I got a job!

Yes, I am officially employed again as a national sales manager for Techno-aide - a radiology supply company. They make all their products in a factory here in Nashville. They have just added some new products to their line and are in need of help promoting them to the correct markets. The person who hired me is a friend that I worked with 7 years ago when I was sales manager for X-ray Medical Electronics. When I was laid off, I sent him and a few other close friends my resume - and he said that as soon as he knew I was available for employment he wanted to hire me. They did not have a position available, but created one so I could be added to the team.

This company was founded in 1970. The founder of Techno-Aide began manufacturing x-ray identification markers and x-ray copiers in his dining room under the name of X-Ray of Tennessee, Inc. As Chief Technologist at Baptist Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee, he had a keen awareness of which products could "aide the technologist" in becoming a more efficient professional. The business was moved to rented office space in 1979, but it was soon outgrown. An expanding product line and growing customer base forced three additional moves over the next five years to larger facilities as the company became recognized nationally as a supplier of x-ray accessory products.

In 1984, Stumb Metal Products, a local metal fabrication shop who had been manufacturing custom x-ray carts and cabinets for the company, was purchased. Later that same year, the metal shop and the x-ray business were moved into a new facility so all operations could exist under one roof.

Originally, Techno-Aide products were sold directly to hospitals and clinics. Soon, dealers around the country became interested in and wanted to represent the company, and the name X-Ray of Tennessee no longer fit. So, in 1986, the name was changed to Techno-Aide, which had been the trade name for the line of x-ray markers and the company began focusing on its dealer network as the primary source for sales and support.

During the next eleven years, Techno-Aide prospered through a renewed sales and marketing effort and a much needed overhaul in the manufacturing facility. Superior service and the highest quality products were the results.

In 2003, Techno-Aide, Inc., was purchased by Hudson Valley IV, LLC, of New York. Proof once again that a long list of loyal and satisfied customers has been the key to strong and steady growth and success. Techno-Aide has always maintained the philosophy of focusing on the needs of radiology technologists and the medical community. Their top quality products, innovative styles and superior customer service are the reasons our customers and dealers are solid in their loyalty and are proud to represent the Techno-Aide line of products. Their pledge is to do everything possible to keep their customers coming back to Techno-Aide, time and time again.

It will be exciting to join this team as we venture into newer horizons.