WARSAW — About 2,200 middle and high school students from Kosciusko County got a close-up look at careers in the advanced manufacturing industry recently during National Manufacturing Week events organized by OrthoWorx. During the week of Sept. 30, eighth-grade students participated in the DiscoverME (Manufacturing Experiences) program. Students from Tippecanoe Valley, Warsaw, Wawasee and Whitko …read more.

WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw will celebrate National Manufacturing Day, Oct. 1-3. National Manufacturing Day aims to address the misconceptions about manufacturing by giving manufacturers a chance to showcase what they do. Additionally, the day gives employers a chance to address the skilled labor shortage. Approximately 1,100 Kosciusko County 8th-grade students will participate …read more.

WARSAW — An area non-profit designed to support the vast local orthopedic industry has announced it will host an event to showcase the progress made by a team of interns this summer. During the Thursday, Aug. 1 event, called RealME, presentations will be made by local 10th-grade interns of OrthoWorx from 11 a.m. to noon, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — OrthoWorx recently hosted its first professional development of the summer for interns, co-ops and young professionals in the orthopedic industry. The event, “Social Media and Self-Branding,” was organized by the Orthopedic Young Professional Advisory, and was held at Grace College. OYPA is managed through OrthoWorx and professional development events are done in collaboration …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The community-wide welcomeness study is set to wrap up this next week as the survey comes to a close Thursday, May 16. “OrthoWorx and our community partners have been delighted of the community response to the survey,” said Nichole Rouached, manager of communications and projects at OrthoWorx. “More than 1,600 community members have …read more.

WARSAW — A community-wide survey supporting the welcomeness study is being launched to assess community strengths and challenges related to talent attraction, talent retention and the degree to which residents feel welcome and included. A number of employers, schools and non-profits have come together to plan and implement the study, with OrthoWorx coordinating the effort …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Youth Leadership Academy welcomed area healthcare industry leaders during its December meeting held at Fellowship Missions, Warsaw. The event focused on orthopedic and health care industries throughout the county and gave students the opportunity to learn more about career pathways in these booming fields.  The event began with a presentation …read more.

WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College continues to foster its partnership with local manufacturing companies in an effort to provide future infusions of qualified workers to those employee-starved companies. In an event celebrating National Manufacturing Day, the community college hosted middle school-aged students in both Fort Wayne and Warsaw on Tuesday, Oct. 2 through Friday, …read more.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx announced a new, expanded talent development initiative that will focus on promoting careers in local manufacturing companies to eighth-grade students in Kosciusko County. DiscoverME will be taking place across Kosciusko County during the week of Oct. 1, aligning with National Manufacturing Week. It will engage all eighth-grade students in Tippecanoe Valley, Warsaw, …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Caleb Niemi, a third-year marketing major at Grace College, recently completed an internship at OrthoWorx, the local non-profit dedicated to capitalizing on the orthopedic resources and expertise in the Warsaw area. While at OrthoWorx, Niemi and fellow interns created DiscoverMe, a program to educate eighth-graders about opportunities in the manufacturing industry. DiscoverMe …read more.

WARSAW — On Thursday, Aug. 2, in partnership with the Indiana Manufacturers Association and OrthoWorx, Zimmer Biomet is hosting Workforce Development: Addressing Indiana’s Talent Needs Today and Tomorrow, in Warsaw. Indiana remains one of the friendliest states in the U.S. in which to operate a business, and the growth of the manufacturing sector has led …read more.

WARSAW — AcceLINX, the musculoskeletal health business accelerator launched in 2017 by OrthoWorx, will present a webinar aimed at assisting entrepreneurs in obtaining non-dilutive funding to accelerate their establishment and growth. Kris Parmelee, president, Parolee Consulting Group, Inc. and AcceLINX non-dilutive funding consultant, will present the webinar at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 3. Ms. Parmelee …read more.

