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Cook Group announces sale of West Lafayette’s Cook Biotech to RTI Surgical

January 8, 2024

Bloomington, Ind. — In the latest of a series of strategic decisions aligned to its 5-year vision, Cook Group announced today that RTI Surgical will acquire Cook Biotech, a Cook life sciences company based in West Lafayette, Ind. RTI Surgical is a privately held, surgical implant company. Cook Group and RTI Surgical signed a purchase […]

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Our position against racism

October 30, 2020

Cook is a family company founded in 1963 and has grown into a global, multicultural organization. We were founded on core values of mutual respect, acting with integrity, and deeply committing to the quality of products and services we provide for patients and customers. Racism and injustice exist everywhere and adversely impact human dignity as […]

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A message from Cook

June 3, 2020

This is a painful time in our country. It’s unfathomable that tragedies such as the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery continue to happen. Sadly, as people of color know all too well, they do happen every day. To all people of color in our Cook family and broader community: we stand […]

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Cook Group operating during COVID-19

May 11, 2020

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Cook companies have worked hard to protect employee health and safety while continuing business operations and customer service. Some Cook companies have had to scale back operations, put significant policy changes in place, and rethink how we work. As the world adjusts to this new normal, we want to share our […]

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First Patient Enrolled in Cook Regentec’s Clinical Trial of Investigational Therapy for Critical Limb Ischemia

September 9, 2019
First Patient Enrolled in Cook Regentec’s Clinical Trial of Investigational Therapy for Critical Limb Ischemia

Study sites are currently being evaluated for enrollment in the US, Canada and the EU Indianapolis, Ind. – Cook Regentec today announced enrollment of the first patient in an international clinical trial evaluating the HemaTrate® Blood Filtration System to treat patients with critical limb ischemia (CLI) due to peripheral arterial disease (PAD). To treat CLI, […]

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Cook Group to host electronic waste recycling event in Bloomington

April 22, 2019

Bloomington, Ind. – Cook Group will host its second Community Electronic Recycling Day, on Saturday, April 27, in observation of Earth Month. This year, Cook is partnering with Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington and RecycleForce, to provide the community a free opportunity to recycle electronic waste while supporting previously incarcerated men and women to break […]

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Cook Biotech announces collaboration with Progressive Medical for Biodesign® Hernia Graft in US

April 4, 2019

West Lafayette, Indiana – Cook Biotech announced a new sales collaboration with Progressive Medical. Sales representatives employed by Progressive Medical will manage and support sales in the field for the Cook Biotech Biodesign Hernia Graft. Progressive Medical has sold and distributed products focused on overall cost effectiveness, efficiency, improved patient outcomes, and safety for over 33 […]

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Cook Group and WGU expand partnership to offer access to higher education at no cost to employees

April 1, 2019

Bloomington, Ind. – Cook Group announced today an expanded partnership with Western Governors University (WGU) to provide Cook employees with the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s or master’s degree with no out-of-pocket cost to employees. This new opportunity is part of the education component of My Cook Pathway, Cook’s award-winning workforce development program that includes educational […]

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Cook® Regentec Launches ProFusion™ Therapeutic Infusion Needle for Intramuscular or Subdermal Infusion of Therapeutic Agents

March 27, 2019

Indianapolis, Ind. – Cook Regentec announced today the launch of the ProFusion™ Therapeutic Infusion Needle used for intramuscular or subdermal infusion of therapeutic agents. The device is now available in the United States and Canada. The ProFusion Therapeutic Infusion Needle has multiple sideports arranged in a spiral to help uniformly deliver and disperse therapeutic agents, […]

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Study demonstrates Cook Biotech’s OASIS® Wound Matrix has higher rates of healing in pressure ulcers than standard of care

February 20, 2019

Bloomington, Ind. —  A recently published multi-center, randomized, controlled trial (RCT) demonstrated higher rates of healing when using OASIS® Wound Matrix with standard of care (SOC) for the treatment of full-thickness Stage III or Stage IV pressure ulcers than when using SOC alone.1 Pressure ulcers are open wounds caused by pressure. They often occur when an […]

