TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Officials from
BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global
medical technology company, were joined today by Gov. Doug Ducey, Tempe Mayor Mark
Mitchell and representatives of The Boyer Company to
officially break ground on the new I.D.E.A. (Innovation, Discovery,
Education and Arts) Tempe
campus.
BD Peripheral Intervention will be the first business to move to
the new campus that is focused on attracting new technology
companies to Tempe. BD Peripheral
Intervention develops and manufactures innovative endovascular
devices that provide critical interventions to help improve blood
circulation for patients with peripheral artery disease, end-stage
kidney disease and cancer.
"BD will be the first company to locate on the I.D.E.A. campus,
and we are so proud to have BD and its employees grow in our
community," said Tempe Mayor
Mark Mitchell. "The I.D.E.A.
Tempe campus is designed to create
a place where the brightest people in science can create and
collaborate together. The space also offers exposure to the arts
and instant access to the finest outdoor urban recreation area this
state has to offer."
When completed, I.D.E.A. Tempe
will encompass nearly 18 acres and will include more than 1 million
sq. ft. of commercial buildings, including multiple office
buildings, a hotel, restaurants, structured parking and additional
art and classroom related space.
"BD is a prime example of the type of company that thrives in
Arizona's business climate," said
Gov. Ducey. "High-tech companies, including medical technology
companies like BD, will form the foundation of Arizona's 21st century economy that will
continue to create highly rewarding careers for Arizonans, advance
the way we do business and improve the way we live. The I.D.E.A.
campus is perfectly aligned with these objectives."
Steve Williamson, president of BD
Peripheral Intervention said, "Our move to I.D.E.A. Tempe is symbolic for the future of BD
Peripheral Intervention, because we are passionate about taking
ideas and making them a reality to improve people's lives. The
momentum being driven by Mayor Mitchell in Tempe and Gov. Ducey in Arizona will help move companies like BD
forward, help grow the technology economy and help create new jobs
in Tempe and across Arizona."
Matt Jensen, a partner with The
Boyer Company said, "The Boyer Company is proud to be working
closely with the City of Tempe to
develop the I.D.E.A. BD is the type of company we had hoped to
attract to the site. We could not be happier with their commitment
to the project. We are excited that the project is beginning to
take shape and look forward to making additional announcements
about the project in the future."
About BD
BD is one of the largest global medical
technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of
health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery
of care. The company supports the heroes on the frontlines of
health care by developing innovative technology, services and
solutions that help advance both clinical therapy for patients and
clinical process for health care providers. BD and its 65,000
employees have a passion and commitment to help improve patient
outcomes, improve the safety and efficiency of clinicians' care
delivery process, enable laboratory scientists to better diagnose
disease and advance researchers' capabilities to develop the next
generation of diagnostics and therapeutics. BD has a presence in
virtually every country and partners with organizations around the
world to address some of the most challenging global health issues.
By working in close collaboration with customers, BD can help
enhance outcomes, lower costs, increase efficiencies, improve
safety and expand access to health care. In 2017, BD welcomed C. R.
Bard and its products into the BD family. For more information on
BD, please visit bd.com.
About the City of
Tempe
Tempe makes
waves as a technology and business magnet, an inclusive, caring
community and a hub for recreation and adventure. Home to the
famous Mill Avenue, Tempe Town Lake and Arizona State University, Tempe stands out as a
destination of choice. www.tempe.gov/economicdevelopment
Contacts:
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Troy
Kirkpatrick
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Monique N.
Dolecki
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BD Public
Relations
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BD Investor
Relations
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858.617.2361
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201.847.5378
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troy.kirkpatrick@bd.com
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Monique_Dolecki@bd.com
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