APA Leadership Conference

True leaders don't create followers. They create more leaders.

Are You Ready to Grow as a Leader?

Watch for information to come on our next APA Young Pharmacist Leadership Class!

Who Can Participate?

New practitioners licensed less than ten years
Must be an APA member in good standing
Must possess an interest in learning more about professional leadership opportunities

APA is making an investment to develop future pharmacy leaders in our state and in our association. Our expectation is that participants have a desire to invest in the future of APA. Participants of the Alabama Pharmacy Association Young Pharmacist Leadership Conference will be expected to attend and participate in each of the scheduled events. The Conference will be held in a retreat type environment to enhance the exchange of ideas, information, and overall communication between participants. The Leadership Conference is a learning experience and requires a commitment by the participant and the participant's employer.

Funding

The APAREF Board is committed to sponsoring a Leadership Conference every 3-4 years. Membership support through direct donations and monies raised at the Annual Silent Auction allow the APAREF to fund this important event.

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2022 APA Young Pharmacist Leadership Conference

The APA Research and Education Foundation (APAREF) Board hosted thirteen new practitioners at the APA Leadership Conference held at the scenic Pursell Farms in Sylacauga, Alabama, April 8-10, 2022. The conference included a "Murder Mystery" reception and dinner party, a discussion on leadership presented by Edwin Adams, Pharm D., information on APA and opportunities for involvement, and a special commemorative "lapel pinning" ceremony at the conclusion of the weekend.

Leadership Class of 2022

Kevin Astle, Mobile
Practice Site: Auburn University HCOP, Mobile
2016 graduate of University of Florida College of Pharmacy

Erin Creasy, Huntsville
Practice Site: Huntsville Hospital
2020 graduate of Samford University McWhorter School of Pharmacy

Anne Ellison, Auburn
Practice Site: Pharmacy Care Associates
2019 graduate of Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy

Emily Hailstone, Opelika
Practice Site: Baptist Medical Center East
2017 graduate of Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy

Gladys Heard, Mobile
Practice Site: Auburn University HCOP, Mobile
2019 graduate of Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy

Kirsten Hood, Lanett
Practice Site: Hood's Pharmacy
2015 graduate of Samford University McWhorter School of Pharmacy

Jessica Hung, Mobile
Practice Site: Semmes Pharmacy
2014 graduate of Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy

Lena McDowell, Auburn
Practice Site: Auburn University HCOP, Auburn
2016 graduate of Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy

Chidiya Ohiagu, Mobile
Practice Site: Franklin Primary Health Center
2014 graduate of Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy

Jeremy Osborn, Albertville
Practice Site: Albertville Discount Pharmacy
2016 graduate of Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy

Jeremy Smith, Vestavia Hills
Practice Site: Guardian Pharmacy of Birmingham
2013 graduate of Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy

Brady Williams, Crossville
Practice Site: Geraldine Drugs
2021 graduate of Samford University McWhorter School of Pharmacy

Julianne Willis, Jacksonville
Practice Site: Calhoun Compounding Pharmacy
2016 graduate of Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy

Past Conferences

The APA Research and Education Foundation (APAREF) Board hosted sixteen young practitioners at the APA Leadership Conference held at the scenic Pursell Farms in Sylacauga, AL April 15-17, 2016.

Leadership Class of 2016

The APA Research and Education Foundation (APAREF) Board hosted twelve young practitioners selected from nominations/applications received. The conference was held at Purcell Farms, April 5-7, 2013.