AACP Unveils Six New Partners in Corporate Partnership Program to Transform Pharmacy Education and Practice

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Arlington, Va.—AACP is excited to announce six new partners to strengthen collaboration between education and practice as part of its new Corporate Partnership Program. The new partners each bring unique strengths and expertise to the table. They include:

  • CVS Health – Elite level
  • Echo Interactive – Executive level
  • Rite Aid – Executive level
  • Walgreens – Executive level
  • NACDS Foundation – Strategic level
  • Walmart – Strategic level

The program allows AACP and its partners to align in our common interest of supporting pharmacy education, pharmaceutical sciences and research, and pharmacy workforce development. Partners will foster deeper relationships with colleges and schools of pharmacy and have opportunities to participate in discussions with deans and other leaders regarding initiatives, trends and other issues impacting pharmacy education and the pharmacy profession.

"By collaborating with our partners, we aim to optimize pharmacy education and training…"

Lee Vermeulen, AACP Executive Vice President and CEO

"We are excited to announce the launch of our new Corporate Partnership Program, which is a key step in advancing our mission to lead the transformation of pharmacy practice," said Lee Vermeulen, B.S.Pharm., M.S., FCCP, FFIP, AACP Executive Vice President and CEO. 

"By collaborating with our partners, we aim to optimize pharmacy education and training, cultivate a more diverse and inclusive community of learners, and ensure the long-term financial sustainability and growth of our organization. This program underscores our commitment to shaping the future of pharmacy and empowering the next generation of professionals to drive meaningful change in the field."

Corporate partnership benefits for members include educational sessions developed by partners at AACP’s Annual and Interim Meetings, participation in relevant AACP committees, "Collaborative Incubator" projects with AACP leadership, and sponsor-driven content, including webinars and courses in AACP Learn, our learning management platform.

To learn more about Corporate Partnership Program, visit the Corporate Partnership page.