Send us a text What happens when purpose runs in the family? In this episode, Bryant Hawkins Sr. sits down with Duane and D'Juan "DJ" James, a father-son duo who’ve built a combined 50 years of impact in the Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) industry. From humble beginnings to executive leadership, their story is more than career progression. It’s a living lesson in mentorship, legacy, and the power of being both a student and a teacher. You’ll hear how Duane turned a layoff into a...

Send us a text In this final episode of the Uptime Services Dental Summit series, HTM On The Line brings together voices shaping the future of dental and HTM collaboration. Michael Pettis of ADS Dental Systems shares how simplicity in design built a $20M brand. Jeff Heinz and Patrick Lindsay of the Hu-Friedy Group discuss innovations from Accutron, Vista Research Group, and PWR. And AAMI leaders Danielle McGeary and Robert Burroughs announce a major step forward — integrating dental servicing...

Send us a text In Part 3 of our Uptime Services Dental Summit series, HTM On The Line host Bryant Hawkins Sr. sits down with two leaders who are redefining what service really means. Andrea Bordenca of DESCO shares how her team’s vision to be the global model of customer service is shaping a culture that puts people first, from employees to clients. Then, Alex Federal of Ray America dives into the future of dental imaging and shows how innovation and integrity can go hand-in-hand in a tech-dr...

Send us a text ***Motivational Moment*** Four hundred miles of purpose. Two expos. Two schools. Hundreds of new possibilities. This video isn’t about travel, it’s about impact. Grateful for my Innovative Radiology family for standing in the gap and helping inspire the next generation of healthcare leaders. Watch below and be reminded what purpose in motion looks like. Big thanks to our partners: College of Biomedical Equipment Technology, A.M. BICKFORD, INC., UptimeServices, MD Publishing...

Send us a text In Part 2 of our special four-part series from the Uptown Services Dental Summit (Charlotte, NC – Sept. 18-20), host Bryant Hawkins Sr. sits down with two leaders shaping different but equally important areas of dentistry. First, Ed Morrill of Tuttnauer shares how over a century of sterilization expertise has evolved into cloud-connected, technician-friendly solutions that make maintenance and compliance easier than ever. Then, Michael McCoy of Dental Collective explains how hi...

Send us a text In this first episode of our special four-part series from the Uptime Services Dental Summit (Charlotte, NC – Sept. 18-20), host Bryant Hawkins Sr. sits down with Jerri Weiss from Dexis. Dexis is leading the charge in digital imaging and AI-powered solutions for dental practices worldwide. In this conversation, we dive into how AI is transforming workflows, improving diagnostics, and supporting technicians, providers, and patients in new ways. This is just the beginning of our ...

Send us a text In this episode of HTM On The Line, host Bryant Hawkins Sr. sits down with Eric Massey, Regional Director of Operations, to uncover his powerful journey from being a high-performing technician to a transformative leader in Healthcare Technology Management. Eric opens up about the wake-up call that forced him to rethink leadership, the routines that keep him sharp, and his passion for developing people through his new coaching venture, The Massey Method. From learning to “own yo...

Send us a text The truth about HTM? It gives back what you put in. In this podcast episode, I unpack comparison traps, the real meaning of leadership, and why timing matters. If you’ve ever felt overlooked or stuck, this message will help you rediscover your purpose and stay faithful to the process. "Five minutes of truth to fuel your HTM journey." Big thanks to our partners: College of Biomedical Equipment Technology, A.M. BICKFORD, INC., UptimeServices, MD Publishing, Innovative Radiology A...

Send us a text In Healthcare Technology Management (HTM), the work is unseen but vital. Voices That Carry the Weight is a motivational compilation for the professionals who keep healthcare alive behind the curtain. This episode is a reminder: your purpose isn’t comfort, its contribution. You are not invisible. You are indispensable. Big thanks to our partners: College of Biomedical Equipment Technology, A.M. BICKFORD, INC., UptimeServices, MD Publishing, Innovative Radiology AND GMC Healthcar...

Send us a text Episode Discussion Summary In this episode, Brandi shares how her passion for healthcare technology started before she even graduated high school and why her vision for making a difference hasn’t changed. We talk about: Starting with purpose – how her original goal of helping low-income patients led her to HTM.The mentors who shaped her – including lessons learned from calm, confident leadership.The evolution of HTM – bridging the gap between IT and biomed, and embracing AI as ...

