2024 Presentations
Get insights into the topics and updates discussed during the 2024 Regional Chain Conference.
Monday, February 12
DSCSA - The Time is Now
Last August, the FDA announced that it was granting the pharmaceutical supply chain a one-year reprieve on complying with DSCSA. The expectation is that the additional time would allow the industry to invest and test this new electronic interoperable system for tracing drugs through the supply chain. This session will highlight how one chain is working through the process to comply with the law and they will share what they have learned and what is left to accomplish.
Leon Nevers, Senior Director, Procurement and Business Development, H-E-B
2024 Pharmaceutical Trends, Issues and Forecasts
This session provided an analysis of the most up-to-date industry data and highlight pharmacy trends, issues, and forecasts in demographic sales and markets for 2024 and beyond
Scott Biggs, Director of Supplier Services, IQVIA
Doug Long, Vice President of Industry Relations, IQVIA
Pharmacy's Role in the Value-based Care Landscape
Pharmacies are increasingly gaining rightful traction as key drivers of improved outcomes, access, and equity. Join us for a presentation on the evolving value-based care landscape, including opportunities for pharmacies to engage and align with the strategy and vision set by value-based care leaders.
Kate Davidson, LCSW, Director, Learning and Diffusion Group, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation
Justin Heiser, PharmD, President and CEO, Thrifty White Pharmacy
Access Wins: Sustaining Momentum on Policy Issues
With patient access and pharmacy viability at stake, NACDS aligns policy, advocacy, and communications to advance priority issues at the federal and state levels. Dive deeper on the state of NACDS’ aggressive push for PBM reform, reimbursement, scope of practice, and health and wellness innovation in 2024.
Michael J. Ayotte, RPh, Senior Vice President, Pharmacy, Transformation and Advocacy, National Association of Chain Drug Stores
Christie Boutte, PharmD, RPh, Senior Vice President, Reimbursement, Innovation and Advocacy, National Association of Chain Drug Stores
Chris Krese, Senior Vice President, Congressional Relations & Communications, National Association of Chain Drug Stores
Tuesday, February 13
Caution. Retail Curves Ahead.
Anxiety – financial, technological, political and health-related — have shoppers shifting their priorities for 2024 and beyond. Wendy Liebmann will share WSL Strategic Retail’s latest shopper and retail insights that reveal both opportunities and road blocks for the coming 18 months.
Wendy Liebmann, Founder, CEO & Chief Shopper, WSL Strategic Retail
revolutionizing retail and healthcare: exploring the power of generative ai
Discover the potential, challenges, and ethical considerations surrounding the application of AI in shaping the future of retail and healthcare.
Todd Huseby, Partner, Americas Consumer Healthcare Lead, Kearney
February 11–13, 2024
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Hyatt Regency Coconut Point • Bonita Springs, FL
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