Haley McKeefer, PharmD, RPh, MHA, MS, CPHQ is a dedicated new practitioner who is deeply excited about the pharmacy profession and our impact on society. She is currently the Director of Strategic Partnerships for the Texas Pharmacy Association, where she supports impactful collaborations that drive innovative care delivery models for patients. Haley earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of North Texas System College of Pharmacy and completed a Health Policy and Communications fellowship with the Rutgers Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship program and the National Pharmaceutical Council in Washington, D.C. Her practice experiences span community, long-term care, and hospice pharmacy, giving her deep insight into the practical challenges facing today's practitioners. Haley has held numerous national, regional, and local leadership roles dedicated to empowering pharmacy professionals. Most recently, she served as President of the Tarrant County Pharmacy Association, where she focused on building strategic relationships through collaborative governance. Her extensive engagement within the American Pharmacists Association includes serving as the '26-27 Member-At-Large for Education in the New Practitioner and Community, the '25-26 New Practitioner Liaison for the Pain, Palliative, and Substance Use Disorder Community, and as a past Midyear Regional Meeting Coordinator. Haley is most energized when taking part in a team that is co-creating sustainable solutions. She is committed to utilizing her collaboration-centered leadership skills to support new practitioners and advance the pharmacy profession.

Jarred Prudencio, PharmD, FCCP, BCACP, BC-ADM is currently a tenured Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice and the Director of Experiential Education at the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy at the University of Hawaii at Hilo (UH Hilo DKICP). He is currently in his 11th academic year as a faculty member. He has been involved with APhA since he was a student. He serves as the UH Hilo DKICP APhA-ASP Chapter Advisor and is an active member of multiple APhA communities. He has served as Chair of the Preceptor Community for the 2025-2026 year. He has served in the APhA House of Delegates for 8 years as a Hawaii State Delegate. In addition to APhA, he is actively involved in other academia-focused organizations, including the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) and in the American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP) Education & Training Practice & Research Network (PRN). In his current academic role, he has responsibilities including administrative oversight of the experiential curriculum, teaching in the didactic and experiential curriculum, conducting research and scholarly activities, and service to the program and profession. He precepts APPE electives in Pharmacy Academia and enjoys providing guidance to learners and junior faculty to assist in their growth and development within academia.

Taylor Mathis graduated with her Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy in 2016. She completed a PGY-1/PGY-2 Community Pharmacy Administration Residency with Kroger Health and The University of Cincinnati James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy in 2018. She began her career in academia as an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Union University College of Pharmacy in Jackson, Tennessee. During her time at Union, she practiced for five years in ambulatory care at a local primary care clinic, served for three years as the Director for Student Success and Wellness, and served for two years as the Assistant Dean for Student Services. She is now teaching and practicing at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy in Jackson, Mississippi where she provides pharmacy services for the Medical Center's hospitalist team. Taylor is passionate about academia, thrives in interprofessional environments, and finds great joy in working with students. When she is not at work, she is likely at home, soaking up time with her greatest blessings - her husband and her two children.

Dr. Martha Abraham is an ambulatory care pharmacist and educator dedicated to advancing patient care, pharmacy education, and professional engagement. She currently serves as Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Cedarville University School of Pharmacy and previously held a shared faculty position at West Virginia University School of Pharmacy. Throughout her career, Dr. Abraham has collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to improve access to care and optimize medication-related outcomes in primary care, chronic disease management, and transitions of care. She has extensive experience advancing pharmacist-provided patient care services and improving outcomes for patients with chronic health conditions. As an educator, Dr. Abraham is passionate about developing the next generation of pharmacists through classroom instruction, experiential education, and professional mentorship. As a professional, she is actively involved in APhA, having served as an alternate delegate for both the New Practitioner and Academy of Pharmacy Practice and Management (APPM) Delegations and currently serves as Chair of the Ambulatory Care Community Engagement and Communications Team. Dr. Abraham earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Cedarville University School of Pharmacy and completed a two-year fellowship focused on ambulatory care and academic pharmacy. She is a Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP) and remains engaged in practice-based research, scholarship, and professional service. Her experiences as a clinician, educator, and APhA volunteer leader have prepared her to serve as Chair-Elect and help guide the Ambulatory Care Community in advancing practice, developing future leaders, and supporting its members.