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Elizabeth Sharp named vice president of Federal and International Government Affairs

December 12, 2018
Elizabeth Sharp named vice president of Federal and International Government Affairs

Bloomington, Ind. – Elizabeth Sharp, a 16-year veteran of legislative and government policy, will join Cook Group as vice president of Federal and International Government Affairs. Sharp comes to Cook with nearly two decades of healthcare policy experience in Washington. “Elizabeth brings a dynamic background and a versatile skill set to Cook,” said Allison Giles, […]

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Cook Regentec Celebrates Opening of Indianapolis Facility, Announces Collaboration with Indiana University School of Medicine

October 24, 2018

16 Tech Innovation District, Cook Regentec innovation space serve as backdrop for local collaborations Indianapolis, Ind. – Cook Regentec, Cook Group’s first company in Indianapolis, cut the ribbon today on its new facility on Indiana Avenue and announced a collaboration with Indiana University School of Medicine aimed at developing tools and technologies that advance solutions […]

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AcuityBio and Cook Biotech announce agreements for strategic collaboration and development of AcuityBio’s ABC103

September 5, 2018

 Developing treatment for the prevention of post-surgical lung cancer recurrence Newton, Massachusetts, and West Lafayette, Indiana – AcuityBio Inc., a developer of novel drug-delivery, combination products, announced that it has entered into agreements with Cook Biotech Inc., a leader in advanced biomaterials and regenerative medicine. Under the terms of the agreements, both companies will collaborate in […]

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Fountain Square marks 30 years since historic restoration

August 30, 2018

Bloomington, Ind. – September marks the 30th anniversary of Fountain Square’s 3-year, 10-million dollar building restoration in 1985. The building has 130,000 square feet of retail, office, and community gathering space. It is currently home to 62 local businesses, including tech innovators like Envisage, and has served as a launching pad for local shops like […]

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Cook Group’s Jeana Finlinson named to Bloomington’s 10 under 40

July 30, 2018
Cook Group’s Jeana Finlinson named to Bloomington’s 10 under 40

Bloomington, Ind.  – The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce recognized Jeana Finlinson of Cook Group, as one of the 2018 10 Under 40 Awards recipients. Finlinson, director of Learning and Talent Development, will be one of 10 young professionals recognized for outstanding leadership and community involvement. “Jeana has such a passion for the development of […]

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Downtown fireworks and block party to kick-off Independence Day celebrations, sponsored by Cook Group and CFC Properties

June 27, 2018
Downtown fireworks and block party to kick-off Independence Day celebrations, sponsored by Cook Group and CFC Properties

Bloomington, Ind. – B-town Boom will kick-off this year’s Independence Day celebrations in downtown Bloomington. In its inaugural year, B-town Boom’s block party and fireworks show is a family friendly event that brings our community downtown. Enjoy live music, food trucks, face painting, local shops, and restaurants in the heart of our city. The event, sponsored […]

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Cook Group and RecycleForce Partner for record breaking community electronic disposal day

May 11, 2018
Cook Group and RecycleForce Partner for record breaking community electronic disposal day

253,756 pounds of E-waste to be recycled and used to support Indianapolis based social venture organization focused on reentry programs and job training. Bloomington, Ind. – On Saturday, April 28, Cook Group partnered with RecycleForce to host a community electronic disposal day that gave Bloomington area residents and small businesses an opportunity to recycle their unused […]

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Cook Group to host electronic waste recycling event in Bloomington

April 25, 2018
Cook Group to host electronic waste recycling event in Bloomington

Bloomington, Ind. – Cook Group will host a community recycling event for electronic waste on Saturday, April28, to observe Earth Month. Cook is partnering with RecycleForce because both organizations believe in breaking down the barriers to employment that hold people back. RecycleForce is an organization that helps formerly incarcerated individuals rebuild their lives through workforce training, […]

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Cook Group recognized with innovation award for My Cook Pathway program

