KPhA Committees

Committees
The KPhA Board of Directors relies on committees to develop initiatives to drive the Association forward. Below is an overview of active KPhA committees for 2025-2026.

Please note: Committee appointments are made the incoming KPhA President annually in June or July. If you are interested in joining a committee, watch for communications during this time with instructions on how to complete the sign-up form.

2025-2026 KPhA Committees

Executive Committee:
The Executive Committee shall act on behalf of the Board of Directors and make decisions only in emergencies, notifying the full Board of Directors of those decisions within two business days. Further, the Executive Committee shall meet only in the event that the full Board cannot meet within 24 hours or whatever is reasonable based on the situation. The Executive Committee may serve in an advisory capacity to the Executive Director in Human Resource matters. 

Kyle Harris, Chair
Ronnah Alexander, President
Chad Corum, President Elect
Lakin Marr, Treasurer
Emma Sapp, Secretary
Jessika Chilton
Ben Mudd

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Organizational Affairs: 
The Organizational Affairs Committee shall consider matters related to, but not limited to, the internal affairs of the Association. These matters include soliciting and vetting nominations for Officers and the Board of Directors; and soliciting and vetting nominations for all awards except the Meritorious Service Award.

Goals/Charges for 2025–2026: 

• Update the Association’s Policy and Procedure Manual. 
• Support award and officer nominations and candidate vetting. 

Sam Willett, Chair
Chad Corum, Vice Chair
Ronnah Alexander
Alan Webb
Dale English
Emma Sapp
Joe Carr
Joey Gregory
Judy Minogue
Kim Croley
Kyle Harris
Michael Burleson
Ralph Bouvette

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Public Affairs:
The Public Affairs Committee shall include matters related, but not limited, to the practice of
pharmacy and its relationship to the general public.

Goals/Charges for 2025–2026: 

• Develop creative strategies to increase public awareness of the pharmacy profession and highlight the essential roles pharmacists and pharmacy technicians play within the healthcare team.
• Launch a spotlight series celebrating pharmacists and pharmacies through The Kentucky Pharmacist journal and across social media to showcase their impact.

Emma Sapp, Chair
Rachel Carter, Vice Chair
Ronnah Alexander 
Aaron Dixon
Aishwarya Rajan
Alison Shirley
Kate Philpot
Michael Dueno
Misty Stutz
Monica Roberts
Morgan Craig

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Past Presidents Advisory:
The Past Presidents Advisory Committee shall consist of fifteen past Presidents/Chairs of the Board and shall serve in an advisory capacity to the current President of the Association. The President shall annually appoint a member of the Committee to serve as a voting member of the Board of Directors. This individual shall serve as Chair of the Committee during the organization year.
 

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Finance:
The Finance Committee shall consist of the President, President-Elect, Chair of the Board, Treasurer, Secretary, and one or more at-large member(s) of the Association. The Committee shall provide guidance to the KPhA Board of Directors by assuring the adoption of an annual operating budget; ensuring that an annual audit or related financial engagement of the accounts and financial records of the Association is conducted by an independent CPA and that the IRS 990 is filed; review and report of the Association's finances on at least a quarterly basis; and, perform other duties as required and/or as assigned by the Board in fulfillment of the Association's fiduciary responsibilities.

Lakin Marr, Chair
Ronnah Alexander
Chad Corum
Kyle Harris
Emma Sapp
Joel Thornbury
Lance Mansfield
Sam Willett 

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Government Affairs:
The Government Affairs Committee shall consist of a minimum of eight active members, one student member, and one technician member and serve in an advisory capacity to the Board of Directors. The Government Affairs Committee shall assist the Association with developing and maintaining a grassroots program to support the Association's government affairs initiatives and in raising awareness of and contributions to the Government Affairs Fund.

Goals/Charges for 2025–2026: 

• Support KPhA government affairs team by evaluating the current political landscape, identifying emerging advocacy needs, and advising on policy strategy to protect and advance the pharmacy profession in Kentucky.
• Strengthen grassroots engagement by facilitating direct connections between KPhA members and legislators through events, pharmacy visits, and targeted district outreach.
• Promote sustained advocacy funding by supporting PAC efforts, encouraging member contributions, and identifying new opportunities for sponsorships and earmarked donations.

Cathy Hanna, Chair
Misty Stutz, Vice-Chair
Ronnah Alexander
Alison Shirley
Ben Knuckles
Blake Mcleod
Brooke Hudspeth
Casey Whittaker
Chris Clifton
David Figg
George Hammons
Griffin Nemeth
Joel Thornbury
Julie Anderson
Kyle Bryan
Lance Mansfield
Martika Martin
Matt Carrico
Nadia Ahmed
Racheal Armistead
Ralph Bouvette
Sandra Lawson
Scott Hayes
Trish Freeman
Lakin Marr

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Professional Affairs:
The Professional Affairs Committee shall include matters related, but not limited, to, the practice of pharmacy and its relationship to the general public. This Committee is also responsible for vetting applications for the Board of Pharmacy nominees. Additionally, the Committee shall, in accordance with the Association's Bylaws, submit a written report of the Committee's activities and recommendations by May 1, no later than 30 days before the Annual Meeting.