Dr. Jordan Scott is originally from Ontario, Canada. He received his Bachelors of Science in biochemistry from Houghton University, followed by his doctorate of pharmacy from D’Youville University School of Pharmacy. Jordan stayed in Buffalo for his residency training, completing a PGY-1 residency at Buffalo General Medical Center and a PGY-2 in hematology/oncology at Roswell Park. Jordan currently works at Roswell Park as the Lead Clinical Pharmacist Specialist for specialty pharmacy, focusing in hematology. Jordan is a board certified oncology pharmacist (BCOP) as of 2026. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with family, watching, and playing sports, as well as enjoying the outdoors through hiking and fishing. Go Bills!

R. Taylor Reed, PharmD, completed his Doctor of Pharmacy at Ohio Northern University, and his residency at the University of Iowa and Osterhaus Pharmacy. After practicing in a variety of community pharmacy settings, in the summer of 2021, Dr. Reed joined the Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio as its Executive Director. Under his leadership, Charitable Pharmacy has steadied itself out of the global pandemic, leaned into its capacity to serve more neighbors, and grown its clinical program offerings. Taylor has been a proud member of APhA for more than 15 years, and served in the APhA House for Delegates for nearly a decade. Because of his role today that's nearly exclusively focused on underserved patients' care, when the new community format launched, Taylor volunteered for leadership as a co-chair of the Communications team and then a Member-at-Large within the Care for Underserved Patients (CUP) Community. It would be a privilege to continue serving the community as its next Chair. At the state-level, Taylor remains engaged also and has received awards and recognition from the Ohio Pharmacists Association, Iowa Pharmacy Association, Tennessee Pharmacists Association. Outside of pharmacy practice, Taylor's leadership extends on the national stage through his Board of Directors role with the National Association of Free Clinics and as a Trustee of the AstraZeneca Foundation. Dr. Reed brings robust experience in community pharmacy management, strategic partnerships, health policy, and administration. He is deeply passionate about serving underserved communities and believes that affordable, equitable healthcare should be accessible to all people.

Dr. Kaitlyn Yeates, PharmD, is a community pharmacy leader dedicated to advancing innovative, patient-centered care models and developing the future of the profession. She graduated from the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy in 2021 and completed a PGY1 Community-Based Residency through the University of Iowa at Greenwood Pharmacy in Waterloo, Iowa, where she gained experience in expanding clinical services and community-based patient care. Following residency, Dr. Yeates joined Towncrest Pharmacy in Iowa City, where she currently serves as Director of Clinical Operations. In this role, she oversees the development, implementation, and optimization of clinical services across multiple community pharmacy locations, with a focus on enhancing access to care, improving patient outcomes, and integrating sustainable service models into daily workflow. She also serves as the Pharmacist in Charge at the Towncrest Iowa City location, leading operations while fostering a collaborative, supportive team environment. Dr. Yeates is passionate about mentorship, workforce development, and creating inclusive learning environments. She actively precepts pharmacy students and is committed to equipping learners with the skills needed to thrive in evolving practice models. Her work also extends into community outreach, including organizing vaccination clinics and partnering with local organizations to expand access to care. Through her leadership, Dr. Yeates continues to drive innovation in community pharmacy practice while advocating for the vital role pharmacists play in improving public health.

Madeline is a pharmacist with a heart for community care and a drive to make healthcare more accessible—especially in rural areas. After graduating from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy in 2023, she completed a PGY1 community-based residency with the University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy and Moose Pharmacy, followed by a Practice Advancement Fellowship at UNC ESOP, where she spent significant time supporting CPESN networks. Today, Madeline leads the Next Generation Luminary Initiative for CPESN USA, helping cultivate the next wave of innovative pharmacy leaders. She also serves as a Network Facilitator for CPESN North Carolina and as Director of Clinical Services at Moose Pharmacy of Monroe, where she works to expand clinical services and strengthen local access to care. She has experience in multiple aspects of pharmacy workflow – from dispensing prescriptions to the development and implementation of clinical programs. Within her role with CPESN North Carolina, she works with payors and collaborative partners and coaches pharmacies on workflow improvements and specific payor program implementation. One of her long-term goals includes owning her own independent pharmacy. Whether mentoring students, working with new pharmacists, or building innovative care models, Madeline is all about making pharmacy more personal, more impactful, and more connected to the communities it serves.

