The Honorable Dr. Jewell Reddick is an Administrative Law Judge in Washington, D.C., where he presides over cases related to tobacco control and healthcare matters.

This session will clarify what executive orders are, explain how they differ from laws and fit within the separation of powers, and examine the 2025 orders reshaping healthcare for underrepresented communities, including their known impacts and legal challenges.

Dr. Careen-Joan Franklin is the Director of Clinical Operations and Administrator of Royale Care VA Home Health Services. Dr. She is also an independent Clinical Consultant Pharmacist and a Community Health Accreditation Program (CHAP) certified consultant who works with long term care and community-based organizations.

This session will review FDA-approved medications for opioid use disorder (OUD), present evidence supporting pharmacist-driven collaborative models, and outline considerations for implementing a pharmacist-physician-peer recovery coach (P³) model to expand buprenorphine access.

Walk away with a clear list of MOUD options, understanding of data behind pharmacist-led OUD care, and a roadmap for developing collaborative management frameworks that increase patient access to buprenorphine in community settings.

Dr. Akinsiku is a pharmacist dedicated to improving health outcomes for all populations and recognizes the integral and diverse roles that pharmacists play in advancing public health.

This session will illustrate the chronic disease burden in low-resource communities, demonstrate pharmacist-led outreach models, and explore barriers to medication access and adherence.

Walk away with culturally responsive communication strategies, community-based intervention tools, and practical solutions for improving patient outcomes in underserved populations.

Friday - 10:00 AM

Jason C. Dove, PharmD., is a 1993 Graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana. He is a practicing hospital pharmacist who returned to the practice in 2014 after a long battle with substance abuse which included license suspensions, incarcerations, and  homelessness. June 18, 2025 will mark 17 years of total abstinence.

This session will examine substance abuse among healthcare professionals, defining various substances of abuse (including non-narcotics), identifying contributing factors, and reviewing evidence-based treatment options and barriers.

Walk away with the ability to recognize common and under-documented substances of abuse in medical professionals, knowledge of risk factors and warning signs, and strategies to overcome treatment barriers and support affected colleagues.

Nkem P. Nonyel, PharmD, MPH, BCPS is a Clinical Associate Professor and Non-Traditional PharmD Program Manager at the Howard University College of Pharmacy in Washington DC. Her clinical pharmacy practice is in acute care internal medicine at the Howard University Hospital, Washington DC.

This session will explore the social determinants of health (SDOH) affecting individuals living with sickle cell disease (SCD), including how factors like access, environment, and economic stability influence outcomes. Pharmacists’ roles in identifying and addressing these determinants will be emphasized.

Walk away with a concise overview of SCD epidemiology and complications, recognition of key SDOH challenges for this population, and practical strategies pharmacists can use to mitigate barriers and improve patients’ quality of life.

Friday 1:00 PM

Chad Worz, PharmD, BCGP, is the chief executive of the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP) and a board certified geriatric pharmacist (BCGP).

The American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP) is an international professional society devoted to optimal medication management and improved health outcomes for all older persons. ASCP's senior care consultant pharmacist members manage and improve quality of life of geriatric patients and other individuals residing in a variety of environments, including nursing facilities, sub-acute care and assisted living facilities, psychiatric hospitals, hospice programs, and home and community-based care.

A board-certified geriatric pharmacist and graduate of the University of Cincinnati College of Pharmacy, Worz’s career has focused on the medication management of older adults. Worz developed an innovative clinical practice in a long-term care setting in the state of Ohio and directed the pharmacy practice of a regional, independent pharmacy.

Worz went on to establish a nation-wide, geriatric-based pharmacist consulting company to educate and provide medication management services to nursing facility residents, nursing facility administration, long-term care pharmacies, and the public. During the pandemic he helped amplify the role of the pharmacist in testing, treatment, and vaccination, bridging front line pharmacists and government agencies. He presents nationally on medication management.

Friday - 1:00 PM

Dr. Assa’ad is the director of the Food Allergy Program within the Division of Allergy and Immunology at Cincinnati Children’s.

