January 18-20, 2026
Bonita Springs, FL
The NACDS Regional Chain Conference is a working meeting that offers unique networking opportunities with both your peers and trading partners.
Program
Start your planning early. View the complete schedule of events including General Sessions, Insight Sessions, and Networking Opportunities.
Participants
This event draws senior executives from NACDS members operating Regional Chains and highly engaged associate member companies. Determine who you want to meet with in advance by viewing the Participating Companies list.
Strategic Partnership Opportunities
Strategic Partners of the Regional Chain Conference provide organizations an opportunity to increase their exposure, build relationships, and enhance their image with chain retail members.
Regional Chain Committee Members
John McGrath, H-E-B and 2026 Regional Chain Chair
Wendy Boynton, Hannaford Bros., Co.
Sandra Canally, The Compliance Team, Inc.
Michael Chappell, Giant Eagle, Inc.
David Cippel, Klingensmith’s Drug Stores Inc.
Scott Cross, Lewis Drug
Justin Heiser, Thrifty White Pharmacy
John Marraffa, Jr., Kinney Drugs, Inc.
Jackie Morse, Meijer, Inc.
Angie Nelson, Hy-Vee, Inc.
Tom Rousonelos, Topco Associates LLC
Heidi Snyder, Drug World Pharmacies
Ian Stone, Mesmerize
William Thompson, III, Thompson Pharmacy
Michael Wysong, CARE Pharmacies Cooperative, Inc.
The Regional Chain Conference is a fantastic opportunity to touch base with a lot of other regional pharmacy chains, that are in the same position you are in, and its also a great opportunity to meet with vendors. It’s a great touchpoint to collaborate and work on new initiatives.
Angie Nelson, PharmD
Senior Vice President, Pharmacy, Hy-Vee, Inc. and 2025 Regional Chain Chair
We are so honored to be a part of NACDS, especially the Regional Chain Conference because regional chains are very unique – we aren’t as large as some of the bigger entities – but we bring a lot of value to the pharmacy table.
Jessica Strobl
VP of Pharmacy Services, Lewis Drug
Official Hotel
Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa
5001 Coconut Road
Bonita Springs, FL 34134
(239) 444-1234
