AMD Celebrates Supplier Diversity and Achievement at the FSMSDC 41st Annual Awards Gala

MIRAMAR, Fla. - Oct. 5, 2016 - PRLog -- On Friday, September 30^th, business leaders and supply chain innovators came together to celebrate at the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council (FSMSDC) 41^st Annual Awards Gala. Held at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, FL, the event recognized the achievements of Florida's top minority-owned businesses and major corporations that are committed to Supplier Diversity.

American Medical Depot (AMD) President Akhil Agrawal was in attendance to present an award of appreciation to Frank Fernandez, Assistant Vice President, Supply Chain Services at Baptist Health of South Florida. Mr. Fernandez is an industry pioneer with over 30 years of contributions to healthcare. Mr. Fernandez was recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award, "In Recognition for Transforming the Healthcare Industry Landscape for Supplier Diversity, Forever," for setting the pace for the healthcare industry to recognize and tap into disruptive supply chain innovations offered by firms like American Medical Depot.

AMD President Agrawal was joined on stage by Deborah Williams, Senior Director of Sourcing and Supplier Diversity, Premier, Inc., and Kenyetta Keys Director of Materials Management, Doctors Community Hospital, in Lanham, MD.   Mrs. Keys also serves as Chairwoman of the Premier Supplier Diversity Committee on behalf of all Premier Hospital Members. Said Mrs. Keys, "AMD has been a staunch and progressive leader of supplier diversity. I am proud to be a partner with them in the advancement and inclusiveness of diverse organizations in the healthcare landscape."

Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the Southeastern region, with seven hospitals, nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network, and internationally renowned centers of excellence. The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,400 affiliated physicians. The Baptist Hospital network includes Baptist Children's Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies.

About American Medical Depot

AMD is a leading healthcare supply chain solutions company based in Miramar, FL that uses technology and insight to provide smarter ways for clients to manage medical supplies and equipment utilization within complex healthcare supply chains. Having provided innovative supply chain solutions to healthcare providers for more than 20 years, AMD continually executes proven value-add models, combined with deep industry experience and strong leadership in order to deliver smarter and more cost-efficient turnkey solutions for government and commercial markets. For more information, visit www.amdnext.com.

About the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council

The Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council is a not for profit corporation established to foster the development and expansion of minority-owned businesses.  The mission of the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council is to connect minority businesses, corporations, and government buyers. The Council aids in registering and certifying minority-owned business. For more information, visit www.fsmsdc.org.