Schedule
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Registration
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First-Timers’ Orientation
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Welcome Reception
Join your peers to celebrate the start of the Regional Chain Conference.
Supported by Colgate-Palmolive Co. Inc.
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Breakfast
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Registration
General Sessions
Opening General Session
Commence the conference with presentations from industry leaders and experts so you can stay ahead of pharmacy and retail trends.
General Sessions
The Future of Health and Pharmacy Policy in the Second Trump Administration
A new administration and a new Congress will take root in Washington, D.C., as will new governors and legislators in state capitals. Who are the players who will live out the axiom that “people are policy,” and how will they affect the industry and America?
General
Refreshment Break
General Sessions
Scaling Up Pharmacy Care Services
Expanding the impact and reach of pharmacies is critical to improving health outcomes. This session will explore key opportunities to sustain and scale clinical pharmacy services.
Angie Nelson, PharmD, Senior Vice President, Pharmacy, Hy-Vee, Inc. and 2025 Regional Chain Chair
John Marraffa, RPh, President, Kinney Drugs, Inc.
Anthony Pudlo, PharmD, MBA, MSHIA, Chief Executive Officer, Tennessee Pharmacists Association
Katie Scanlon, Senior Director of Pharmacy Administration, Publix Super Markets, Inc.
General
Refreshment Break
Insight Sessions
Breaking Down Barriers in Value-Based Care
Value-based care offers the promise of better healthcare quality and lower costs. Join us in exploring strategies to overcome challenges and foster the role of pharmacies in value-based care and alternative payment models.
Insight Sessions
DEA Policy Updates and Compliance: Key Developments for Chain Pharmacy Operations
This session will provide an overview of DEA policy changes and developments relevant to chain pharmacy operations and compliance. There will be an opportunity for discussion and questions on DEA policy, regulatory, and compliance.
General
Lunch
General Sessions
2025 Pharmaceutical Trends, Issues, and Forecasts
This session will provide an analysis of the most up-to-date industry data, and highlight pharmacy trends, issues, and forecasts, in demographic sales and marketing, for 2025 and beyond.
General Sessions
Pharmacies Championing Food is Medicine
The Food is Medicine movement continues to grow, emphasizing the intersection between nutrition, medications, and chronic disease. Join us to learn more about how pharmacies can lead the way on food and health across communities.
Steven Jennings, Stakeholder Relations & Brand Lead, Health & Sustainability, Ahold Delhaize USA
Nancy Lyons, BSPharm, MBA, CDCES, Vice President and Chief Pharmacy Officer, Health Mart
Judy Monroe, MD, President and CEO, CDC Foundation
Angie Nelson, PharmD, Senior Vice President, Pharmacy, Hy-Vee, Inc. and 2025 Regional Chain Chair
Lisa Smith, PharmD, MBA, Group Director, Pharmacy Health Services, Walmart Health and Wellness
General
Refreshment Break
Insight Sessions
Advancing Access to Testing & Screenings
Patients and consumers leverage pharmacies as critical access points for testing and screenings across a wide range of clinical needs. Join us for an engaging discussion about pharmacy testing models.
Insight Sessions
Pharmacy Reimbursement: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Reimbursement reform continues to be a top priority in the industry and at the federal and state legislative and regulatory levels. This session will highlight the current reimbursement landscape and provide insight into the path to comprehensive reimbursement reform.
General
NACDS Networking Reception
Join your industry peers to recap on the day’s sessions and establish new connections.
Supported by McKesson Corporation
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Breakfast
General
Registration
General Sessions
Employment & Labor Law Update
What happened in the last year in the world of employment and how does that affect your business? Where are the greatest litigation risks and what best practices can you adopt to minimize them?
Supported by Cardinal Health
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Refreshment Break
General Sessions
What’s “in store” for 2025?
This session will review the largest categories and fastest growing categories in a drug store setting and discuss how retailers can plan to win.
General Sessions
Empowering Pharmacies: Leveraging Generative AI for Operational Efficiencies and Sales Growth
Discover how leading retail and pharmacy companies are harnessing the power of Generative AI to drive innovation, boost sales, and streamline operations. This educational program explores real-world applications, from personalized customer experiences to inventory optimization and enhanced decision-making.
General
Refreshment Break
Insight Sessions
Collaborating for Caregivers
Join us for an engaging workshop designed for pharmacy executives and their supplier partners to share insights and initiatives supporting caregivers. This collaborative event will spotlight innovative programs, personal experiences, and actionable strategies to address the unique challenges faced by caregivers—whether they are helping loved ones or their patients.
Insight Sessions
Become More Efficient with Gen AI Now!
Bring your phone, laptop or I Pad to this session to learn how you can use Gen AI to become more efficient at work and at home today. During this hands-on session, you will learn new tools and techniques to effectively handle tasks that used to take time and effort.
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Lunch
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One-to-One Business Conferences
Appointment-driven one-to-one business meetings between chain executives and key supplier trading partners set the stage for developing profitable marketing ideas and strengthening existing relationships.
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NACDS Sunset Party
Conclude Regional Chain by connecting with new and existing business partners while enjoying a grand assortment of cuisine prepared throughout the evening.