Ken Spett To Receive Sasen Leadership Award
Ken Spett
CEO
Graham-Field
Sept. 11, 2025 — The Health Industry Distributors Association (HIDA) announced today that Ken Spett, Chief Executive Officer of Graham-Field, will receive the 2025 John F. Sasen Leadership Award. The Sasen Award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, commitment, and service to the healthcare products distribution industry and HIDA.
“Ken leads with both strategy and heart,” said HIDA President & CEO Matthew J. Rowan. “His transformative tenure at Graham-Field has helped shape the company into a respected force in medical products. His influence reaches far beyond corporate walls, as a dedicated leader in industry organizations and public service. Ken's legacy is one of mentorship, excellence, and service to others.”
Spett has served on the HIDA Educational Foundation (HEF) Board of Directors since 2018 and has held the role of Treasurer since 2022. He is also a member of the Healthcare Manufacturers Network (HMN) and Professional Women in Healthcare (PWH), reflecting his commitment to collaboration and innovation across the healthcare sector.
Spett's leadership in the private sector has been recognized by leaders in government. In 2022, Spett was appointed by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce to the District Export Council, where he is currently serving a four-year volunteer term supporting the growth of U.S. export initiatives.
Spett has led Graham-Field as Chief Executive Officer since May 2011, as well as serving on its Board of Directors. Across his 50-year career in healthcare distribution, Spett has held multiple roles at Graham-Field, including Corporate Vice President of Marketing, Vice President of the Medical/Surgical Division, Senior Vice President in 2007, Executive Vice President in 2009, and Chief Operating Officer. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Queens College (NY).
About The Sasen Award
The 2025 John F. Sasen Leadership Award will be presented at the Chairman's Dinner on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at HIDA’s annual Streamlining Healthcare Expo & Business Exchange in Indianapolis, Indiana. For more information on the John F. Sasen Award, past recipients, and its namesake John Sasen, visit the HIDA Industry Awards page.
About HIDA
Health Industry Distributors Association (HIDA) represents the healthcare distribution network — the essential link between global healthcare supply manufacturers and local care providers. HIDA members operate more than 500+ distribution centers to bring critical products, supplies, and services to more than 560,000 healthcare settings across the U.S., including hospitals, long-term care, physician practices, home care, and laboratories.