During the month of October, we are partnering with 11 infection control companies to raise funds for the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) in a special initiative – Support the Fight for Infection Prevention.
The purpose of the campaign is to increase awareness about the importance of infection control in the dental industry. To support OSAP, we’re featuring this project as a four-page spread in our 2012 Infection Control/Glove & Handcare Guide (to view, click here). During October, 5% of the proceeds of purchases from this section will be donated to the OSAP Foundation and the funds will be used for educational and enrichment programs provided by the Foundation.
Now is the time to demonstrate your support – have your purchasing manager review your practice’s infection control product needs and direct them to the insert linked above.
Support OSAP … because safety matters.
Mike Smurr is the <a href="https://www.pattersondental.com/">Patterson Dental</a> Director of Marketing, Merchandise. Mike began his career with Patterson in 2000, as Milwaukee Branch manager, and held that position until December 2008. During this time, the branch earned Branch of the Year honors twice (fiscal 2001 and fiscal 2003), as well as the Chuck Lottes Award in fiscal 2004 for largest dollar increase in net income over prior year. Mike began his dental career in 1982 as a territory manager for Columbus Dental, serving northern Illinois and Wisconsin. In 1986, he became a marketing manager with Columbus Dental, and was instrumental in transitioning product lines when the company was purchased by Bayer Dental (now Heraeus). From 1989-1990 Mike worked in Germany with the International Marketing team of Bayer Dental. Upon returning to the U.S., he held positions of increasing responsibility, from key account manager to national sales manager. In 1998, Mike became the dental marketing director for Banta Healthcare Products (now TIDI Products), where he advanced to vice president of sales and marketing, responsible for the dental, medical and foodservice business.
In his current role as Director of Marketing, Merchandise, Mike is responsible for the marketing interactions between Patterson Dental and the over 800 manufacturers with whom Patterson works. This includes marketing communications, product submissions, promotional and introductory product campaigns and private label business.
The safety of patients and the dental team is OSAP’s primary goal. We appreciate this focus on infection prevention and safety and thank the generosity of Patterson, the participating companies, and every dental practice, clinic and school that supports this awesome campaign!