Fluid Metering Blog

Summertime Chi: ADLM 2025

Written by Colin Rademacher | 6/23/25 2:45 PM

As the coach of the Business Development team at Fluid Metering, there’s a special energy that comes with the arrival of summer, especially when it means heading to Chicago for the ADLM Clinical Lab Expo. Is it the city’s pulse? The warmth of the sun? Or maybe it’s that this event feels like the unofficial kickoff to H2 - a moment to celebrate all the hard work and progress we’ve made in the first half of the year.

Whatever the reason, there’s something truly magical about Chicago in the summertime. The city’s vibrant streets, the refreshing breeze off Lake Michigan, and the lively atmosphere all seem to welcome new ideas, new connections, and the chance to reconnect with old friends.

Image Left (left to right): Blake Webb, Kyle Burrows, Colin Rademacher, Luis Cajas, Thomas Breitenstein, & Shannon Lonsberry at ADLM 2024 in Chicago, IL.


Why We’re Excited for ADLM 2025
This year, Fluid Metering is proud to be part of the ADLM 2025 Clinical Lab Expo - the premier global gathering for laboratory medicine professionals. From July 29 – 31, we’ll join over 850 exhibitors to showcase our latest innovations and connect with the brightest minds shaping the future of clinical testing and patient care. For us, this is more than just a tradeshow - it’s a time for discovery, learning, and growth - not just for our business, but for everyone involved.

Reconnecting with Purpose
One of the highlights of any Chicago tradeshow is the opportunity to reconnect with my team face-to-face. After months of virtual meetings and remote collaboration, there’s nothing quite like sharing stories, sparking new ideas, and sharing a laugh together in person. These moments remind us why we do what we do - not just for the technology or the products we offer, but for the people who make our work meaningful and rewarding.


Guided by Wisdom
As we prepare for the show, I find myself reflecting on the wisdom that guides our approach to business and to each other:

"Follow the customer and all else follows."


This simple, powerful idea is at the heart of everything we do. Success is rooted in understanding and serving the needs of those who rely on our solutions. By keeping the customer at the center of every decision, we create lasting value and build relationships that stand the test of time.

And as Zig Ziglar once said:

“If people like you, they’ll listen to you, but if they trust you, they’ll do business with you.”


Trust is the foundation of every meaningful partnership. At Fluid Metering, we’re committed to earning that trust every day - through our products, our people, and our passion for making a difference.

 

Looking Ahead
As we head into summertime chi and the excitement of ADLM 2025, I’m inspired by the possibilities ahead. Here’s to new connections, fresh ideas, and celebrating the incredible team that makes it all possible.

See you in Chicago!