A Letter From the President: Your Guide in 2025

Published in Member Communities on November 06, 2024

Lindy TentingerBy Lindy Tentinger, President, VGM & Associates

As we approach the end of another transformative year, I am excited to share some significant updates and resources that will help us navigate the evolving landscape of the industry together.

Embracing Growth Opportunities 

To better align with the growth opportunities in our industry, we have made some strategic changes within our leadership team. Craig Douglas has been promoted to Senior Vice President of the new HME, Respiratory, and Wellness channel, while Tyler Mahncke will lead the Clinical Mobility and Accessibility channel as Senior Vice President. These changes are designed to leverage the increasing demand for home-based care and the growing consumerism in healthcare. 

Additionally, we’ve expanded our team of experts to strengthen the programs we offer to our members and the entire industry. Cindi Petito recently joined us as Director of Clinical Networks, and Nikki Grace as Director of OPGA. Both of them have been such a force in their respective areas already, and as we stand on the cusp of a new horizon, VGM’s dedication to guiding the future and helping our members’ businesses thrive will undoubtedly flourish with Cindi and Nikki on our team. 

Our goal is to guide you towards new growth opportunities, whether it’s through retail products, wellness solutions, home access products, technology/AI solutions, comprehensive business health checks, the best outsourcing options, or overall cap ex savings. This strategic repositioning is a testament to our commitment to your success amidst the growing markets we are seeing.

Introducing Our New Playbook 

I am also thrilled to announce the release of our latest playbook, “Mastering Business Management and Optimization.” This comprehensive guide is packed with actionable insights and strategies to enhance your business operations, financial health, and customer relationships. From next-generation cybersecurity measures to financial health checks and proactive fraud prevention strategies, this playbook is designed to prepare you for success in 2025.

We encourage everyone to embrace the opportunities and challenges of mastering business management and optimization. With the right tools and knowledge, you can achieve exceptional results.

Master Your Q1 2025 Planning 

To further support your planning for the upcoming year, we have teamed up with our trusted vendor partners to bring you the most up-to-date information on promotions, featured products and services, and more in the latest Buyer’s Guide. This essential resource features promotions and products from partners like ACU-Serve, Breas, Encore Healthcare, GEMCO Medical, Rhythm Healthcare, and many more. If you haven’t accessed this before, it is a straightforward way to see solutions by category. Download the Buyer’s Guide now and start planning for a successful 2025.

Looking Ahead 

As we move forward, VGM & Associates is committed to providing you with the tools and expertise needed to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare landscape. We are here to support you every step of the way, ensuring that you are well-equipped to meet the demands of our industry.

Thank you for your continued trust and partnership. We exist to guide you to your greatest achievements in 2025 and beyond. 


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