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NJ Advance Media Names PDI INC A Winner of the New Jersey Top Workplaces 2024 Award

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Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, February 16, 2024 – PDI Inc. has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2024 honor by NJ.com Top Workplaces. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling “Respected & Supported,” “Enabled to Grow,” and “Empowered to Execute,” to name a few.

“We are thrilled to be named a Top Workplace in NJ,” said Sandra Valentin, Senior Director of Human Resources for PDI. “This achievement is a testament to the dedication, hard work, and positive energy our associates bring every day. We have something very special at PDI–a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and an inclusive workplace culture that has made our organization a truly remarkable place to work and develop. We are committed to ensuring PDI remains a place where our associates and customers feel valued, supported, and inspired.”

“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”

Founded in 1977, PDI has a strong heritage of innovation and commitment to partners, sustainability, and the community. PDI spearheaded the development of many of the industry’s most important infection prevention solutions, including the first alcohol prep pad and germicidal disposable wipe.

PDI’s trusted portfolio of products are used daily with patients, restaurant and hospitality customers and staff. That’s why PDI has the #1 disinfectant wipe in healthcare , the #1 hand wipe in healthcare1 as well as the #1 brand, Sani Professional, in food service wipes . In 2019, PDI acquired a majority share of Tru-D® Smart UVC, a pioneer in the UVC disinfection industry, and maker of the first UVC robot.

About PDI Inc.
PDI is dedicated to leading the fight against preventable infections in healthcare, foodservice and our communities. Driven by a commitment to research, quality and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training and support to help prevent infections and save lives. Because of what we do every day, someone’s Mother, Brother, Father, Son, Sister, Aunt, Uncle, Child or Lover won’t get sick, die or suffer.

About Energage
Making the world a better place to work togetherTM. Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 18 years of culture research and the results from 27 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.

PDI Appoints Firas Abulaban as Vice President of Quality

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Infection Prevention Leader Increases Quality Investments to Support Business Growth and Scalability

WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ, June 7, 2021 — PDI, a global leader in infection prevention product and service solutions, today announced the appointment of Firas Abulaban as Vice President of Quality. Quality assurance continues to be an area of significant investment for PDI in support of the company’s accelerating growth in its current and multiple new product and service categories. Abulaban will lead PDI’s day-to-day quality operations with focus on serving its customers, improving quality systems, and designing, manufacturing, and marketing safe and effective products that meet all customer and regulatory requirements.

“On behalf of our shareholders, board, and management team, I am thrilled to welcome Firas to PDI,” said Kent Davies, President and Chief Operating Officer, PDI. “Firas’s intimate knowledge of manufacturing and quality systems for drug products, and his extensive background in continuous improvement, represent critical competencies to drive on-going success at PDI as we continue to grow and expand to meet evolving customer needs. His leadership, drive to execute, and acute focus on talent and culture will be highly additive to achieving PDI’s mission and goals.”

Abulaban is an experienced quality and operations leader, having held roles of increasing responsibility in the U.S. and internationally at Sun Pharmaceuticals, Pfizer, Hospira and Boehringer-Ingelheim. Most recently, Abulaban held the position of Vice President of Quality at Sun Pharmaceuticals, responsible for leading all quality assurance, quality control and quality systems for their network of facilities in India.

“Quality assurance is one of the most essential promises a company can make to its customers and the people they serve. It is an important facet of any regulated business, and particularly one like PDI that develops critical products and services built on the promise of protection,” said Abulaban. “It is an exciting time to join this rapidly growing organization, and I look forward to supporting PDI’s mission by delivering safe and effective products that reduce preventable infections and help save lives.”

PDI takes a multi-pronged approach to innovation including through organic product development, acquisitions and partnerships, and enhancements to its existing line of market-leading products and value-added services. The company has been at the forefront of infection prevention since 1977 and spearheaded the introduction of many of the industry’s most important infection prevention solutions. Today, PDI offers a full line of FDA and EPA regulated infection prevention products for healthcare, food service and community environments. In 2020, the company remained committed to supporting customer pandemic response efforts by expanding efficacy claims on its EPA regulated disinfectants against SARS-CoV-2 and by ensuring a resilient supply of its FDA regulated drug and device products for, further emphasizing its legacy of clinical leadership and trusted advice and service to its customers.

