[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 63 (Wednesday, April 29, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E607]
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 CONGRATULATING ARTHREX, INC. ON BEING NAMED A FORTUNE TOP 100 COMPANY 
                              TO WORK FOR

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                         HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 29, 2015

  Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Arthrex, 
Inc. on being named a Fortune Top 100 company to work for, and to 
commend its exemplary service to the Naples community.
   Arthrex is a global medical device company in Naples, FL. Their 
mission is to help surgeons treat their patients as best as possible, 
and they have more than surpassed that goal. The company is a leader in 
new product development and medical education in orthopedics. More than 
that, Arthrex is a pioneer in the field of arthroscopy and has 
developed more than 8,500 innovative products and surgical procedures 
to advance minimally invasive orthopedics worldwide.
   Fortune uses an expert firm that has developed a methodology to 
evaluate workplace cultures, and a 58-question employee survey to 
measure trust. Two-thirds of a company's score is based on the employee 
survey, while one-third is based on a culture audit. Hundreds of 
companies apply to be on the list, making Arthrex's accomplishment that 
much more special. However, by looking at their company, it is clear to 
see why they made the list.
   Under the leadership of Mr. Reinhold Schmieding, Arthrex continues 
to grow and thrive in the community. Having visited their facility in 
Naples, I saw firsthand the important work they are doing and the 
impact the company has in the area. Not only does Arthrex provide 
countless jobs, it also fosters a culture of personal and professional 
growth, with excellent benefits and services. These services include 
tuition reimbursement, internships, apprenticeships, and a 
comprehensive benefits package.
   Mr. Speaker, I am honored to congratulate Arthrex, Inc. on their 
accomplishment, and I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing their 
outstanding achievement.

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