Jacob P.R. Deitsch, PharmD, BCSCP, HDDP, IgCP is a nationally recognized pharmacy leader with over a decade of experience in sterile compounding, home infusion, and pharmacy education. He currently serves as Director of Pharmacy Education and Programs at the National Home Infusion Association (NHIA), where he leads national clinical education initiatives, oversees continuing education accreditation, and supports the development of clinical practice standards and advocacy efforts. Dr. Deitsch has extensive experience advancing sterile compounding practice through education, quality improvement, and regulatory alignment. His work focuses on translating USP <797> and <800> requirements into practical, sustainable workflows across diverse care settings. He has led national training programs, supported inspection readiness, and developed competency-based education for pharmacists and technicians. An active contributor to the profession, Dr. Deitsch has authored multiple publications and delivered presentations at national conferences on topics including immediate-use compounding, beyond-use dating, and sterile compounding oversight. He has also served as faculty for sterile compounding education programs and currently contributes as a member of the Ohio Pharmacist Association Compounding SIG. As a candidate for Chair-Elect of the APhA Compounding Community, Dr. Deitsch is committed to advancing practical implementation of compounding standards, strengthening workforce competency and supporting innovative education of compounding practices. His leadership is grounded in collaboration, education, and a dedication to improving patient care through high quality

Joah Sundrani, PharmD, MBA, BCSCP, FACA, serves as Vice President of Compliance and Compounding Innovation at SandsRx, a 503A sterile and nonsterile compounding pharmacy with multiple locations in North Texas. In this role, Joah oversees regulatory compliance, quality systems, sterile compounding operations, and vendor qualification, and works closely with marketing and sales teams to ensure compliant, effective communications. Joah is an active member of the APhA Compounding Community and serves on the APhA advisory committee for the BCSCP recertification course, supporting continued board certification for sterile compounding pharmacists. Joah has presented nationally on quality and compliance topics, including CAPA case studies at NHIA 2026, and moderated a USP 795, 797, and 800 panel at the Compounding Compliance Conference. At the state and local levels, Joah serves as a director of the Texas Pharmacy Association, where Joah has contributed to regulatory comments on federal compounding actions, and is a past president of the Dallas Area Pharmacy Association. As DAPA's digital and social media chair for several years, Joah developed a strong foundation in advocacy communications, graphic design, and targeted outreach. Joah is also a dedicated preceptor committed to educating the next generation of compounding pharmacists. Joah believes the art of compounding must be protected and advanced through engagement, visibility, and education, and is honored to be considered for Community leadership.

Dr. Kripali Patel is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Boston, MA, where she has been a full-time faculty member since 2023. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from MCPHS and completed postgraduate training through a PGY1 Community Pharmacy residency at the University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy, followed by a PGY2 residency in geriatric pharmacotherapy at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy. Dr. Patel’s passion for diabetes care was shaped by her early experiences supporting family members living with chronic conditions, including diabetes and hypertension. From a young age, she was involved in helping manage her grandparents’ health, including learning how to administer insulin. These experiences sparked her curiosity about how medications can improve patients’ lives and fueled her commitment to understanding the complexities of diabetes management. Her professional journey includes developing a transitions of care program at large academic medical center in Boston. Currently, Dr. Patel practices as an ambulatory care clinical pharmacy specialist at Whittier Street Health Center in Roxbury, MA, where she manages patients with diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia under a collaborative drug therapy management agreement. Her clinical, teaching, and research interests include diabetes management, transitions of care, medication adherence, chronic disease management, and the impact of social drivers of health on patient outcomes. Dr. Patel is dedicated to advancing pharmacist-led care and improving health outcomes for diverse patient populations.