Goals/Charges for 2025–2026: 

• Review and recommend Board of Pharmacy nominees upon any seat openings. 
• Review policies and respond to any additional charges from the Board.  

Sarah Vickey, Chair
Nicole Miracle, Vice-Chair
Ronnah Alexander 
Amanda Ward
Cassy Hobbs
Danielle Kromer 
Eric Marr
Janet Mills
Jill Harrellson-Hiller
Joel Thornbury
Jordan Smith
Kyle Harris
Maitry Dave
Michael Burleson
Racheal Armistead
Rachel Carter
Rheagan Hagy Wills
Ross Goetz 
Will Gillett

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Public Health:
The Public Health Committee supports the Kentucky Pharmacists Association (KPhA) in its efforts to advance the role of pharmacists in protecting and promoting public health across the Commonwealth. The committee works in collaboration with the Kentucky Department of Public Health and other partners to address critical public health priorities, including disease prevention and control, the opioid crisis, vaccination initiatives, and emergency preparedness. The committee also identifies gaps in pharmacist education related to public and community health and recommends strategies to enhance training and engagement. Through its work, the committee aims to elevate the visibility and impact of pharmacists as accessible, frontline public health providers.   

Goals/Charges for 2025–2026: 

• Monitor Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations and immunization practices relevant to pharmacy. 
• Track the legal status and implications of pharmacists administering long-acting buprenorphine. 
• Assess the impact of marijuana dispensaries on pharmacists’ access to dispensing data, patient care, and medication safety. 
• Monitor community pharmacy closures and potential growth of pharmacy deserts. 
• Collaborate with public health officials and other providers on potential ways to support and advance pharmacy's role in preventive care. 
• Remain responsive to new public health priorities identified by the Board or individual committee members

Lindsey Dunwoody, Chair
Dustin Miracle, Vice Chair
Ronnah Alexander
Carson Sims
Christabel Kusi Appiah
Clifford Patric Tsuboi
Dale English
Gary Davis
Griffin Nemeth
Hayley Jansen
Jody Jaggers
Jordan Arnold
Kenneth Record
Lauren Williams
Michele Pinkston
Monica Roberts
Patrick Sturgill
Paula Miller
Paula Straub
Rheagan Hagy Wills
Sarah Matichak

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Membership Engagement:
The Membership Engagement Committee works to increase and retain KPhA members by maximizing the value of membership through meaningful engagement and opportunities for involvement.

Goals/Charges for 2025–2026: 

• Identify membership champions across geographic and practice settings to engage with potential new members.
• Assess barriers to auto-renewal and reach 50% auto-renewal participation among all pharmacist and technician members

*Other key membership strategies defined by the KPhA 2024-2027 Strategic Plan:

• Enhance the engagement of KPhA members by targeting outreach across all practice settings statewide, cultivating leadership opportunities and experiences, and facilitating networking events.
• Host member networking opportunities across various regions of the state on a quarterly basis.
• Establish KPhA focus groups specific to each practice setting to address barriers to membership.
• Support KPhA members by providing resources for professional development, leadership, and general health and well-being.
• Analyze current communication of member services to develop strategies for better promotion and utilization of current and new resources.
• Promote general health and well-being resources which may include addressing burn-out, workplace conditions, and mental health. 

Chad Corum, Chair
Jordan Smith, Vice Chair 
Ronnah Alexander
Alison Shirley
Andy Luc 
Brooke Hardrick
Brooke Hudspeth
Caitlin Guerin 
Carla Barreiro 
Carson Sims
Chris Clifton
Christabel Kusi Appiah
Danielle Kromer
Joel Thornbury
Jordan Jones
Kate Philpot
Kyle Harris
Lakin Marr
Minnsung No
Ramey Hensley
Sarah Matichak

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Standard of Care Implementation Task Force:
This task force is charged with reviewing the Kentucky Pharmacy Practice Act and related regulations to explore the adoption of a Standard of Care regulatory model. The Committee will engage with key stakeholders, including the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy, legislators, and other healthcare organizations, to develop a legislative strategy and provide recommendations to the Board and House of Delegates by May 2026.

Goals/Charges for 2025–2026: 

• Review state pharmacy law and related regulations.
• Engage stakeholders, including the Board of Pharmacy and legislators.
• Develop a legislative strategy and submit formal recommendations.

Trish Freeman, Chair
Kyle Bryan, Vice Chair 
Ronnah Alexander 
Aishwarya Rajan
Cassy Hobbs
Cathy Hanna
Clark Kebodeaux
Daniel Malcolm
Dustin Miracle
Gary Davis
Lauren Ford
Lauren Williams
Mandy Jones
Ralph Bouvette
Ramey Hensley