In a remarkable moment of innovation and dedication, Maj Geoffrey Johnston and (S)MSgt John Reeves recently presented Project Lavoy, a cutting-edge mobile blood transfusion kit, as a finalist in the highly competitive HAF Spark Tank competition. Their project, a groundbreaking solution to improve battlefield medical care, not only captured the attention of key Air Force leadership but also earned them the “2024 Spark Tank “People’s Choice Award”, receiving over 3,000 votes from Airmen and Guardians across the Air Force and Space Force.
Undersecretary of the Air Force Melissa Dalton, Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. James Slife and Vice Chief of Space Operations Gen. Michael Guetlein host the Spark Tank competition finals at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va. Oct. 30, 2024. Spark Tank is the flagship competition in which innovators from across the Department of the Air Force pitch their ideas to a panel of top leadership and industry experts in pursuit of sponsorship to realize their idea. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andy Morataya)
Maj Geoffrey Johnston and (S)MSgt John Reeves presented a 3-minute pitch on ‘Project Lavoy’, a HAF Spark Tank Finalist competition winning project!
The team was also awarded the ‘24 Spark Tank “People’s Choice Award” with over 3,000 votes from Airman and Guardians across the enterprises.
At the heart of their presentation, which was delivered in front of influential leaders like Undersecretary of the Air Force Honorable Melissa G. Dalton, Air Force Vice Chief of Staff General James C. Slife, and Space Force Vice Chief of Operations General Michael A. Guetlein, Project Lavoy presented a game-changing vision: a portable and mobile blood transfusion kit designed to save lives on the front lines. This innovative concept aims to reduce the time between injury and treatment, providing critical care in remote and austere environments where traditional medical facilities are inaccessible.
The vision behind Project Lavoy is simple yet profound—battlefield care has always been the cornerstone of military medical advancement. However, time has been the enemy in many of these life-and-death situations. With blood transfusions being a vital component in trauma care, the Project Lavoy team recognized that the ability to deliver this treatment quickly and efficiently could dramatically increase survival rates. What they’ve achieved is nothing short of revolutionary.
The kit itself is compact, lightweight, and easily transportable—designed to withstand the harshest conditions and ensure that Airmen and Guardians can continue their critical missions with the peace of mind that medical care is within arm’s reach. This project is the result of countless hours of dedication, ingenuity, and a deep commitment to improving the well-being of our service members in the most challenging of circumstances.
A key partner in bringing Project Lavoy to life was Chinook Medical Gear, whose expertise in medical equipment design played a critical role in shaping the final product. Chinook Medical’s advanced technology and experience in creating life-saving medical solutions were integral in developing a transfusion system that meets the needs of military personnel operating in the most austere environments. Their involvement ensured that the Project Lavoy kit was not only functional but also durable, efficient, and capable of performing under the demanding conditions of the battlefield.
“Chinook Medical Gear is thrilled to support Project Lavoy and its mission to revolutionize battlefield care. Together, we’re ensuring that our service members have access to the critical medical solutions they need, when they need them most.”
Anita Miller, COO Chinook Medical gear
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