The TAG Awards Elevate MD&M East, Fueling a New Era of MedTech Innovation and Collaboration
The recent MD&M East event, a long-standing cornerstone for the medical design and manufacturing community, experienced an unprecedented surge of energy and focus with the highly successful debut of the TAG Awards for MedTech. This inaugural awards program significantly enhanced the trade show's value, transforming it into an even more powerful catalyst for MedTech advancement and critical industry discussions.
MD&M East has always been the definitive gathering point for showcasing cutting-edge components, manufacturing processes, and digital health solutions. However, the introduction of the TAG Awards added a vital layer of purpose and recognition, shifting the narrative from one of exhibition and sharing of ideas through presentations to also include an active celebration and validation of groundbreaking work.
"The TAG Awards were established to shine a direct spotlight on the 'incredible things' happening in MedTech and healthcare, providing a powerful platform for companies to showcase their groundbreaking advancements," stated Justin Starbird, Co-Founder of the TAG Awards and CEO of The Aebli Group, the driving force behind the awards. "By partnering with MD&M East, we ensured that the most innovative solutions received unparalleled visibility among industry leaders, investors, and potential collaborators. This synergy is designed to elevate brands, enhance reputations, and establish undeniable credibility, truly accelerating the pace of innovation within the MedTech ecosystem."
The rigorous evaluation process of the TAG Awards, based on criteria such as novelty, design, value, impact, and execution, ensures that only the most transformative solutions are honored. This meticulous selection not only elevates the winning companies but also sets a new benchmark for excellence across the industry. The direct integration of the awards with MD&M East allowed winners to immediately leverage their recognition on the show floor, fostering dynamic connections and opening doors to new partnerships.
Further enhancing the event's intellectual capital was a compelling fireside chat featuring esteemed judges Tor Alden, a veteran in medical product design, and Omar Ford, Editor-in-Chief of Medical Device + Diagnostics Industry (MD+DI). This discussion provided invaluable insights into current trends and future directions in MedTech, directly benefiting attendees by highlighting critical industry challenges and opportunities.
The conversation highlighted key shifts, including the growing role of patients as active healthcare consumers and the rapid adoption of digital health and artificial intelligence. Crucially, the judges emphasized the paramount importance of reimbursement for MedTech companies, a topic vital for market success that was brought to the forefront for all attendees.
The inaugural TAG Awards at MD&M East, complemented by the vibrant exposition and insightful discussions, marked a significant milestone for the MedTech community. It not only celebrated current achievements but also powerfully underscored MD&M East's role as a driving force for ingenuity and dedication. This new synergy promises to accelerate the development of solutions that will shape a healthier future.
A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU from the TAG Team to the MD&M Staff, including Group Event Director, Steve Everly, Event Manager, Morgan Grubb, Conference Director, Lauren Moore, and the entire team at Informa who made this event happen.