WARSAW — Thursday, March 1, OrthoWorx partnered with Kosciusko Community YMCA to host the second installment in the Diversity Discussion Series, “India: A Subcontinent of Many Cultures.” The series focuses on diversity, and the events were open to the public. Thursday night’s event included presentations, activities and Indian food samples. Approximately 60 people attended last night’s …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Sheriff Rocky Goshert championed public safety and rehabilitation for inmates in his address to the Kosciusko County Council Thursday, Feb. 8. The sheriff told the panel he would be looking into the addition of a body scanner, which would detect drugs coming into the Kosciusko County Jail. Goshert said such a …read more.

WARSAW — The OrthoWorx Diversity Committee and Kosciusko Community YMCA announced the second installment of a new series open to the public focusing on diversity. The Diversity Discussion Series will hold its second event titled India: A Subcontinent of Many Cultures from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 1, at the YMCA. This free event …read more.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx partnered with Kosciusko Community YMCA to host the first ever Diversity Discussion Series, a series of two panel discussions that discuss the five major religions and teachings in the world, Thursday night, Dec. 7, at the YMCA. OrthoWorx comprised a panel of five faith leaders — one for each belief system — …read more.

WARSAW — The OrthoWorx Diversity Committee and Kosciusko Community YMCA today announced the launch of a new series open to the public focusing on diversity. The Diversity Discussion Series will hold its first event titled Keeping the Faith: An Examination of Religions and Their Followers from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, at the …read more.

WARSAW — College isn’t for everyone, and OrthoWorx hoped that it could show Kosciusko County eighth graders that it is “possible to have a good job” without the degree. Local eighth graders took tours of Ivy Tech Orthopedic and Advanced Manufacturing Training Center, Warsaw Area Career Center and Precision Medical Technologies throughout the day Thursday, …read more.

WARSAW —  OrthoWorx announced the upcoming Think Ortho Tour, a program for eighth-grade students of area schools and their parents/guardians that encourages students to pursue technical careers in the growing orthopedic industry. The event will be held on Oct. 5 and will include tours of Ivy Tech’s Orthopedic and Advanced Manufacturing Training Center, the Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — On Monday, Aug. 28, OrthoWorx hosted a tour of the Ivy Tech Orthopedic and Advanced Manufacturing Training Center, Warsaw Area Career Center and Precision Medical Technologies for faculty and staff of Warsaw, Wawasee, Tippecanoe Valley and Whitko Community school corporations. The purpose of the tour was to educate faculty and staff about local …read more.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx announced today the continuation of efforts to raise awareness among students and parents of orthopedic manufacturing careers. On Aug. 28, OrthoWorx will be hosting a tour of the Ivy Tech Orthopedic and Advanced Manufacturing Training Center, Warsaw Area Career Center and Precision Medical Technologies for faculty and staff of Warsaw, Wawasee, Tippecanoe …read more.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx announced that Cathy Limina is returning to private industry and stepped down from her role as Chief Operating Officer on Aug. 4.  Brad Bishop, OrthoWorx Executive Director, will assume leadership of the organization and will work with the board of directors to determine future staffing requirements. “Cathy has an opportunity to return …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Leadership Academy recently met at the Ivy Tech Community College Orthopedic and Advanced Manufacturing Training Center, where cadets learned about the history of orthopedics in the county and the impact the industry has on the region. Bob Hastings, research director for DePuy Synthes Joint Reconstruction, spoke about the rich history of orthopedics …read more.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx today, Tusday, April 5, announced the launch of a new initiative aimed at providing an ecosystem to accelerate the likelihood of success of innovative enterprises by leveraging the unique assets of the northern Indiana orthopedic medical device industry cluster, which has the largest concentration of such activity in the world. The centerpiece …read more.