About PDI
PDI is dedicated to leading the fight against preventable infections in healthcare, foodservice and our communities. Driven by a commitment to research, quality and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training and support to help prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. PDI operates three customer facility business units, PDI Healthcare, Sani Professional and PDI Contract Manufacturing. Visit WeArePDI.com for more information

Practical Dermatology – Wet Wipe Applicators: Exploring the Future of Topical Drug Delivery

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Practical Dermatology recently published an article written by Lawrence J. Green, MD, entitled “Wet Wipe Applicators: Exploring the Future of Topical Drug Deliver.”

In this article, Dr. Green reviews the science of premoistened wipes and explores potential applications for dermatology patient care.

Excerpt from the article: “The Pre-medicated wipes represent a potentially convenient, cost-effective, and precise delivery option for a variety of topical medications, and dermatologists should anticipate new products coming to market.”

Read more.

PDI Appoints Keyne Monson as Chief Commercial Officer

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Infection Prevention Leader Adds New Role Focused on Delivering Product Innovation, Service Excellence, and Supply Solutions to Meet Rapidly Evolving Customer Needs and Accelerating Market Growth

 WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ, December 2, 2020 — PDI, a global leader in infection prevention product and service solutions, today announced the appointment of Keyne Monson as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Monson will lead the company’s commercial strategy across PDI’s Healthcare, Sani Professional®, and Contract Manufacturing divisions as part of its ongoing mission to prevent infections, meet evolving customer needs, and, ultimately, save lives. This newly-created role will oversee accelerating investments in product innovation, clinical efficacy, sales leadership, and channel support while ensuring a productive application of capabilities across PDI’s growing portfolio of businesses, and delivering outstanding service to its customers.

“On behalf of our shareholders, board, and management team, I am thrilled to welcome Keyne to PDI,” said Kent Davies, President and Chief Operating Officer, PDI. “Keyne’s leadership and depth of commercial experience will be essential as we continue to navigate the requirements of a rapidly expanding infection prevention market.  His successful track record of driving growth through product, service, and business model innovation will be instrumental as we execute our commercial strategy and deliver on the rapidly-evolving requirements of our customers and the multiple market segments and individuals that they serve.”

“Keyne will be an outstanding addition to the PDI leadership team and a great business partner for his customers and colleagues,” continued Davies.  “Keyne’s close alignment of mission, culture, and capabilities are a strong fit for our company and those we seek to serve.”

Prior to joining PDI, Monson most recently held key global leadership roles as Vice President and General Manager at Becton Dickinson (BD), leading their $1 billion Peripheral IV Catheter business, and at Bard, managing the Access Systems international business. Monson received a B.S. in statistics from Brigham Young University and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

“There has never been a more important and exciting time to join PDI and support its essential mission of fighting preventable infections in our communities,” said Monson. “I look forward to working alongside this dedicated and creative multi-functional team and with our talented field-based organization as we accelerate the delivery of our commercial capabilities and a growing array of product and service solutions to meet the needs of our customers.”

PDI has been at the forefront of infection prevention since 1977 and spearheaded the development of many of the industry’s most important infection prevention solutions. Today, the company takes a multi-pronged approach to innovation including organic new product development, acquisitions and partnerships, and ongoing enhancements to its existing line of market-leading products and value-added services. This is evident with the recent product launches of the Profend® Nasal Decolonization Kit and Sani-Cloth® Prime Wipes, as well as the company’s first germicidal sprays with Sani-Professional®, Sani-24® and Sani-Hypercide™ products. In 2019, PDI expanded into capital equipment and related services with the acquisition of Tru-D® SmartUVC, a pioneer in the UVC disinfection industry and maker of the first UVC robot, adding valuable breadth to PDI’s pandemic response efforts. This year, PDI’s disinfectant products received EPA approval for its claims against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, further supporting its legacy of clinical leadership and trusted advice to its customers.

About PDI
PDI is dedicated to leading the fight against preventable infections in healthcare, foodservice and our communities. Driven by a commitment to research, quality and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training and support to help prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. PDI operates three customer facility business units, PDI Healthcare, Sani Professional® and PDI Contract Manufacturing. Visit WeArePDI.com for more information.

