Type Of Business:
Manufacturing company
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Customer relations; Sales and business markets
Major Product/SVS:
Quality control additives for the diagnostic industry
Hobbies/Sports:
Dancing; Watching movies; Biking; Spending time with her seven grandchildren
Education Degrees:
High School Diploma
Affiliations Awards:
Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce; Skyline Club, Indianapolis, IN; The American Legion; National Association of Professional Women
Industry:
Business Management
Date of Distinction:
7/8/2011
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Her determination, knowledge and her personal journey with her husband who was diagnosed with cancer that made her go into the industry.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Mrs. Proksch has produced a family of innovative lipid quality control products for the OEM market, and cholesterol and triglyceride lipoprotein additives for the diagnostic industry.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
She would like to be remembered as determined, knowledgeable, passionate, and one who produced products that help patients improve their quality of life
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
GOD
Charity:
Muscular Dystrophy Association; Humane Society for Animals Inc.; American Cancer Society
Number Of Years In Profession:
10
Number Of Years In Current Position:
8
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her knowledge.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her position after her husband was diagnosed with cancer.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mrs. Proksch's husband is a biochemist and the senior adviser at the company.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing operations; Managing customer service; Marketing; Handling accounts payable and receivable; Catering to the needs of staff; Ordering supplies; Attending conferences and seminars
Awards/Honors:
Award for Fundraising, Muscular Dystrophy Association (2008-2009)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mrs. Proksch intends to develop her company into the best business in the medical manufacturing industry and expand her customer base.