As a pediatric allergist, she sees patients with asthma; allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis; anaphylaxis; drug and vaccine allergies; eczema; immunodeficiencies; urticaria; and angioedema. She specializes in caring for children with food allergies.

After completing her medicine/pediatric residency, she pursued a fellowship in allergy and immunology. She finds this field exciting because it addresses variations in the immune system—some of which lead to common allergic disorders, while others reveal rare immunodeficiencies.

She received the Woman in Allergy Award from two national organizations: the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology in 2005 and the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology in 2013. Both awards recognize her as a model for women in science, allergy and immunology, and food allergy research.

Friday - 3:30 PM

This 90-minute session brings together pharmacists and community leaders to explore collaborative approaches for identifying and dismantling HIV stigma and expanding access across pharmacy, community, and healthcare settings.

Walk away with a clear list of stakeholder roles in stigma-reduction efforts, a synthesis of evidence supporting interdisciplinary models that improve linkage to testing and care, and a step-by-step framework for developing and measuring sustainable cross-sector partnerships in your community.

Friday - 3:30 PM

Ms. McKinley-Beach earned a Master of Public Health degree from the University of West Florida and conducts training and presents on public health concepts and issues, primarily for communities of color. Her career as a peer educator began while she was a student at UF in 1991, with a group called the AIDS Peer Educators.

Ms. McKinley-Beach leads training sessions around COVID-19 and racism in health care at Morehouse College. She is also working with on research projects with Emory University focused on COVID-19 and its impact on people of color with HIV, and Black communities and their perceptions and attitudes around COVID-19 prevention strategies.

One of her greatest honors came from her work around National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day in which the mayor of Pensacola issued a proclamation thanking her for her work on the cause. In addition, she’s received recognition from the CDC Office of Minority Health and Equity and several NAACP branches across Florida.

Friday - 4:30 PM

Dr. Theo Rukundo, PharmD, MBA is the Director, Pharmacy Supply Chain and Contracting at Boston Medical Center Health System. He oversees Pharmacy supply chain for one of the largest safety-net or 340B covered entities in greater Boston area with over $750M in annual pharmacy spend.

This session will explore core concepts of pharmacy supply chain management—including logistics planning, network design, contracting, and value analysis—highlight systemic disparities affecting medication access, and outline professional pathways for pharmacist leadership in supply chain roles.

Walk away with a solid understanding of scientifically sound supply chain principles, awareness of how inequities drive access and cost challenges, knowledge of certificate and credentialing programs for pharmacists in supply chain management, and actionable strategies to optimize operations and ensure timely medication delivery to patients.

Friday - 4:30 PM

Benedicta Agbodza, PharmD, MBA, is a recent graduate of Howard University College of Pharmacy, Class of 2024. Since completing her dual degree, she has served as a pharmacy fellow at Boston Medical Center Health System, where she gained hands-on experience across various areas of health system operations.

During her fellowship, Benedicta developed a particular interest in the complexities of medication supply chain management. Under the guidance of her mentor, Dr. Theo Rukundo, she was introduced to the strategic, contractual, and logistical components that influence drug availability in hospital and outpatient settings.

Her work spanned multiple interdisciplinary projects focused on optimizing procurement practices, addressing drug shortages, and aligning formulary decisions with access and affordability goals. Benedicta's academic background in business and pharmacy has fueled her passion for improving systems-level efficiency, strengthening pharmacist engagement, and exploring innovative models for care delivery.

She is especially interested in how health systems can better leverage pharmacist expertise in supply chain decision-making, from formulary strategy to vendor management and beyond. She looks forward to contributing to the session by sharing practical insights from her fellowship and highlighting the growing opportunities for pharmacists to lead in this critical space.

Saturday - 9:00 AM

Dr. Sudan Gordon is a Phoenix-based, multistate licensed pharmacist with nearly two decades of diverse experience. Sudan has excelled in various pharmacy settings, including independent integrative health, non-sterile compounding, outpatient, and digital mail order pharmacy. He even co-founded his own community pharmacy early in his career.

