PPLC Membership
The Council brings together pharmacy procurement leaders, residents, and academic representatives from across the country. Members contribute diverse experiences and perspectives, sharing a commitment to strengthening procurement practices, supporting emerging leaders, and advancing the profession through collaboration and research.
Joe Smith
Joe Smith, PharmD, MHA is a pharmacy procurement leader focused on improving purchasing practices, strengthening supply chain operations, and supporting efficient medication management. His experience includes pharmacy operations and centralized procurement, with an emphasis on collaboration and developing emerging leaders.
Cora Smith
Cora Smith , PharmD, MHA, BCPS is a pharmacy leader focused on strengthening procurement practices, improving medication access, and supporting efficient pharmacy operations. Her experience includes purchasing strategy and supply chain management, with an emphasis on sharing best practices and mentoring emerging pharmacy professionals.
Matt Parker
Matt Parker, PharmD, MHA is Vice President of Trulla at SpendMend, helping systems improve pharmacy procurement through technology and smarter purchasing practices. Previously, he served as Manager of Pharmacy Services at Greenville Health System, later Prisma Health, focusing on pharmacy supply chain operations and centralized services.
Jake Thompson
Jake Thompson, PharmD, MS, is Vice President of Pharmacy Services at SpendMend, helping health systems strengthen pharmacy operations and optimize costs. Previously, he served as Regional Director of Pharmacy Operations and Compliance at Providence and Chief of Pharmacy Services with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
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