Krista Recker
About Krista Recker
Krista Recker is a Business Director at Magnolia Medical Technologies, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in the medical device industry, having held various managerial roles at companies such as ADP, ConvaTec, ICU Medical, and Covidien.
Current Role at Magnolia Medical Technologies
Krista Recker serves as the Business Director at Magnolia Medical Technologies, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing business operations and strategic initiatives. Recker has contributed to the company's intellectual property portfolio, which includes over 70 issued patents and more than 50 pending patent applications. Her work focuses on the marketing and strategic positioning of innovative blood collection devices that aim to enhance diagnostic accuracy and lower healthcare costs.
Previous Experience at ADP and Other Companies
Before joining Magnolia Medical Technologies, Krista Recker held various positions in the healthcare and business sectors. She worked at ADP as a District Manager in Small Business Services from 2009 to 2012. Following that, she served as an Account Representative at Covidien from 2011 to 2014. Recker then transitioned to ICU Medical, where she worked as an Infusion Systems Territory Manager from 2015 to 2021. Additionally, she was a Territory Manager at ConvaTec for one year in 2014 to 2015.
Educational Background at Bryant University
Krista Recker earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Bryant University. She studied there from 2005 to 2009, completing her degree in four years. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge in marketing principles, which she has applied throughout her career in various managerial roles.
Key Contributions to Blood Culture Contamination Solutions
During her tenure at Magnolia Medical Technologies, Krista Recker played a significant role in promoting Steripath®, a device that is FDA-cleared for reducing blood culture contamination. This device has gained acceptance among leading academic institutions and medical centers, highlighting Recker's impact on improving clinical practices in blood collection.