 

 

Contract Pharma Magazine: Wet Wipes Increased Prevalence in Drug Development

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John Waddell, Business Development Director (Pharma), PDI Contract Manufacturing, recently published an article, Wet Wipes Increased Prevalence in Drug Development, in Contract Pharma magazine. The article discusses the evolution of wipes and highlights the clinical and patient and provider-oriented benefits for wipes in the topical prescription drug market.

Excerpt from article: Patient preference and convenience are two key growth drivers for wet wipes in drug development. Recent market research conducted by AYTM market research concluded that two out of three patients prefer wet wipes to traditional topical creams, ointments, lotions, or gels. The majority of all patients agreed with all of the following statements:

  • Wipes allow for more targeted, localized drug delivery with less potential for side effects;
  • Individual packages for each wipe are more convenient and preferable to large tubes or jars;
  • Wipes are a more discrete, portable packaging for use outside of your home;
  • Application with wipes allows better limitation of application only to the area where the medicine is needed; and
  • Wipes are less messy and less likely to spread to unwanted areas or get on clothes, etc.

Click here to read full article.

2020 Global Corporate Social Responsibility Report

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In honor of Climate Week 2020, PDI announces the publishing of its first global Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report in collaboration with sister company, Nice-Pak, a pioneer and global leader in the production of wet wipes. The report, Together for Health and Life, covers worldwide performance and efforts across Nice-Pak, Nice Pak International, and PDI.

For four generations, the family-owned businesses have been dedicated to product quality, leading-edge research and development, and excellence in customer service.  Outlined in the report, there are three strategic pillars that ground the companies’ CSR vision:

  • Advancing the health, safety, and wellbeing of our associates, our customers, consumers, and communities through our products, workplace standards, and social and ethical standards.
  • A commitment to sustaining our environment through innovation and continuous improvement across all stages of the product life cycle.
  • Supporting communities economically and socially with an unwavering commitment to improving every life that we touch.

Climate Week, an event that brings together companies and governments to collaborate and showcase climate action, serves as a backdrop for the release of the report, which marks the beginning of a new phase of corporate social responsibility for the companies. As part of the effort, a governance structure has been formed that includes a CSR steering committee to develop and manage working groups across the organizations in preparation for the next decade of social responsibility.

Click here to view the report.

PDI Appoints Michael Yang, Ph.D., as New Head of Research and Development

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Infection Prevention Leader Commits to Advancing Innovative Product & Service Solutions for Healthcare, Food Safety and Public Health Environments as Market Demand Surges

WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ, September 22, 2020 — PDI, a global leader in infection prevention product and service solutions, today announced the appointment of Michael Yang, Ph.D., as Senior Vice President of Research and Development (R&D). Dr. Yang will lead PDI’s growing R&D organization focusing on innovative solutions that address the critical needs of today’s healthcare, food safety, and public health markets as part of the company’s mission to prevent infections, serve its customers and, ultimately, save lives.

“Michael brings a deep orientation to customer-inspired innovation and customer-valued technology solutions,” said Kent Davies, President and Chief Operating Officer, PDI. “As we continue to navigate the challenges of the current pandemic, PDI is even more focused on protecting the health of the customers and communities we serve. We are proud to strengthen PDI’s R&D expertise with Michael’s vast experience leading corporate technology strategy and new product portfolio development as we advance our growth strategy and rapidly respond to meet our customers’ evolving needs.”

Dr. Yang joins PDI after holding progressively responsible R&D leadership roles in leading global companies such as Cardiovascular Systems, Johnson & Johnson, and Abbott Labs / St. Jude Medical. He has also served as a consultant and advisor to several established and emerging medical technology firms expanding their product portfolios and advancing their product development programs and processes. Most recently, Dr. Yang was the Vice President, Global Product Development and Program Management Office, Specialty Surgical Division, a $1B+ division of Integra Life Sciences. Dr. Yang received a Bachelor of Science in materials physics and holds a Master of Science in physics and a doctorate in mechanical engineering from Marquette University.

