Umano Medical is a leader in the design and manufacturing of medical equipment, including hospital beds and therapeutic surfaces. Founded in 2012 following the announcement of the closure of the plant by its previous owner, Umano Medical now employs nearly 500 people, including about 100 in research and development, and collaborates with thousands of healthcare professionals around the world. Driven by a commitment to preserving local expertise and saving hundreds of jobs, the company now builds on more than 40 years of experience and is dedicated to doing things differently to address unmet needs in the medical field in Quebec and internationally.

The company is experiencing phenomenal growth, the result of its human-centered approach and its continuously evolving product line. With three business locations in Quebec, an office in the United States, one in Australia, and an active presence on four continents, Umano Medical is more determined than ever to exceed the expectations of healthcare professionals worldwide.

Co-Presidents Robert Dion and Ghislain Demers will share their vision for the next generation of medical products designed to optimize workflows, enhance patient safety, and meet the evolving needs of healthcare teams.

CEOs and the ESG Community are invited to this Rendez-vous, and here is why you should participate in this day:

1. Privileged Access to a Leadership Perspective

• Direct discussions with the Co-Presidents of Umano Medical.
• Practical insight into the strategic decisions that led to strong growth.

 2. Learning from a Real Growth Case

• An inspiring example of a Quebec-based company that became an international player.
• Lessons applicable to any organization undergoing transformation or expansion.

3. Understanding How a Human-Centered Approach Drives Performance

• Demonstration that culture, listening, and people can fuel innovation.
• Successful alignment between values, products, and business results.

4. Insight into Next-Generation Innovation

• How to design products and solutions that address evolving needs.
• Anticipating future customer and market expectations.

5. Strategic Benchmarking

• Observe best practices in leadership, innovation, and organizational structuring.
• Draw inspiration from a model transferable across different industries.

6. Peer Exchange

• High-level discussions among CEOs and ESG executives.
• Sharing common challenges: growth, talent, innovation, and long-term sustainability.

 7. Strategic Reflection Time

• Step away from day-to-day operations to reflect on long-term vision.

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Overview of the Visit at Umano Medical:

Agenda

10:00 – 11:00 a.m.  Welcome and Introduction to Umano Medical
11:00 – 12:30 p.m.   Plant Tour
12:30 – 1:30 p.m.    Networking Lunch
1:30 – 3:00 p.m.        International Expansion Challenges and ESG Leadership presentations