDA) join Liz on this episode to talk through the first 100 days of a new federal administration. Linda Rouse O’Neill , HIDA’s Vice President of Government Affairs, and Mary Beth Spencer , HIDA’s Director of Government Affairs, share supply chain-specific news related to the first leg of President Biden’s administration. The pair focu...

In this moving Parcels of Info episode, Deb McElhinney, Founder and CEO of American Military Family, and John St. Leger, President and CEO of Marathon Medical, speak in depth with Liz about the realities and importance of philanthropy during challenging times. The two friends share firsthand accounts of their experiences dealing with volatile veterans amid a pandemic, the effects quarantine has ha...

Brad Thompson, Chairman of the HIDA Lab Council and Vice President of Supplier Management for NDC, sits down with Liz to discuss the current status of COVID-19 testing and lab supplies across the country.  Brad shares insights on where the U.S. stands with testing, vaccine distribution and its relation to antibody testing volumes, information on the 2021 COVID Relief Legislation, the impacts...

Alex Gumbs, Vice President of The Channel Partner Group and Member of Cardinal Health’s Diversity & Inclusion Council, joins Liz in an important conversation about his experience with leadership and diversity in the remote workplace. Alex weighs in on how the transition to working from home will shift how we operate in the future, along with his experience taking on a leadership role during th...

Scott Adams, Publisher of Repertoire Magazine and Managing Partner at Share Moving Media, shares with Liz his insight on how 2020 looked through the eyes of the distribution rep. Scott touches on the future of industry meetings, innovations we’ve learned from sales reps over the past year, how sales reps are connecting with customers today, and what is going on with health systems around the count...

Jason Ghanny, Senior Marketing Manager of Alternate Care for Ansell, sits down with Liz on this episode to discuss the pandemic’s effects on glove demand within the PPE market. Jason addresses key factors affecting why this shortage is happening, current market conditions, alternative polymers that will be widely available, the best gloves to use for various settings, and offers a number of educat...