Dr. Jacob Saling is a health-system executive specializing in operational governance, fiscal stewardship, and workforce development. He holds a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and a Master of Healthcare Administration from Louisiana State University Shreveport. Dr. Saling completed PGY-1 and PGY-2 residencies in Community Practice and Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership, the latter at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Saling serves as Pharmacy Operations Manager at Memorial Regional Hospital, an 800+ bed flagship tertiary facility in Hollywood, Florida, where he oversees a $20M+ labor budget for 171 FTEs. He co-chairs the system Recruitment and Retention Committee, spearheading career ladder reforms that collapse 14 legacy technician titles into streamlined, dual-pathway advancement models. Previously, he served as Pharmacy Operations Manager at Ascension Saint Thomas, where he directed operations for a 435-bed hospital, commanded pharmacy operations during the May 2024 cyberattack, and led a 62+ unit Pyxis conversion. A Credentialed Epic Trainer, Dr. Saling has led major health-system capital technology initiatives, including enterprise Cerner-to-Epic EMR migrations and carousel automation installations. He is also the co-founder of Dacatus VJK, LLC, an educational firm providing board-compliant administrative credits for healthcare leaders. Dr. Saling is the current Chair-Elect of the APhA Health System Community. A published author in the Journal of the American Pharmacists Association, he remains dedicated to mentoring emerging practitioners, advancing pharmacy technology, and cultivating sustainable leadership pipelines across health systems.

Ashley Hannings Chinchilla is a faculty member at the University of Georgia College of Pharmacy. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from UGA in 2011. After graduation, she completed a PGY-1 residency at the McWhorter School of Pharmacy at Samford University and the Jefferson County Department of Health in Birmingham, AL, with an emphasis in ambulatory care. She then completed a PGY-2 residency in community pharmacy and academia through the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy and Kerr Drug in Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Chinchilla is based out of the Division of Experience Programs and works with students during their Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences, coordinating and facilitating their learning during patient care experiences, including immunization clinics and ambulatory care experiences. Dr. Chinchilla serves as coordinator for the college’s immunization efforts, which includes teaching immunization-related material and managing the mobile immunization program. This collaboration with the University Health Center has been under Dr. Chinchilla's leadership for over a decade and provides student pharmacists with the opportunity to provide influenza vaccinations across campus and to the local community. In addition, she serves as co-coordinator for the college’s Professional Certificate in Pharmacy Entrepreneurship. In 2023, she received the Faculty of the Year Award from the Georgia Pharmacy Association and was selected as the College of Pharmacy’s PharmD Teacher of the Year. She also received the Faculty Liaison of the Year Award from the National Community Pharmacists Association in 2024.

Dr. Alexis Caronis is a dynamic pharmacist and industry professional dedicated to advancing the role of pharmacists within the pharmaceutical industry. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit and a knack for cross-organizational collaboration, successfully building professional communities and high-value educational initiatives. Dr. Caronis possesses a background in association management, professional development and stakeholder engagement. During her time with the Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA) and University of South Carolina Kennedy Pharmacy Innovation Center, she was instrumental in creating educational resources. Furthermore, at PQA she helped plan and execute their annual meeting. A dedicated community builder, she has remained involved in the Walker Leadership Scholars program and founded a pharmacy specialty interest group at her current company. Throughout her career, Dr. Caronis has remained deeply passionate about mentoring others, identifying and developing needed resources, and fostering opportunities to build relationships. Blending industry insight, association management experience and a forward-thinking approach, Dr. Caronis continues to champion professional advancement for industry and medical affairs professionals at APhA. It is this passion and experience that Dr. Caronis will utilize to expand and strengthen the APhA Industry/Medical Affairs Community.

Olivia Strain, PharmD, is a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) with the GSK Vaccines Field Medical Team, where she supports healthcare professionals across Mississippi and Tennessee as well as multiple national pharmacy associations. In this role, she translates clinical evidence into actionable insights, strengthens partnerships across practice settings, and advances pharmacist engagement in immunization and patient care initiatives. Olivia earned her Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy. She brings more than 17 years of community pharmacy experience, where she served as a Clinical Services Pharmacist and PGY1 Community-Based Residency Program Director and preceptor with Walgreens. She also held an academic appointment as a Clinical Associate Professor with the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy in Jackson, Mississippi, contributing to the education and mentorship of student pharmacists and residents. Olivia is actively engaged in pharmacy associations at both local and national levels, holding leadership and committee positions within the Mississippi Pharmacists Association (MPhA) and the American Pharmacists Association (APhA). Her work reflects a strong commitment to advancing pharmacist impact, fostering collaboration, and supporting professional development across the profession. She is also engaged with faith-based organizations like Young Life Madison County and her church. Olivia resides in Madison, Mississippi, with her husband and daughters. In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, traveling, running, and anything to do with sports or being outdoors.