April 18, 2018

Bloomington, Ind. – Cook Group has received the Regional Talent Innovation Award for My Cook Pathway, the company’s education assistance and workforce development program. Since its inception in 2016, the My Cook Pathway program has provided over 1,000 employees the opportunity to advance their education and career skills, including 28 individuals who received their High […]

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Cook Group breaks ground to sprout new growth in Bloomington

March 23, 2018
Cook Group breaks ground to sprout new growth in Bloomington

Bloomington, Ind. –  Today, Cook Group held a tree planting ceremony on the property of its newest facility on Bloomington’s west side. The event marks the first step in the monumental undertaking to transform the former GE facility. The ceremonial planting of a Tulip Poplar, Indiana’s state tree, is a sign of new life and […]

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Cook Group furthers commitment to employee development, names Nicky James global vice president of Human Resources and Talent Development

February 15, 2018
Cook Group furthers commitment to employee development, names Nicky James global vice president of Human Resources and Talent Development

Bloomington, Ind. – Today, Cook Group announced Nicky James as vice president of Human Resources and Talent Development. With this announcement, Cook Group continues to invest in employees. James will focus her efforts on developing a robust people pipeline that supports the company’s long-term vision and goals. During her tenure at Cook, James has successfully […]

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Cook Medical purchase of former GE plant featured in The Herald-Times

February 7, 2018
Cook Medical purchase of former GE plant featured in The Herald-Times

The Herald-Times, a local Bloomington, Indiana newspaper, featured Cook Group’s newest facility. Cook Group purchased the former General Electric (GE) manufacturing facility in Bloomington in late 2017. Reporter Kurt Christian toured the former GE facility with Cook Group leadership, to view the current state of the property. Read the full story here: Cook’s plans for […]

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Allison Giles promoted to vice president, federal and international government affairs for Cook Group

January 29, 2018
Allison Giles promoted to vice president, federal and international government affairs for Cook Group

Bloomington, Ind. – Today, Cook Group announced the promotion of Allison Giles to vice president of federal and international government affairs. Since 2009, she has served as vice president of federal affairs. Giles will continue leading Cook’s efforts in Washington, DC, and will now also lead the global international government affairs program for Cook Group, […]

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Cook Group expands My Cook Pathway program with new IWU tuition discount

November 30, 2017

Bloomington, Ind. – Today, Cook Group announced a new partnership with Indiana Wesleyan University. All Cook employees will be eligible for a 10 percent tuition discount for bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in a variety of specialties. When combined with Cook’s tuition assistance program, the discount allows employees to earn their degree for less than […]

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Cook Group completes purchase of former GE building

November 27, 2017

Bloomington, Ind. – Today, Cook Group announced the completion of the purchase of the former GE site near Cook’s world headquarters on Bloomington’s west side. With the purchase, Cook Group reaffirms its commitment to Bloomington. “We started in southern Indiana over 50 years ago. Today, more than ever, we are committed to Bloomington,” said Pete […]

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Gretchen Gutman named to Ivy Tech Community College State Board of Trustees

November 16, 2017
Gretchen Gutman named to Ivy Tech Community College State Board of Trustees

Bloomington, Ind. – This month, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb named Gretchen Gutman, Cook Group’s vice president of public policy, to the Ivy Tech Community College State Board of Trustees. The appointment furthers efforts by Cook and Ivy Tech to connect individuals pursuing higher education to career opportunities. “I am looking forward to this role to […]

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Cook High School Equivalency program featured on WTHR-TV news

November 10, 2017

WTHR-TV, the Indianapolis NBC affiliate, recently featured Cook’s High School Equivalency program in a segment titled “Second Chance.” The spotlight featured Nycole, a Cook employee who recently earned her high school equivalency diploma while working part-time at Cook. See her story: Cook’s HSE program is part of My Cook Pathway, an employee development program. For more […]

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Cynthia Kretz receives honor for leading female general counsels

October 30, 2017
Cynthia Kretz receives honor for leading female general counsels