By KYLIE VELETA Special Projects Reporter, Inside Indiana Business WARSAW — Two executives from DePuy Synthes Companies are joining the board of directors of OrthoWorx, the state’s orthopedic initiative. Vice President of Worldwide Clinical Research Paul Voorhorst and Plant Manager Ray Gonzalez are replacing a board member who is stepping down. Voorhorst and Gonzalez have been involved …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — At least 56 companies, organizations and graduate programs will recruit at the Manchester University Career and Internship Fair at 2-4 p.m. Feb. 24, at the Jo Young Switzer Center at the North Manchester campus. More than 20 employers are also taking part in an internship workshop luncheon before the fair begins. There …read more.

By JONI TRUEX Kosciusko Leadership Academy Public Relations Director KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The world of the orthopedic business was the topic for a recent Kosciusko Leadership Academy meeting. Seth Nash, global sales, Zimmer Biomet, offered a global perspective and introspective look at the U.S. market. Nash stated the focus areas include transformative technology, demographic drivers, …read more.

WARSAW — About 100 OrthoWorx members recently convened for one and a half days to better understand the health economics landscape and to discuss the current and future talent and business needs of the orthopedic industry. The Health Economics Forum was a half-day workshop focused on economic and policy impacts on the industry.

WARSAW — The KCH Health & Wellness Center hosted the Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy’s Dec. 2 meeting where the students learned about orthopedics and healthcare in the county. KYLA moderator, Tony Ciriello and Jay de los Reyes, chief operating officer for Kosciusko Community Hospital welcomed the students. Brad Harris stated that he has been working …read more.

WARSAW — A select group of about 60 eighth-grade students from Edgewood Middle School and Lakeview Middle School recently participated in the OrthoWorx Innovative Careers Pathway Program. Participants learned about the orthopedic industry, advanced manufacturing career opportunities, the skills needed and the pathways to pursue those careers. The group also included five administrators, counselors and a teacher.

WARSAW — Co-ops, internships and careers in the growing orthopedic industry allow students to make a real difference in the world while earning a great payback and enjoying many opportunities to grow and advance. OrthoWorx recently launched the Think Ortho campaign as part of its OrthoWorx Talent Development Initiative. OrthoWorx is spreading the message on …read more.

WARSAW — Conclusion to a litigation/mediation between a contractor and the city was was approved by the Warsaw Board of Works Friday morning. Mike Valentine, city attorney, reported a settlement was reached with Dore Company, the company who demolished the old sewer plant. The agreement calls for the town to pay $103,577.14 to Dore Company, …read more.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx has announced that its board of directors has elected Tobias “Toby” Buck, chairman, president, CEO and founder of Paragon Medical, Inc., to serve as board chair. Buck was one of the founding board members of OrthoWorx, and has served the organization in that capacity since 2009. “We greatly appreciate the service and contributions made …read more.

The Regional Development Authority of northeast Indiana yesterday submitted its proposal for the State of Indiana’s Regional Cities Initiative, which is designed to enhance talent attraction and long-term population growth. OrthoWorx Executive Director Brad Bishop is one of five board members elected to the 11-county Northeast Indiana RDA. Two regions in Indiana will be selected …read more.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx hosted its second orthopedic industry intern/co-op event Thursday, July 30, at the Garden at Cerulean. DePuy Synthes Joint Reconstruction, OrthoPediatrics, Paragon Medical and Zimmer Biomet provided sponsorship for this end of summer celebration. Approximately 70 people, including interns, co-ops, industry employees and OrthoWorx staff, were in attendance. Those present enjoyed garden fare …read more.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx hosted a presentation of the Orthopedic Value Chain Model for industry and university partners July 30, at Champagne Jam. The presentation was the culmination of eight weeks of research for seven interns at OrthoWorx.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx announces the premiere of the documentary, “The Rise of Orthopaedics in America,” by Fort Wayne’s Public Broadcast Channel 39. Viewers can tune in at 8 tonight, Aug. 12, to PBS39 to watch the newest addition to the station’s list of self-produced documentaries.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx announced today the launch of the OrthoWorx Future Orthopedic Resources Gap Evaluation  Study, which will serve as a cornerstone for OrthoWorx talent and workforce development plans, working with its University/Industry Advisory Board. The study is now underway and is expected to be completed by the end of October. Ensuring that Indiana universities …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce WARSAW — Phase 1 of the Warsaw Technology Park will open at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The first phase of the development will feature a 63,000 square foot shell building (capable of expansion to 125,000 square feet) along with three available shovel …read more.