Orion Jucja, PharmD, MSc, PhD* is a pharmacist, researcher, and public health professional with experience across academia, professional organizations, regulatory affairs, and the pharmaceutical industry. He is currently a PhD Researcher at the University of Camerino in Italy and serves as a Professional Affiliate with the Division of Therapeutics and Medical Consequences at the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA/NIH), as well as Affiliate Faculty at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Jucja was a Hubert H. Humphrey Fellow in Public Health Policy and Management at Virginia Commonwealth University through the U.S. Department of State Fulbright Program. His professional interests include public health policy, pharmacy practice development, pharmacovigilance, substance use disorder research, health communication, and international scientific collaboration. He is actively involved in several international scientific and professional networks, including the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP), COST Actions, and the American Pharmacists Association (APhA), where he currently serves as a Delegate for the Researchers Delegation within the House of Delegates and as a leader member within the International Community. Alongside his professional activities, Dr. Jucja has remained engaged in sports leadership and community initiatives, currently serving as General Secretary of the Albania Rugby Federation. Through his work, he aims to support collaboration, professional engagement, and the evolving role of pharmacists within public health and patient care.

Niveditha is a passionate pharmacist, leader, and advocate for advancing medication management through collaboration, innovation, and patient-centered care. Throughout her career, she has been committed to ensuring that every medication decision improves the lives of patients while empowering pharmacists to practice at the top of their expertise. She believes that medication management extends beyond optimizing therapies it is about building trust, improving health outcomes, and making a meaningful difference in every patient’s journey. Her professional experience has provided opportunities to work alongside interdisciplinary healthcare teams to improve medication safety, optimize complex therapies, and support patients across diverse practice settings. She is particularly passionate about comprehensive medication management, chronic disease management, medication safety, and expanding pharmacist-led clinical services that improve access to high-quality care. As an active member of the American Pharmacists Association, Niveditha is dedicated to fostering collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth within the Medication Management Community. She values creating meaningful opportunities for members to connect, exchange ideas, and learn from one another while embracing innovative approaches that strengthen the profession and prepare pharmacists for the evolving healthcare landscape. As a candidate for Chair-Elect of the APhA Medication Management Community, Niveditha is committed to leading with integrity, inclusiveness, and purpose. She envisions a community where every member feels heard, supported, and inspired to contribute. By strengthening member engagement, promoting leadership development, and advancing best practices in medication management, she hopes to empower pharmacists to elevate patient care and shape the future of the profession together.

Mason Johnson, PharmD, RPh, is a Senior Clinical Pharmacist on the Medicare Trend, Cost of Care, and Innovation team at Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina, where he works on Part D cost-of-care strategy, formulary and utilization management design, and Star Ratings quality performance. Day to day, that means sitting at the intersection of clinical decision-making and the economics that shape what patients can actually get filled. Before moving to the payer side, Mason completed an AMCP Executive Fellowship and spent two years as Manager of Professional Affairs at AMCP, where he supported member committees, developed policy positions, and helped translate federal regulation into something practicing pharmacists could use. That combination of association staff work plus payer operations gives him a fairly unusual view of how professional communities create value for their members. Mason currently serves as a Member-at-Large for policy on the APhA Medication Management community’s clinical/education workgroup. He is also a member of the AMCP Public Policy Committee and the New Practitioner Committee, and is pursuing BCPS and Certified Diabetes Care and Education certification. His professional interests include Medicare Part D redesign, Inflation Reduction Act implementation and drug price negotiation, PBM reform, adherence and PDC methodology, and how GLP-1 coverage policy is reshaping chronic disease management. He has presented on these topics to student pharmacists, new practitioners, and health plan leadership. Mason lives in North Carolina, where he spends most of his free time running the trails and time with his dog Willow.