Bloomington, Ind. – Cynthia Kretz, vice president and general counsel at Cook Group, was honored for her excellence in the legal field as a part of this year’s Shirley’s Legacy award on September 21. Barnes & Thornburg hosted its third-annual ceremony in honor of Shirley Shideler, the first woman to be president of the Indiana […]

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Cook Group completes sale of Cook Pharmica

October 24, 2017
Cook Group completes sale of Cook Pharmica

Bloomington, Ind. – Today, Cook Group completed the sale of Cook Pharmica to Catalent, Inc. (NYSE: CTLT). Cook Pharmica, now known as Catalent Bloomington, expands Catalent’s capabilities by adding more drug substance and drug product expertise and capacity to serve patients worldwide. The completion of the acquisition of Cook Pharmica will strengthen Catalent’s position as […]

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Cook Group reaches agreement in lieu of annexation with Bloomington 

September 28, 2017

Bloomington, Ind. – Cook Group and the City of Bloomington today agreed to enter into an “Agreement in Lieu of Annexation.” In exchange of the City agreeing not to annex Cook properties located outside of city limits, Cook agrees to pay a minimum of $100,000 per year for 15 years. This agreement extends a relationship […]

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Cook Group announcement expands life sciences industry in Bloomington

September 19, 2017
Cook Group announcement expands life sciences industry in Bloomington

Bloomington, Ind. – Today, two Cook Group announcements mark significant, positive changes for the future of Bloomington. First, Cook Group and Catalent, Inc. announced a purchase agreement for Catalent (NYSE: CTLT) to purchase Cook Pharmica. In addition, Cook Group, through its subsidiary Cook Properties, has signed an agreement to purchase the former GE site near […]

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MED Institute welcomes Ted Heise, PhD

September 15, 2017

Bloomington, Ind. – Med Institute Inc. today announced Ted Heise as the new vice president regulatory and clinical services for MED Institute. The West Lafayette based Cook Group company helps accelerate medical device development of concepts to clinical use in the safest manner possible; providing engineering, regulatory and clinical services for medical device companies. “Ted’s expertise […]

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Cook tutoring program marks first year with Boys & Girls Club

August 31, 2017
Cook tutoring program marks first year with Boys & Girls Club

Bloomington, Ind. – April marked the first anniversary of Cook’s tutoring program in partnership with Bloomington’s Crestmont Boys & Girls Club. Over the past year, 30 Cook employees have volunteered more than 1,300 hours tutoring kids ages 6 to 17. The program consists of Cook employees that volunteer to tutor students in grades K-12 at […]

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Cook Group donates land to local fire department

August 14, 2017
Cook Group donates land to local fire department

Bloomington, Ind. – Today, Cook Group announced a two-acre land donation to the Washington Township fire department. The land will become home to a new fire station that will service the area west of the I-69 expansion. “When I-69 is complete, the current Fire Station #5 won’t be able to quickly and easily service those […]

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Cook Group celebrates workforce opportunity milestone

July 10, 2017

Bloomington, Ind. – June marked the first anniversary of the My Cook Pathway program, Cook Group’s workforce initiative. The program provides Cook employees with education and career development opportunities through financial assistance. Cook first launched the program by announcing partnerships with Monroe County Community Schools Adult Education at Broadview Learning Center and Ivy Tech Community College […]

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Cook’s High School Equivalency program featured in The Herald-Times

June 21, 2017

The Herald-Times, a local Bloomington, Indiana paper, profiled Cook’s High School Equivalency program in a feature. Reporter Kurt Christian sat down with Cook leadership and recent program graduate Nycole to capture stories and successes of the adult education initiative. Read the full story here: Cook Group program offers path to education, career

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Pete Yonkman announces fund for Bloomington tech startups

April 7, 2017

Pete Yonkman, Cook Group and Cook Medical President Bloomington, Ind. – Pete Yonkman, president of Cook Group and Cook Medical, announced a fund to help small tech companies attract new employees at this weekend’s Combine event in downtown Bloomington. The fund will be seeded by a $50,000 donation from Pete and Janell Yonkman. “Bloomington is a […]

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