“Joining PDI at this crucial “moment’ for the infection prevention market provides an exciting challenge and a timely opportunity to leverage my extensive product development experience to help further enhance the company’s portfolio and meet growing customer needs,” said Dr. Yang. “PDI’s commitment to customers and progressive approach to product and service innovation reinforce my enthusiasm for joining this unique infection prevention platform as it leads the fight against preventable infections in our communities.”

PDI has been at the forefront of infection prevention since 1977 and has spearheaded the development of many of the industry’s most important infection prevention solutions. Today, the company takes a multi-pronged approach to innovation including organic new product development, acquisitions and technology partnerships, and ongoing enhancements to its existing line of market-leading products and value-added services. This is evident with the recent product launches of the Profend® Nasal Decolonization Kit and Sani-Cloth® Prime Wipes, as well as the company’s first germicidal sprays with Sani-Professional®, Sani-24® and Sani-Hypercide™ products. Last year, PDI expanded into capital equipment and related services with the acquisition of Tru-D® SmartUVC, a pioneer in the UVC disinfection industry and maker of the first UVC robot, adding valuable breadth to PDI’s pandemic response efforts. PDI has also announced the positive results of testing its disinfectant products against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, as part of its legacy of clinical leadership and trusted advice to its customers.

About PDI
PDI is dedicated to leading the fight against preventable infections in healthcare, foodservice and our communities. Driven by a commitment to research, quality and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training and support to help prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. PDI operates three customer facility business units, PDI Healthcare, Sani Professional® and PDI Contract Manufacturing. Visit WeArePDI.com for more information.

PDI Sponsors C. Diff. Foundation 2k Awareness Walk

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PDI is proud to be a Gold Sponsor for the 4th Annual Global C. Diff. Foundation Awareness 2k Walk. On September 12, the C. Diff. foundation will be hosting a three-hour virtual walk in support of their continued efforts to bring awareness to C. difficile. Starting at 9am EST, participants can enjoy a scenic walk through one of four U.S. states:  Florida, New Jersey, Michigan and Pennsylvania! And, for those super kids in your life, there will be a Superhero Virtual show that also begins at 9am.

All Registered Awareness Walkers will receive a T-Shirt, Sponsor Literature, Giveaways, and more. For more information and to register for this event, please click here.

To learn more about the C. Diff. Foundation, click here.

PDI and Nice-Pak Associates Participate in Annual Giving Initiatives through Onsite and Remote Community Service

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Rockland and Bergen-based sister companies dedicate the day for associates to give back to local communities

ORANGEBURG, NY and WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ, June 18, 2020 – Associates of PDI, a global leader in infection prevention products and solutions, and Nice-Pak, the pioneer and leading producer of wet wipes, are participating today in volunteer activities both onsite and remotely, as part of the companies’ initiatives to help support local communities. With a long history of giving back through community engagement, donations, and volunteer efforts, this year will mark PDI’s 9th annual “Be the Difference®” Day as well as the 1st annual “Nice-Pak Proud” event.

“These last few months have presented us with tremendous challenges but also extraordinary opportunities to give back,” said Robert P. Julius, Chief Executive Officer, Nice-Pak. “We wanted to give our associates, working both in our facilities and remotely, the opportunity to do something meaningful for their local communities and organizations during this unprecedented time.”

In 2012, the Rockland County local government proclaimed June 18 as “PDI Be the Difference®” Day in recognition of the company’s many social and economic contributions to the community and its decades of service.  This year, at PDI’s Orangeburg manufacturing plant, associates are assembling 850 “Blizzard Bags” for the Rockland County-based Meals On Wheels organization. These vital “Blizzard Bags” contain a full day’s supply of nonperishable food, including tuna fish, soup, almond milk, cereal, apple juice and diced fruit and are used for homebound Rockland County residents.

Additionally, PDI and Nice-Pak associates working remotely are devoting time to causes they are passionate about. Associates are participating in a wide range of volunteer activities, including donating used books to a local library, cleaning up trash in a neighborhood or nearby park, volunteering at a soup kitchen, bringing blankets to a homeless shelter, mowing an elderly neighbor’s lawn, fostering shelter animals, and organizing a collection for food pantries.