Anneliese Harp is a PGY2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership (HSPAL) resident at the Cleveland Clinic. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Pittsburgh and is currently pursuing a Master of Pharmacy Leadership at the University of Cincinnati. Anneliese has demonstrated a sustained commitment to advocacy, leadership, and professional engagement at the local, state, and national levels. As President of the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association student chapter, she led initiatives to advance legislative awareness and student involvement, including coordinating Legislative Day participation, organizing “Bill of the Month” advocacy efforts, and supporting fundraising efforts that raised over $2,000 to expand student engagement. She also helped facilitate recognition of the profession through a mayoral proclamation for Pharmacists Day, highlighting the impact of pharmacists within the community. Her leadership experience also includes serving as Statewide-Chair of Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Student's section, Class President, and Vice President of Policy within the American Pharmacists Association, where she contributed to policy development and initiatives aimed at strengthening the role of pharmacists. She is especially passionate about mentorship and leadership development, having founded an oncology-focused student organization at the University of Pittsburgh and developed a structured mentorship program in her student chapter of Phi Lambda Sigma to support early professional growth. Her contributions have been recognized with national and state honors, including an ASHP Student Leadership Award and the Natalie Certo APhA Foundation Scholarship. Anneliese remains committed to advancing advocacy, fostering leadership development, and supporting meaningful engagement for new practitioners across the profession.

Rosanna (Rosie) Ressing is a pharmacist in upstate NY. She has had a variety of experiences in different avenues of pharmacy with her most recent position as a pharmacist at Elizabethtown Community Hospital. Starting as a pharmacy technician at Eckerd Pharmacy in 2005, she quickly realized that pharmacy was the career path for her and pursued a PharmD degree at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. She spent her 2 pre-pharmacy years at the Albany campus and finished her degree at the Colchester campus in Vermont, graduating with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 2013. During her time in pharmacy school, she struggled with substance use disorder (SUD), seeking outpatient treatment, but still graduating on time. She became a pharmacist for Rite Aid Pharmacy in 2013 and was quickly promoted to a Pharmacy Manager the following year. During this time, her SUD ramped up and it became obvious she needed to take time away from the profession. Following a short hiatus to focus on her mental and physical health, she secured a pharmacist position at a 503B outsourcing facility from 2020-2023. This allowed her to graduate from the NY Professional Assistance Program in 2022 following 2 years of professional monitoring. Since then, she has been a staunch advocate of supporting pharmacists in recovery and reducing stigma for patients suffering from mental health disorders or SUD. She is currently the Chair/Member-At-Large for the Communications team on the APhA Pain, Palliative Care, and SUD community.

Marissa Salvo, Pharm.D., BCACP, FCPA, FCCP is a Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the UConn School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Dr. Salvo is a preceptor for pharmacy students during their advanced pharmacy practice experience in ambulatory care as well as for PGY-1 and PGY-2 pharmacy residents during their ambulatory care and academia experiences at her clinical practice site, UConn Health Internal Medicine. Within the didactic Pharm.D. curriculum, she teaches pharmacotherapy for thyroid disorders and osteoporosis and in the Communications and Professional Identity course. Dr. Salvo serves as Chair of the School’s Curriculum and Curricular Assessment Committee. Dr. Salvo is active with state and national pharmacy organizations, including the American Pharmacists Association, where she serves as a Member-at-Large for the Pharmacist Community, the Connecticut Pharmacists Association, where she served as President from 2021-2022, Lambda Kappa Sigma, and the American College of Clinical Pharmacy. Dr. Salvo was recently awarded the Bowl of Hygeia. She has also been honored to receive the American Pharmacists Association-Academy of Pharmacy Practice and Management’s Distinguished Achievement Award for Service, the Lambda Kappa Sigma Vanguard Leadership Award, and the School of Pharmacy’s Faculty Service Award. Dr. Salvo obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy degree with a minor in Leadership Studies from the University of Rhode Island, and completed an ASHP Accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency, focused on ambulatory care and academia, at the St. Louis College of Pharmacy in conjunction with the St. Louis County Department of Health.