Yesterday, June 24, the Mayors’ & Commissioners’ Caucus of Northeast Indiana voted in the five member inaugural board of the Northeast Indiana Regional Development Authority (RDA). Electing the board of the RDA was the final step in creating Northeast Indiana’s Regional Cities Initiative proposal. The five members of the RDA board are Brad Bishop of Kosciusko …read more.

By TAMMY ALLEN OrthoWorx Director of Marketing Over 60 summer interns and co-ops from OrthoWorx member companies recently attended an after-work social program to connect with other interns/co-ops from local medical device companies. Attendees included individuals from Biomet, DePuy Synthes Joint Reconstruction, Medtronic, OrthoWorx, Paragon Medical and Zimmer. The purpose of the event was to …read more.

By TAMMY ALLEN ORTHOWORX DIRECTOR OF MARKETING High school students, administrators, guidance counselors, teachers and additional key guests participated in OrthoWorx Innovative Careers Pathway Program—Machining Your Future. This new program is slated to happen twice a year, in the spring and in the fall. During the recent spring program participants learned about orthopedic industry career …read more.

Dear Editor, OrthoWorx was founded in 2009 to, among other things, work with community stakeholders to make our region’s education offerings not just competitive with other medical device regions in the country, but distinctive and well equipped to meet the workforce needs of our area. Since then, significant improvements across many measures have taken place …read more.

The Indiana Department of Education is presenting a free Global Learning Workshop for Hoosier educators on Tuesday, April 21, at the Manahan Orthopedic Capital Center. The workshop will feature panels of education leaders and international partners and will inform participants about partnerships, resources, and programs to advance global learning programs in Indiana schools. “Connecting educators …read more.

“We are celebrating 100 years for Kiwanis International,” Renea Salyer, president of the local Kiwanis Club, told the Kosciusko County Commissioners at the April 7 meeting. Salyer, along with Joni Truex, came before the commissioners to request the proclamation of Kiwanis Club Day in Kosciusko County. The day will be recognized on April 21. Salyer …read more.

The OrthoWorx Board of Directors announced today a commitment of up to $475,000 to fund a series of major initiatives designed to improve workforce development in northern Indiana for the region’s orthopedic industry by improving the attraction and retention of students from key Indiana colleges and universities. The multi-pronged program was developed in conjunction with …read more.

By EMILY COWAN KYLA Board Member Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy held the Dec. 3 meeting at the KCH Wellness Center. EMT Tony Doyle started the session discussing education/training requirements for paramedics and the equipment used in treatment. He fielded questions about careers in the emergency response field. Biomet’s Senior Development Engineer Josh Porter shared a …read more.

OrthoWorx and Winona Lake Limitless Park Committee recently joined forces in a campaign to purchase equipment for the park. The results of that campaign have been announced. Over $10,000 was raised during the campaign through online crowd funding campaign, local events and a contribution from Orthopedics Capital Foundation. In addition to the total funds raised, …read more.

Special MudLove Limitless bracelets were available for sale. (Photo by Jarrett Van Meter) Appetizers, unique cocktails and generous donations were the pillars of Orthoworx’s silent auction and mixer to benefit the Winona Lake Limitless Park. Among the items available in the silent auction were an Eagle Creek Farms produce box, a round of golf with …read more.

By TAMMY ALLEN OrthoWorx OrthoWorx invites the adult public to a mixer and silent auction to benefit Winona Lake Limitless Park from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5. “The Winona Lake Limitless Park is on our community’s trail system. This is a valuable asset for the entire community and visitors from surrounding regions. …read more.