This session will explore how pharmacists can take on impactful advocacy roles by defining the responsibilities of activists, appointed officials, and pharmacy association leaders in legislative and regulatory affairs.

Learn how to leverage your unique position to build coalitions, influence public policy at state and federal levels, and organize leaders to optimize health outcomes for underserved and underrepresented communities.

Walk away with a clear understanding of advocacy pathways, coalition-building strategies, and actionable steps to drive change in healthcare reform.

Garet Turner is the CEO of the Arizona Pharmacy Association, bringing nearly 20 years of senior-level experience in the non-profit and association space. Having managed volunteer engagement, direct sales, fundraising, and large-scale event planning.

This session will explore how pharmacists can take on impactful advocacy roles by defining the responsibilities of activists, appointed officials, and pharmacy association leaders in legislative and regulatory affairs.

Learn how to leverage your unique position to build coalitions, influence public policy at state and federal levels, and organize leaders to optimize health outcomes for underserved and underrepresented communities.

Walk away with a clear understanding of advocacy pathways, coalition-building strategies, and actionable steps to drive change in healthcare reform.

Dr. Anaïs Webster Mennuti, PharmD, combines her decade of pharmacy practice experience with a flair for storytelling to direct and produce HARMACY.

This session will explore how pharmacists can take on impactful advocacy roles by defining the responsibilities of activists, appointed officials, and pharmacy association leaders in legislative and regulatory affairs.

Learn how to leverage your unique position to build coalitions, influence public policy at state and federal levels, and organize leaders to optimize health outcomes for underserved and underrepresented communities.

Walk away with a clear understanding of advocacy pathways, coalition-building strategies, and actionable steps to drive change in healthcare reform.

Dr. Maurice Shaw Shaw is the co-founder of The Pharmacy Guild, a national union advocating for pharmacy professionals across all practice settings. His work with the Guild reflects a deep passion for improving working conditions, staffing standards, and professional autonomy for pharmacists and technicians alike.

This session will explore how pharmacists can take on impactful advocacy roles by defining the responsibilities of activists, appointed officials, and pharmacy association leaders in legislative and regulatory affairs.

Learn how to leverage your unique position to build coalitions, influence public policy at state and federal levels, and organize leaders to optimize health outcomes for underserved and underrepresented communities.

Walk away with a clear understanding of advocacy pathways, coalition-building strategies, and actionable steps to drive change in healthcare reform.

Saturday - 9:00 AM

Dr. Ronda Marie Chakolis-Hassan, PharmD, MPH, serves as President of the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy and is the first African American woman to hold this position. With over 16 years of experience in pharmacy benefit management, regulatory leadership, and public health, she is a respected voice in advancing health equity and access.

Dr. Chakolis-Hassan earned her Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Minnesota and a Master of Public Health with a focus on health policy. Her leadership emphasizes regulatory modernization, culturally responsive care, and professional development within the pharmacy sector. She is also deeply involved in community outreach and national initiatives aimed at dismantling healthcare disparities and improving outcomes for underserved populations.

Saturday - 9:00 AM

Chandler Fullington, PharmD, currently serves as the ASCP/NPhA Health Policy and Association Leadership Executive Fellow. She holds a BS in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a PharmD from the University of South Carolina.

Chandler is dedicated to advancing health policy through her work in government and regulatory affairs, where she collaborates on strategic partnerships and fosters professional development initiatives.

She is passionate about empowering others to take on leadership roles both within and outside the pharmacy profession to improve access to care and contribute to shaping the healthcare landscape.

Dr. Porscha Johnson Williams is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and earned her Doctor of Pharmacy from Howard University College of Pharmacy in Washington, DC. She furthered her training through the completion of a post-doctoral clinical pharmacy fellowship in hematology/oncology and critical care at Howard University Hospital.

This session will explore precision medicine advances in Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC), focusing on HER2-low and HER2-ultra-low biomarker–guided therapies and their potential to reduce disparities in Black women.