Amantha Bagdon, the founder and CEO of RxPost, is a pharmacy technician with a bold vision for the future of pharmacy with over two decades of frontline experience. Her inventory sharing marketplace for pharmacies addresses the critical issue of drug shortages and medication wastage, a problem she intimately understands from her years behind the pharmacy counter. Amantha's deep industry insights and unwavering commitment to efficiency and sustainability have positioned RxPost at the forefront of revolutionizing pharmacy inventory management. A respected voice in healthcare, Amantha has championed change at both state and local levels, earning recognition for her advocacy and thought leadership. With a deep dedication to superb customer service and obsession with problem solving, she’s seamlessly bringing new digital advancements to the analog world of pharmacy supply chain. Her strong community presence and dedication to creating lasting, positive change have made her a beacon of inspiration in the healthcare community. Under her guidance, RxPost is not just transforming the pharmacy space—it's reshaping the future of healthcare delivery, one prescription at a time.

Dr. Christine Lam is an Associate Professor of Pharmacy and an ambulatory care pharmacist specializing in geriatric and complex patient care. She practices at U.T. Health Geriatric Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases, providing comprehensive medication management for older adults. Dr. Lam is a dedicated educator and preceptor, serving as a faculty preceptor for APPE and IPPE students and as course coordinator for multiple pharmacotherapy and skills-based courses. She has been heavily involved at the local and state levels, mentoring students and supporting professional development through organizations such as APhA-ASP and state pharmacy associations. Nationally, she has been an active member of the APhA Preceptor Community for many years. Through these roles, she has demonstrated a sustained commitment to advancing preceptor engagement and community building. Dr. Lam also serves as incoming Chair-Elect of the AACP Geriatrics SIG and contributes nationally through her work with the BPS, ACCP, and NABP. With a strong foundation of leadership, service, and sustained engagement, Dr. Lam is well-prepared and ready to serve at the next level as Chair-Elect of the APhA Preceptor Community.

Mark is a Pitt PharmD graduate, Strayer MBA graduate, Board-Certified Geriatric Pharmacist (BCGP), Certified Pain Educator (CPE), and Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS). His past positions include being a pharmacist leader with CVS Health, Humana, and the WV Safe & Effective Management of Pain (SEMP) Program, along with coordinating the WV SEMP Guidelines Panel. Today, he is WVU School of Pharmacy faculty, WVU School of Pharmacy Director of Experiential Learning, WVU School of Medicine Pain Fellowship Faculty, and a WVU Medicine Pain & Addiction Pharmacist. Mark “Pain Guy” Garofoli has been a 2021 TEDx Talker, CDC grant reviewer, civil/criminal expert witness, seasoned CE developer and presenter, host of the Pain Pod (Pharmacy Podcast Network), Editor of the Pain Press, and publishes the www.painguy.us website.

Junling Wang, Ph.D., is a Professor, Vice Chair for Research, and Director of Graduate Affairs in the Department of Clinical Pharmacy & Translational Science at the University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy. Dr. Wang currently serves as a facilitator/mentor for the American Pharmacists Association Foundation. She frequently chairs and reviews for National Institutes of Health (NIH) study panels. She is also an Advisory Committee Co-Chair for the Value Assessment - Health Outcomes Research program of the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America Foundation. With AcademyHealth, Dr. Wang is an Education Council member, a Quality and Value Interest Group Advisory Committee member, and the Health Economics Interest Group Advisory Committee Chair. She also co-led the Health Economics Interest Group’s mentorship workgroup. She has held numerous leadership positions with the American Public Health Association, including program chair, membership chair, and Governing/Section Councilor. Dr. Wang is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board of the Center for Innovation & Value Research. Her research interests include health care issues among special populations, medication therapy management (MTM), and economic evaluation. Funded by NIH and other sources, she has brought millions of dollars to her institution and has published nearly 100 journal articles. Her research team produced the first paper examining the differential likelihood of eligibility for the Medicare MTM programs. Her research has been cited multiple times by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services in Medicare program reform. Dr. Wang has also received a group-nominated Excellence in Teaching Award at her institution.

Paul J Weidle, PharmD, MPH, BCPS, CAPT (retired, US Public Health Service).

