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The NCPA Key Member program was re-established in 2003 by the Communications Committee as a way for NCPA members to further serve independent pharmacy and to construct a grassroots network.
Key Members act as ambassadors for NCPA and independent community pharmacy with potential NCPA members, pharmacy students, legislators, and others.
"As you all know, our voice is only as powerful as our numbers. We need every independent pharmacist to be counted among our ranks, especially as we conquer issues such as Medicare reform, PBMs, and mail order."
—Donnie Calhoun and Keith Hodges, former Communications Committee Co-Chair
 Leaders in independent pharmacy.
Owners and managers of independent pharmacies.
Pharmacists and others who are dedicated to the future of community pharmacy.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Attend your state convention and buying group meeting. Work a booth/table at a speaking engagement to promote NCPA membership.
- Visit a school of pharmacy. Meet with the dean, student president, etc. Tell them about NCPA.
- Attend the NCPA Annual Convention.
- Lobby — in person, by letter, email, or telephone — legislators, regulators, and other government officials when necessary on behalf of independent pharmacy.
Optional Responsibilities:
- Assist with NCPA member recruitment efforts.
- Lobby deans and faculty members in your state to ensure independent pharmacy is portrayed in a positive light and that pharmacy management courses are offered.
- Assist with the creation of new NCPA Student Chapters at pharmacy schools in your state where chapters currently do not exist.
- Serve as a key link between NCPA, members, and students on the state level.
For more information, contact Chris Nave via email at chris.nave@ncpanet.org or by phone at 800-544-7447.
For your convenience, you can use the following resources for your Key Member program-related activities:
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