“It’s an honor to have PDI’s commitment to supporting the local community formally recognized,” said Zachary T. Julius, Chief Executive Officer, PDI. “Our associates look forward to the annual tradition of giving back to the community, and by partnering with Nice-Pak and their “Nice-Pak Proud” event, we are able to have an even bigger impact for those in need.”

Photos of associates helping others and making a difference are available at wearepdi.com/news.

About PDI

PDI is dedicated to leading the fight against preventable infections in healthcare, foodservice and our communities. Driven by a commitment to research, quality and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training and support to help prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. PDI has three divisions, PDI Healthcare, Sani Professional® and PDI Contract Manufacturing. Visit WeArePDI.com to learn more.

About NICE-PAK

Headquartered in Orangeburg, NY, Nice-Pak is a global leader in the manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of pre-moistened wipes. Since 1957, Nice-Pak and its family of companies have been the go-to choice for surface and skin hygiene in hospitals, restaurants, and homes around the world. The portfolio of Nice-Pak brands includes Nice N Clean®, Grime Boss®, and Wet-Nap®.  Visit Nicepak.com to learn more.

PDI Announces New Appointments to Board of Directors

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New Directors Enhance Customer Supply Chain, Global Business System, and Technology Expertise to Guide Infection Prevention Growth & Innovation

WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ, JUNE 17, 2020 — PDI, a global leader in infection prevention products and solutions, today announced the appointment of two new members to the company’s board of directors. The appointments of Jody Hatcher, former President of Vizient’s Supply Chain Services, and Filippo Passerini, former Procter & Gamble Group President Global Services, add key strategic guidance and leadership to build upon PDI’s clinical expertise, solution-oriented product offerings, and trusted advisor position.

The announcement of the two new board members comes at a pivotal time of growth and expansion for PDI. In recent years, PDI has experienced significant organic growth through focused efforts to expand in acute healthcare, environmental services, healthcare alternate site, and food safety markets globally. PDI also continues to innovate through partnerships and acquisitions.  The company acquired a majority share in Tru-D® SmartUVC in 2019, extending its product line to now include a durable equipment and services platform, adding to its portfolio of “layered solutions” for its infection prevention customers. Importantly, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, PDI has played a critical role in supplying essential cleaning and disinfecting products to help protect lives worldwide.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jody Hatcher and Filippo Passerini to our board of directors as we continue to enhance and expand PDI’s capabilities and footprint,” said Zachary T. Julius, Chief Executive Officer, PDI. “These new members bring deep knowledge and decades of leadership experience in customer supply chain, global business systems, and technology solutions across a diverse spectrum of global markets. Their passion for our mission and expert guidance will be invaluable as PDI continues to innovate and deliver infection prevention tools that address the challenges we face today and may face in the future.”

These appointments bring PDI’s total board membership to seven. Additional information about the PDI board of directors can be found at wearepdi.com/boardofdirectors.

About Jody Hatcher

Jody Hatcher is the former president and chief executive officer of Novation, which was merged in 2015 with VHA and UHC to form Vizient, the largest member-driven, healthcare performance improvement company in the country. While at Vizient, Hatcher served as president of supply chain services, leading the vast majority of Vizient’s diverse supply chain businesses. He is a board member of PartsSource, Inc and served on the board of Provista from 2016 to 2019. Hatcher earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and an MBA from the University of Dallas.

About Filippo Passerini

Filippo Passerini is a shared services and digital technology strategist with more than 30 years of business-building experience with Procter & Gamble. He served as Group President of Global Business Services and Chief Information Officer, leading P&G’s global organization, and overseeing technology and business services operations in more than 70 countries. He currently serves as a global operating executive, consultant, and educator with affiliations at McKinsey, Columbia University, MIP-Politecnico of Milan, and advisor to several global companies. He serves on the Boards of United Rentals Inc. and Integer. Passerini’s strategies, principles and ideas have been included in numerous books, articles and the Harvard Business Review. He earned a degree in Statistics and Operations Research from La Sapienza, University of Rome.

About PDI
PDI is dedicated to leading the fight against preventable infections in healthcare, foodservice and our communities. Driven by a commitment to research, quality and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training and support to help prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. PDI has three divisions, PDI Healthcare, Sani Professional® and PDI Contract Manufacturing. Visit WeArePDI.com for more information.

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