Dr. Saba Syed is a strategic pharmacy leader with 17+ years of experience building and scaling clinical pharmacy programs that improve quality, reduce spending, and support performance under value-based care (VBC) models. She has a proven track record of defining pharmacy strategy and leading high-performing teams (50+ reports) to operationalize medication management strategies at multiple, high-growth start-ups. Currently serving as a Clinical Programs Pharmacist at Arine, she specializes in designing data-driven pharmacy initiatives. Her work is at the forefront of pharmacy innovation, integrating data and AI to optimize patient outcomes. An accomplished speaker and TEDx curator, Saba is recognized for her ability to translate complex issues into actionable insights. She supports the profession through career coaching and speaker development, fostering the next generation of pharmacy leaders. Saba serves on the boards of several professional nonprofits and is an active member of APhA. She holds a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy, where she remains an engaged alumna. She was recognized as the 2025 Nontraditional Woman Pharmacist of the Year by the Pharmacist Moms Group and as the 2022 Excellence in Innovation Award recipient by the Texas Pharmacy Association.

Garcia Simon-Clarke, PharmD, MS, BCNP, BCPS, BCGP had several roles in her career, including radiation safety officer, student preceptor for several schools of pharmacy, and pharmacy manager. She has also served as customer services representative and education coordinator for a commercial independent radio pharmacy. Garcia served as the Chair SIG coordinator of the Professional Development section from 2016 to 2019 and has been instrumental in coordinating several webinars as an educating platform for the nuclear section and other areas of the pharmacy profession. From 2018 – 2019 she served as Vice-Chair, and as Chair from 2020 – 2021 on the Specialty Council for Nuclear with the Board of Pharmacy Specialties. Following her last year as the Council Chair, Garcia served with the Council for the review of the BCPS exam. She is truly inspired and would like to continue her commitment in the field of Nuclear Pharmacy through great educational presentation and involvement of the next generation while serving as chair elect. Garcia is thankful and truly appreciative of the opportunity to give back to the profession that has brought so much joy in her practice. To Garcia, the ability to share the profession is to bring love to patient care at any level.

Dr. Nathaniel ("Nate") Rickles is an Associate Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs and Professor of Pharmacy Practice in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy. Nate received his B.S. in psychology and chemistry from Dickinson College, Pharm.D. from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, M.S. and Ph.D. in the Social and Administrative Sciences from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Dr. Rickles also completed a psychiatric pharmacy practice residency and is board certified in this area. He was inducted as a Fellow of the American Pharmacists Association. Dr. Rickles' primary research interests are to develop, implement, and evaluate intervention programs that improve pharmacist communication with patients and/or other team members to subsequently improve medication adherence and patient safety. His primary teaching interests involve courses on communication skills, health promotion, cross-cultural health care, research methods, and pharmacy law. He has been committed to over two decades of peer-reviewed publications, receipt of several national, state and local research grants. Nate has been an editor of the textbook Social and Behavioral Aspects of Pharmaceutical Care. Dr. Rickles has been most recently involved with the American Pharmacists Association serving the Research Community both on the policy review committees and the Political Action Committee. Dr. Rickles has mentored numerous PharmD students over his over 23 years of teaching. Dr. Rickles also serves on multiple committees of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy and the American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacy.

Jigar Mehta, PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP, 340B ACE, is an ambulatory clinical pharmacy leader at Beth Israel Lahey Health, where he serves as Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Manager and leads systemwide specialty ambulatory clinic pharmacy programs across multiple sites. In this role, he partners with interdisciplinary teams to advance medication access, clinical quality, continuity of care, and pharmacist integration within ambulatory and specialty practice models. Dr. Mehta’s career has included roles in transitions of care, outpatient pharmacy operations, and ambulatory clinical pharmacy leadership. He previously served as a Transitions of Care Pharmacist, where he supported discharge medication access, adherence initiatives, home delivery models, and pharmacist led patient care services. He later advanced into pharmacy operations leadership, helping expand outpatient pharmacy integration, standardize workflows, and improve patient access and service quality. He has also contributed to scholarship through publications and professional presentations focused on care transitions and discharge medication access. He is an active member of the American Pharmacists Association Transitions of Care Committee and currently serves as President-Elect and Board Member of the Massachusetts Society of Health-System Pharmacists. Dr. Mehta has also served as a medical reviewer for Harvard Health Letter and has been featured in national health media on medication safety and patient education. He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy from Northeastern University, completed a Certificate in Strategic Healthcare Leadership through Cornell University, and is currently pursuing his MBA at Boston University.