By TAMMY ALLEN Director of Marketing, OrthoWorx OrthoWorx recently piloted The Technical Careers and Beyond Program, developed to focus on local education and awareness to help address the local advanced manufacturing talent gap. The program included approximately 50 administrators, guidance counselors and teachers at the middle school and high school levels in the area. The …read more.

Fun should have no limits. That is why OrthoWorx and the Winona Lake Limitless Park Committee are hosting a Thankful Breakfast, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, at the Winona Lake Senior Center. All funds will support the WLLP campaign, running through Dec. 5. Registration is $5 per person payable the day …read more.

By TAMMY ALLEN Director of Marketing, OrthoWorx Fun should have no limits. That’s why OrthoWorx and the Winona Lake Limitless Park Committee are collaborating on a crowd funding campaign Oct.29 through Dec. 5, for a limitless playground/park. “This project is well aligned with our community enhancement goals,” said OrthoWorx President and CEO Sheryl Conley, “There’s …read more.

By BRAD BISHOP Executive Director, OrthoWorx OrthoWorx, Warsaw, recently marked its fifth anniversary with a showcase for volunteers and funders of its achievements. OrthoWorx and the Orthopedics Capital Foundation were created in September 2009 with an initial grant from the Lilly Endowment Inc. to the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. The purpose of the grant was …read more.

WARSAW – OrthoWorx announced on Oct. 2, 2014, that OrthoPediatrics Corp., a Warsaw-based company engaged in developing orthopedic devices for children, has joined OrthoWorx and will participate on its Strategic Advisory Board. OrthoPediatrics employs approximately 60 people in Warsaw. “We are delighted to welcome OrthoPediatrics to membership in OrthoWorx,” said Sheryl Conley, President and CEO …read more.

OrthoWorx announced today that Ball State University has joined the OrthoWorx University | Industry Advisory Board, which was recently formed to better connect the technology and talent needs of Indiana’s orthopedic medical device industry with the assets and capabilities represented by Indiana’s higher education institutions. “Ball State has a great many strengths that could be …read more.

OrthoWorx announced today that Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) has joined the OrthoWorx University | Industry Advisory Board (UIAB), which was recently formed to better connect the technology and talent needs of Indiana’s orthopedic medical device industry with the assets and capabilities represented by Indiana’s higher education institutions. “IPFW and Chancellor Vicky Carwein have been …read more.

OrthoWorx members, Zimmer and Biomet, will be combining to create an even stronger company in the global medical device market, and the announcement is met with positivity by OrthoWorx. A message distributed this morning from Zimmer CEO David Dvorak states, “Through this combination we are cementing Warsaw, Ind., as the musculoskeletal innovation capital of the …read more.

OrthoWorx announced today that it has formed a University | Industry Advisory Board to better connect the technology and talent needs of Indiana’s orthopedic medical device industry with the assets and capabilities represented by Indiana’s higher education institutions. “We believe this is the right time and the right group of partners to address critical economic and educational challenges facing …read more.

OrthoWorx announced today that it is supporting a major initiative to enable all schools in Kosciusko County to implement Project Lead The Way’s S.T.E.M. education (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) curriculum in grades K-12. Project Lead The Way, a nationally known S.T.E.M. education non-profit organization, recently offered five northern Indiana counties an opportunity to have …read more.

OrthoWorx has announced that, through the support of OrthoWorx Match Campaign donors and Lilly Endowment Inc., the organization generated more than $2.5 million through the Orthopedics Capital Foundation. This is in addition to the $4 million grant the Endowment awarded to OCF, bringing the total to over $6.5 million to continue and expand OrthoWorx educational …read more.

We Inspire Support Empower Inc., a newly formed, non-profit organization, announced Paragon Medical Inc. of Pierceton has committed to support the organization as a Premier Founding Sponsor. Paragon Medical, a supplier to the medical device industry, granted $3,000 to the organization, which is focused on the education and support of the professional career interests of …read more.

