Jefferson Economic Council Honors CaridianBCT with Pioneer Award
CaridianBCT to receive the 2008 Pioneer Award, JEC's top achievement honor
LAKEWOOD, Colo.—March 24, 2009— CaridianBCT, a leading global provider of technology, products and services in automated blood collections, therapeutic apheresis and cell therapy systems, whole blood processes and pathogen reduction technologies, today announced that David Perez, president and chief executive officer, will accept the top industry award from the county commissioner at the Jefferson Economic Council (JEC) breakfast ceremony on March 26, 2009 at the Arvada Center.
The JEC bestowed CaridianBCT with their top achievement award, the 2008 Pioneer Award, in recognition of CaridianBCT’s steadfast commitment to Colorado’s vibrant healthcare industry and dedication to innovation and product development.
“CaridianBCT has truly shined in the past year and has made significant strides in the industry,” said Preston Gibson, president and chief executive officer of the JEC. “With their history within Jefferson County and their commitment and dedication to the community, CaridianBCT is the perfect company to receive our top industry award.”
“We are honored to be recognized by the JEC for our commitment to facilitating the growth of the bioscience and medical device industry in Colorado,” said David Perez, president and chief executive officer of CaridianBCT. “We remain dedicated to the Lakewood community, with our global corporate offices headquartered in the backyard of the Rocky Mountains, as we continue to further our vision of ‘For Better Blood and Better Lives’.”
About CaridianBCT:
CaridianBCT is the leading global provider of innovative technologies and services specializing in automated blood collections, therapeutic apheresis and cell therapy systems, whole blood processes and pathogen reduction technologies. The company serves patients through its commitment to better blood and better lives by developing and commercializing products that serve global customers in the blood banking, therapeutic apheresis and transfusion medicine industries.
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Contact:
Tarra Ryerson, Manager of Global Corporate Communications
Mobile: +1 303.205.2561
press@caridianbct.com