Dr. Shawn-Ta Brown is a dynamic Clinical Oncology Pharmacist and emerging thought leader dedicated to empowering healthcare professionals to recognize and command their true worth. With years of experience in both clinical practice and leadership, she brings a unique perspective on salary negotiation, mindset transformation, and advocating for equitable compensation.

At this year’s NPhA National Convention, Dr. Brown will deliver her session, "Standing on Business: Being Paid What You're Worth and Nothing Less," challenging attendees to shift from a mindset of gratitude to one of professional value — emphasizing that compensation should reflect services rendered, expertise provided, and impact made. Dr. Brown is passionate about helping professionals, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, advocate for themselves with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

This session will discuss the importance of inclusive language in healthcare, identify harmful language patterns and stereotypes, and present tools for applying inclusive terminology across community, clinical, research, education, and employment settings.

Walk away with a clear understanding of how inclusive language combats inequity, concrete examples of patient-centered phrasing, and resources to implement inclusive practices in your work.

Camille Campbell, PharmD, RPh (formerly Camille Pope) uses her 17+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience to implement Acclinate’s health equity strategies and lead medical communications between Black and Brown community members, research sites, and biopharma/healthcare partners.

This session will provide key updates on health equity and clinical trial diversity in the US, covering current FDA guidance, legal requirements for improving participation of historically underrepresented groups, and trust-based frameworks for engaging underserved communities.

Walk away with a clear grasp of evolving DEI terminology in healthcare and research, an understanding of FDA mandates for diverse trial enrollment, and actionable strategies for pharmacists—whether in community practice, health systems, or industry—to advance health equity</<br>

Rebecca Maxie is the Director of Grassroots Advocacy, leading grassroots efforts on a variety of advocacy campaigns working towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and specializing in building grassroots movements.

This session will provide an overview of global childhood vaccination coverage and challenges, explain advocacy mechanisms within the federal appropriations process, and highlight pharmacists’ leadership roles in securing funding and access for immunization programs.

Walk away with a step-by-step advocacy action plan, techniques for influencing policy, and strategies to champion vaccine equity on a global scale.

Sunday - 8:30 AM

Dr. Briana (Bri) P. Murray is a clinical pharmacist for Correct Rx Pharmacy Services, Inc, where she is responsible for clinical and administrative duties for 4 correctional facilities in central Maryland.

This session will introduce foundational concepts of gender dysphoria, outline evidence-based treatment options for transgender patients, and highlight essential supportive resources.

Walk away with a clear definition of gender dysphoria, knowledge of hormonal and non-hormonal care protocols, and a curated list of community and clinical resources to create a safe, affirming environment for transgender individuals.

Sunday - 8:30 AM

Trishia E. Shaw, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP is a Clinical Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Chicago State University College of Health Sciences and Pharmacy (COHSP). A native Chicagoan, Dr. Shaw earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology degree from Loyola University Chicago in 2004 and her Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Pharmacy in 2009.

In 2017, Dr. Shaw completed the Non-Traditional PGY-1 Residency Program at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL. Prior to completing the residency program, Dr. Shaw practiced as a Clinical Pharmacist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in several capacities, including neonatal, women’s health, psychiatry specialties as well as staffing as an overnight pharmacist. In her current role as a Clinical Associate Professor, Dr. Shaw currently practices as a Family Medicine Clinical Pharmacist at Cook County Health (CCH) Englewood Health Center. She became a board-certified pharmacotherapy specialist in 2013 and a board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist in 2022.

Dr. Shaw is a member of several professional pharmacy organizations including the National Pharmaceutical Association (NPhA), the Chicago Pharmacists Association (CPhA) and the Illinois Council of Health-Systems Pharmacists (ICHP).

Dr. Gold Eneyo, PharmD, joined Cencora in 2022 after more than seven years in community pharmacy. As the Director of Clinical Pharmacy Services, she is committed to fostering the development and expansion of clinical pharmacy solutions and programs tailored for independent pharmacies.