OrthoWorx, the Corporate Partnership for Economic Growth (CPEG) and the Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership (NEIRP) announced today an agreement for a cooperative effort to convene and engage various stakeholders to increase the awareness of challenges represented by the current status of US 30 and to develop a long-term effort to create interstate-like access from SR …read more.

The Indiana Governor’s Conference for Women will take place Nov. 5 in Indianapolis. The event will bring together internationally known speakers and business leaders with Hoosier businesswomen and entrepreneurs for networking, conversation, ideas and inspiration. OrthoWorx is a Community Sponsor of the event and OrthoWorx President and CEO Sheryl Conley will serve as a panelist …read more.

Orthopedic industry reports today say Senate Republicans may be making progress with President Barack Obama in modifying the 2.3 percent medical device tax. The tax, which is expected to raise nearly $30 billion over the next 10 years to support Obama’s healthcare reform, has caused great concern for Indiana, and especially Warsaw where three of …read more.

Are you part of the perfect match? Today is the final day to help preserve Kosciusko County’s orthopedic legacy through a vibrant community — that’s the perfect match! The unique opportunity through Lilly Endowment Inc. doubles qualified contributions received by today, Oct. 15, and legally binding/committed contributions on or before June 30, 2016, ends today. …read more.

The Small Community Air Service Development Program has awarded a $600,000 grant to the Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority to help attract a new flight to Fort Wayne International Airport. “This is great news for the Fort Wayne International Airport and a testament to our collaborative regional efforts,” said Scott Hinderman, executive director of airports …read more.

Grace College and OrthoWorx today announced open enrollment for the new Medical Device Quality Management Program. Students may now enroll online for the MDQM Certificate, MDQM Bachelor’s Degree and MDQM Master’s Degree with classes set to begin January 2014. Five-week certificate courses begin January 2014 and run through the first week of July 2014. Classes …read more.

OrthoWorx announced today that the Franklin I. and Irene List Saemann Foundation has awarded a $30,000 grant to the Orthopedics Capital Foundation to support OrthoWorx’s ongoing charitable and educational initiatives to secure and advance the region’s current position as the Orthopedic Capital of the World.® Because of a dollar-for-dollar match from Lilly Endowment Inc., the …read more.

Some time during the period from 1895 and today, you’ve been impacted by the Warsaw-region orthopedic industry cluster.  For more than 100 years, the orthopedic industry grew and thrived in our region and tens of thousand of individuals built lives and careers here or had an association that contributed to their success. If you are …read more.

OrthoWorx has entered into an agreement with Grace College to launch a new Quality in Medical Devices Management program, developed through a unique educational collaboration among industry, OrthoWorx and Grace College, to fill a critical talent gap necessary to accommodate industry growth and increasingly complex quality requirements. The program is a continuation of OrthoWorx’s work …read more.

In Monday night’s Warsaw Community School Corporation Regular School Board Meeting, Brad Bishop, executive director of OrthoWorx, announced the donation of funds to expand STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education in the region. OrthoWorx, which is partnering with the school on the initiative to further STEM education, has committed $300,000 toward the school corporation’s …read more.

Over the last decade, BioCrossroads has compiled significant data and a series of expert studies and analyses on Indiana’s highly diversified life sciences sector, all as a part of a larger mission to educate and broaden Hoosier awareness of this major sector of opportunity and growth for Indiana’s economy. In an effort to enhance the …read more.

A Fort Wayne contractor was awarded a construction contract to renovate the third floor of Warsaw City Hall. Harold McComb & Sons was one of four bidders in the process that will involve nearly $300,000 in renovations. Bids from Ideal Construction and Milestone Construction, both of Warsaw, Harold McComb & Sons of Fort Wayne and …read more.

OrthoWorx and the Kosciusko County Community Foundation announced today that Lilly Endowment Inc. has awarded a $4 million grant to the Orthopedics Capital Foundation, a supporting organization of KCCF, to enable it to fund OrthoWorx’s ongoing charitable and educational initiatives to secure and advance the region’s current position as the Orthopedic Capital of the World.® …read more.

The Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety opened four bids this morning for renovations on the third floor of the city hall. The renovations will be made to accommodate OrthoWorx, an education and workforce development initiative geared toward meeting the academic needs of students and orthopaedic employers. The announcement that OrthoWorx was moving into …read more.

OrthoWorx Executive Director Brad Bishop announced Monday night at the Warsaw Community School Corporation’s regular board meeting, that the organization would continue its partnership with WCS to expand and enhance the planned second year of operation of Washington Elementary’s S.T.E.M. Academy. Washington S.T.E.M. – which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math – was launched …read more.

With the final approval of the Warsaw Board of Works and Public Safety this morning, OrthoWorx will soon be occupying the third floor of the new city hall building. (See story) The B.O.W., consisting of Mayor Joe Thallemer and Warsaw Common Councilmen Charlie Smith and Jeff Grose, unanimously approved the agreement between OrthoWorx and the …read more.

An agreement between the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission and OrthoWorx means the third floor of Warsaw City Hall will soon have new occupants. During the Warsaw Common Council meeting Monday night, the council was informed that the WRC had approved an “agreement for building renovations” with the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. Basically, it provides OrthoWorx a …read more.

REUTERS – The U.S. Internal Revenue Service on Wednesday released final rules for a new tax on medical devices, products ranging from surgical sutures to knee replacement implants, that starts next year as part of President Barack Obama’s 2010 healthcare law. The 2.3 percent tax must be paid, effective after Dec. 31, by device-makers on …read more.

OrthoWorx announced recipients of the OrthoWorx Partner of the Year Award at the OrthoWorx Annual Meeting last evening. This is the second year for the awards program, which recognizes an outstanding individual and an organization for their significant contributions and collaborative work toward the educational, scientific and civic initiatives undertaken by OrthoWorx. OrthoWorx recognized Marlene …read more.

Grace College will co-host a community conversation, “Competing for the Future,”  from 8 a.m. to noon tomorrow in the Orthopaedic Capital Center, Winona Lake. This session’s topic is “The role of community in building world-class talent.” The series is part of the Community Conversations program, organized and facilitated by Indiana Humanities and the Bowen Center …read more.

OrthoWorx announced at the Warsaw Board of Works and Public Safety meeting this morning that the organization is donating $50,000 in funding to help complete a trailhead park for the city’s ongoing efforts to create promote bicycling. The money is specifically earmarked for Krebs Trailhead Park that will be located along McKinley Street in Warsaw. …read more.

OrthoWorx announced today that Sheryl Conley has been named Chief Executive Officer, replacing David Floyd, who is returning to industry. Conley is a Warsaw native and served for 25 years until 2008 in various management capacities at Zimmer where her last position was Group President, Americas and Global Marketing, and Chief Marketing Officer. According to …read more.

Need to map out your recreational activities for the summer in Kosciusko County? Curious about the affordability of living in the Warsaw area or about where to find the best sushi or sunset? Why not get this information from the experts – those who live, work and play here? There is now one website that …read more.

OrthoWorx announced today that it will fund an academic leadership development program that will assist school administrators and principals in improving their classroom observation and coaching skills. The program, which was identified as a need in the original Cambridge Education study funded by OrthoWorx, also coincides with implementation of new statewide requirements for annual teacher …read more.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx has appointed a community-based steering committee and undertaken a philanthropic funding study as next steps in determining the feasibility of a nonprofit orthopedic specialty hospital in Warsaw. OrthoWorx launched a feasibility study in February 2012 for an orthopedic specialty hospital with a focus on research and education. The Orthopedic Capital Clinic project …read more.

The OrthoWorx Diversity Council congratulates Mary Redman of Warsaw, winner of a Nook Color e-Reader from the council’s April downtown Warsaw First Friday booth. Redman was among 80 entrants for the drawing. “We’re pleased to be able to participate in First Fridays and to use the opportunity to spotlight the importance of diversity and inclusiveness to the …read more.