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In Episode 18, Melissa talks with Connie Connolly, currently Chairman of the Board of the Iowa Pharmacy Association and clinical pharmacist with Osterhaus Pharmacy.  They discuss being a first-generation college student and getting involved with pharmacy organizations. Connie shares community pharmacy stories and experiences during COVID19 such as finding new ways to communicate and connect with p...

In Episode 17, Melissa talks with Metta Lou Henderson, a research pioneer in the history of women in pharmacy.  Recorded to celebrate Women Pharmacist Day during Pharmacists Month, they discuss what was happening in society and the experiences of women in pharmacy over the years. The impacts of women pharmacy leaders like Zada M Cooper and Gloria Niemeyer Francke are discussed along with others.  ...

In Episode 16, Melissa talks with our first twin sister duo, Ashley and Brooke Barlow known as @theABofPharmaC on Twitter. These PGY2 pharmacy residents share how to get started in social media and its professional value. Ashley and Brooke also discuss staying connected during these times when we need to be physically distant, the importance of mentoring, and pillars of wellbeing. https://www.accp...

In Episode 15, Melissa talks with ASHP Past President Lisa Gersema.  They discuss leadership during these unprecedented times and the important role for pharmacy. Navigating without a playbook, collaboration, communication, and flexibility are key.  Lisa also shares insights about learning from mistakes, not dwelling on it and moving forward.

Welcome to Season 2! In Episode 14, Melissa talks with Sanela Bilic, founder and CEO of Vanadro which provides drug development consulting. They discuss her childhood, surviving in a war-torn city and subsequent journey to the United States. Her passion for learning helped her navigate starting over, learning English, and pursuing research and innovation. Her compelling story includes gratitude, h...

In Episode 13, Melissa celebrates Season 1 and highlights a prescription or life lesson from her outstanding guests. There are so many gems including leadership lessons, mentoring and relationships. The Pharmacists for Healthier Lives campaign also is featured.

In Episode 12, Melissa talks with Lynette Bradley-Baker who recently earned the ASAE Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential and serves as Senior Vice President for the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. They discuss life lessons from her father, also a pharmacist, and the role and function of state boards of pharmacy in protecting the public. During this time of racial injusti...

In Episode 11, Melissa talks with Rebecca (Becky) Snead who has proudly served as a preceptor for schools and colleges of pharmacy across the nation for 30 years. They discuss how difficult circumstances provide the opportunity for growth and how state pharmacy associations serve their members and ultimately enhance patient care during these tumultuous times.  She also describes how mentoring is c...

In Episode 10, Melissa talks with Jeanine Abrons, an educator, international health professional, innovator and entrepreneur. They discuss life lessons learned from global health such as doing research, take the initial best attempt, refine it, and get better.  Gratitude, generosity of spirit, and connection all fuel Jeanine’s world.

In Episode 9, Melissa talks with Brianne Bakken, a member of the Midwest Pharmacy Workforce Research Consortium and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Clinical Science at the Medical College of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy. They discuss how a series of connections impact your leadership journey, how to navigate these unprecedented times, and ways the 2019 National Pharmacist workforce stu...

In Episode 8, Melissa talks with our first Mother/Daughter Duo Jan Engle and Liz Donnelly. Recorded before Stay Home measures during these unprecedented times, they discuss the Pharmacy White Coat Ceremony, why healthcare stories matter and the Pitt Prescription, and that you never stop being a Mom. They also share their love of pharmacy and passion for music. You can read one of Liz’s Pitt...

In Episode 7, Melissa talks with Nancy Alvarez, the 2020 Gloria Francke Leadership Mentor Award recipient. They discuss the importance of having people on your leadership journey encourage and lift you up, how she was involved early on with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, and the benefits of taking advantage of transformative opportunities.  Curiosity, connection, and self-compassion...

In Episode 6, Melissa speaks with Lisa Wilhelm, a Medication Safety and Compliance Specialist practicing in the “Sweetest Place on Earth,” Hershey, PA.  They discuss her mentor, Mary Jo Reilly, and her pragmatic leadership insights. The interview concludes with Lisa sharing a prescription for resilience for pharmacists, student pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and, other healthcare workers.

In Episode 5, Melissa talks with Jenelle Sobotka, a first-generation college graduate who is a nationally and internationally recognized pharmacy leader.  They discuss her lessons learned from her high school basketball coach that have guided her leadership journey and creating programs and projects that are sustainable and built to last.

In Episode 4, Melissa talks with final year student pharmacist Kelli Jo Welter. Kelli Jo currently serves as APhA-ASP President and represents approximately 34,000 student pharmacist members across the United States. They discuss what it means to be “Fearlessly Authentic,” the application and interview process for a pharmacy residency, and how it’s okay to not be okay at times.

In Episode 3, Melissa talks with Susan C. Winckler. Susan is a pharmacist and attorney and serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for the United States Pharmacopeia (USP). She is a renowned speaker, leader, and strategist helping to drive change in health care. They discuss her mentors and leadership lessons, dealing with the challenges of caring for both aging parents and children and the valu...

In Episode 2, Melissa talks to Sarah Gardial.  Dr. Gardial is the first woman Dean in the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business and soon will be returning south to be dean of the Massey College of Business at Belmont University in Nashville, TN. They discuss mentors and why it’s a lifelong journey, why the world needs more women leaders, intersections with business and health care, and the...

In this inaugural episode, Melissa talks to Lucinda L. Maine. Dr. Maine is the Executive Vice President and CEO of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. They discuss what inspired her to become a pharmacist all the way to her Remington Honor Medal, pharmacy’s highest honor. Lucinda reflects on Brene Brown’s “wholehearted living” and the importance of courage, co...