This session will explore how clinical pharmacists can expand their roles to meet evolving community health needs—particularly in underserved and minority populations—by navigating the current regulatory landscape and leveraging evidence-based service integration.

Walk away with insight into how regulations impact patient care, evidence linking expanded pharmacist services to improved health equity, practical strategies for integrating new clinical models, and advocacy and communication skills designed to address minority patient needs.

Sunday - 10:00 AM

Dr. Nkwocha is a board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist with a strong background in chronic disease state management and a passion for reducing health disparities in underserved populations. She earned her PharmD from the University of Cincinnati’s James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy in 2019. After graduating, she completed a Community-Based PGY1 Residency with the college in partnership with St. Vincent de Paul Charitable Pharmacy, where she gained experience caring for high-risk and medically vulnerable patient populations.

She went on to complete a PGY2 Residency in Ambulatory Care with JPS Health Network, a county hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. She committed much of her time here to patient advocacy and exploring cost saving initiatives to improve medication access and while managing 340B initiatives.

At present, Dr. Nkwocha is a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist with UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Within her current role, she continues to manage patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart failure and a plethora of other chronic disease states. Within this health system, she has been able to expand the role of pharmacists through use of collaborative practice agreements and pharmacy-led clinics. Her clinical role spans both academic and direct patient care. Because of her love for teaching, she serves as a preceptor to both pharmacy and medical students and residents.

Dr. Nkwocha, continues to show her commitment to the profession of pharmacy as she serves as a mentor for students in various pharmacy organizations. She continues to advocate and encourage all pharmacists to practice at the top of their license and engage in legislative conversations that support recognizing pharmacists as providers. Ultimately, Dr. Nkwocha’s goal is dismantle barriers that inhibit pharmacists from providing comprehensive, compassionate care and aims to advance health equity in every community she serves.

Verneda Hawkins PharmD, ACC, is the CEO and Founder of Journey to Joy Coaching LLC. As a coach, she specializes in career fulfillment, leadership skill development, outplacement support, talent retention, and non-financial retirement life transition planning.

This session will outline the “S Curve” of career transitions, clarify the distinct roles of mentors, sponsors, and coaches, and identify transferable skills and strategies for pharmacy professionals considering a career pivot.

Monday - 9:00 AM

Dr. Hartzler has developed a passion for functional medicine and treating the underlying causes of disease. Her focus areas are functional gastrointestinal disorders, nutritional deficiencies, metabolic conditions, and autoimmune conditions. She is also a nationally recognized speaker on diabetes and functional medicine.

She is currently Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Specialist (BCACP), a Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM), and is Board Certified through American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (ABAAHP). She is the founder of PharmToTable, LLC, where she develops continuing education for pharmacists at FxMedCE.com and provides a platform for functional medicine telehealth visits at PharmToTable.Life.

She and her team of pharmacists across the country are ready to help transform lives, from not feeling well, tired, stressed, and experiencing GI symptoms; to thriving, symptom free and back to enjoying life! She is passionate about working as a team to change the landscape of pharmacist provided care. She is also the Director of Clinical Services for Profero Team, and practices at Integrative Metabolic Center in Dayton Ohio and Elite Medicine in the Cincinnati area.

She is a graduate of Ohio Northern University College of Pharmacy and completed her residency training at Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Care Center. Her functional medicine education has come from a variety of different conferences, educational programs, and clinical experience. She has completed Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP) from Institute of Functional Medicine and completed a Fellowship of Anti-Aging, Metabolic and Functional Medicine (FAAMFM) with the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M).

Malaika R Turner, PharmD, MPH is the Clinical Skills Coordinator and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Howard University College of Pharmacy, previously serving as the Interim Assistant Dean of Student Affairs. Prior to joining the Howard University team, she practiced as a Clinical Pharmacist at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, focusing on operations and medication safety.

This session will examine APPE readiness among student pharmacists by highlighting the key skill gaps they face when entering advanced experiential rotations and employment, and demonstrate how preceptors can guide their development through targeted active-learning activities.