Send us a text In this final chapter of the Earned, Not Given series, B-Hawk gets personal and purposeful. This isn’t just about professional success. It’s about what we build that lives on after us, the blueprints, the mentorship, the mission. It’s about showing up with intention for those who are coming behind you. Topics Covered: What it means to truly operate in Legacy ModeHow mentorship multiplies your impactThe difference between ego and legacyLiving your influence in real time — not j...

Send us a text In this third installment of our 4-part series, B-Hawk unpacks what it truly means to own your assignment, when the hype disappears, when the weight gets real, and when your soul starts asking for what’s real. This is the episode for those carrying responsibilities no one claps for. The moments where you’re bleeding but still showing up. Because owning the assignment isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence. And some of the most powerful growth happens not when life feels e...

Send us a text Have you ever second-guessed yourself… even after the door opened? In this episode, we’re talking to the leaders who’ve been working in the shadows, the ones who’ve put in the reps, carried the pressure, and done the hard things when no one was watching. Now the announcement has been made: it’s your time. But if you’re not careful, you’ll delay your own elevation by asking questions you’ve already outgrown. This isn’t about arrogance. This is about alignment. You didn’t hustle ...

Send us a text In this soul-stirring episode, B-Hawk delivers a raw and reflective message for every HTM professional who's ever felt overlooked, underestimated or unseen. Inspired by a moment at an airport gate, he draws a powerful parallel between boarding a flight and walking through doors in your career, not because of luck, but because of legacy. If you've ever questioned whether the long hours, missed moments or quiet sacrifices were worth it, this episode will remind you: you didn’t sk...

Send us a text In this episode of HTM On The Line, host Bryant Hawkins (B-Hawk) sits down with Mayra Becerra, a certified biomedical equipment technician, imaging team manager, and trailblazing Latina leader in the Healthcare Technology Management industry. From her roots in Colombia to becoming a force in South Florida’s HTM community, Mayra shares her powerful journey of overcoming doubt, finding purpose, and breaking stereotypes. She opens up about the mentors who shaped her path, the impo...

Send us a text What happens when your career collides with your calling? In this power-packed episode of HTM On The Line, Bryant Hawkins Sr. sits down with HTM powerhouse Jose Zambrano, better known as “Jay-Z”, for a real, raw and unforgettable conversation. From his early days fixing dialysis machines to mentoring the next generation of techs, Jose shares the defining moments that transformed a job into a lifelong mission. They talk about grief, grit and growth, about building real pipelines...

Send us a text Not Your Usual Episode. Not Your Usual Story. In this special podcast episode, it's from AAMI Exchange New Orleans, I’m bringing you behind the scenes to a powerful, unfiltered moment featuring three voices that lit the room up. Monty and Lisa Gonzales, and my mentee, Jovan “Joe Joe” Ervin. This is more than a speech. It’s purpose in motion. From a scholarship given in memory, to a standing ovation from 70+ HTM leaders, to a young man redefining what it means to c...

Send us a text In this episode of HTM on The Line, we sit down with Adrianna England. Director of Inside Sales and the powerhouse behind the 600+ strong Women in Leadership group within the Healthcare Technology Management Industry. Adrianna shares her unexpected path into the industry, her passion for mentorship, and how choosing kindness, vulnerability, and grit helped her grow into a true industry voice. We talk: 🔹 Leadership without ego 🔹 The fear of not being liked, and doing it an...

Send us a text To the Class of 2025 and recent grads—Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) might be the purpose-driven path you never knew existed. HTM community, share this with a graduate or educator and help us introduce the next generation to a career that truly saves lives. Big thanks to our podcast partners: College of Biomedical Equipment Technology, A.M. BICKFORD, INC., UptimeServices, PM BIOMEDICAL, and Talent Exclusive. Your support keeps the HTM mission alive! Kristin Leavoy...

Send us a text Recorded live on April 16, 2025, at MD Expo Temecula, this episode features a powerful conversation with Justin Ross and Jamie Spragis of Fluke Biomedical, as they unveil the revolutionary ESA 710, a smart electrical safety analyzerbuilt to streamline HTM workflows. Host Bryant “B-Hawk” Hawkins explores how this new technology integrates directly with CMMS platforms, enables cloud-based backups, provides step-by-step visual procedures, and empowers new and seasoned biomed...