(Grand Rapids, MI) – Skytron, LLC, was recently honored as a regional leader in international trade by the West Michigan World Trade Association. The family-owned healthcare equipment company received the distinction of World Trader of the Year at the association’s dinner at Stonewater Country Club on Tuesday, May 6. 

As an award recipient, Skytron is recognized for its proven commitment to international trade, innovation and growth. It joins the prestigious list of former award recipients which include Meijer, Amway Corporation, Steelcase and Wolverine World Wide. 

“We are honored to be among some of the most highly regarded business leaders in our community,” said David Mehney, CEO at Skytron. “As a market leader in healthcare solutions, it’s exciting to see how our growth has now expanded into numerous international markets – ultimately allowing us to optimize patient care around the globe.” 

Skytron’s extensive product line is aimed at making healthcare safer and more efficient. It includes solutions for the operating room, infection prevention, supply chain management and more. The company currently works with 50+ distributors within the US, Canada, Latin and South America in addition to two international divisions that oversee sales and service throughout Europe, Africa, Asia and the South Pacific. 

Currently, Skytron employs about 120 employees in West Michigan with over 450 representatives throughout North America. The company says it plans to actively pursue its expansion into new markets in the coming years. 

To learn more about Skytron and its market-leading healthcare solutions, please visit www.skytron.us.