North Barrington, IL – Medical Murray, a leading medical device development and contract manufacturing company, hosted an open house and ribbon cutting event on Wednesday, October 23, showcasing their new design and development facility located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The open house provided guests the opportunity to meet with the Charlotte team and key personnel from the company’s development and contract manufacturing facilities located in suburban Chicago. Many current and new project ideas were discussed, and it was a great networking opportunity for all.
“The open house was a tremendous success and many company business leaders and supporters of the life science community were in attendance,” said Tanner Hargens, Regional Vice President and head of the operation. “We look forward to fostering relationships and working with medical device companies in supporting our mission of developing complex disposable medical devices to advance the betterment of patient care.”
Hargens has more than a decade of experience in medical device engineering and specializes in implants, biomechanics, biomaterials, and minimally invasive procedures. He also provides expertise related to commercializing medical products.
Jane Kearns, account manager for the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, along with President and Owner of Medical Murray, Phillip Leopold, facilitated the ribbon cutting ceremony.
Medical Murray is also working closely with North Carolina Biotechnology Center to foster growth of the life sciences community in North Carolina including biotechnology research, business, education, and strategic policy. Key staff members from NC Biotech welcomed guests during the event.
“We were delighted to be a part of this event and are fortunate to count Medical Murray among our newest assets in Greater Charlotte,” said Corie Curtis, Executive Director of NC Biotech. “The company has extensive knowledge in bringing intricate medical device products to market.