North Wales, PA
Sonny was born and raised in the Central Valley, where he began working on the family farm in Fresno, CA at a young age. He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA, followed by completing a residency at Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Bains is a clinical pharmacist with extensive clinical leadership experience in both acute care and ambulatory healthcare settings with large healthcare systems in the greater Philadelphia area. He is the Founder and Principal Consultant at Bains Rx LLC, a healthcare consulting firm dedicated to improving outcomes while reducing costs. Sonny also serves on the Board of Directors of local community organizations in the greater Philadelphia region. Most notably, his work was on spotlight on the front page of The Washington Post.
Clovis, CA
Dr. Conner currently serves as the ‘Director of Leader Development and Student Relations’ for the California Pharmacists Association. He received his Doctor of Pharmacy from the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences at University of the Pacific in 2012 and his Global MBA from Fresno Pacific University in 2014. He also graduated from CPhA’s Leader Development Institute in 2013 where he has served as a participant, learning coach, and facilitator in collaboration with the Pharmacy Leadership Education Institute. He is passionate about fitness, global studies, and maximizing his ability to serve others.
Brentwood, CA
Centralized Pharmacy Supervisor, past Regional Director Northern California Pharmacy Centralized Services and Operations Manager of Pharmacy Call Center for Kaiser Permanente. Previously employed by Longs Drugs as a Pharmacy Manager. Registered Pharmacist in California and Nevada, graduating from University of Pacific, Thomas J Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences with a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree in 1989.
Fresno, CA
An Inpatient pharmacist for Kaiser Permanente Hospital and Clove Community Medical Center in the Greater Fresno area. Graduated from the University of Pacific School of Pharmacy in 2011 and was the second recipient of the John F. Schlegel Endowed Leadership Scholarship (2011).
Acampo, CA
Pharmacy Services Manager of Allied Health Services with California Correctional Healthcare Services. Previously Pharmacist Manager at Mule Creek State Prison, and associated with Walgreen’s Drug Store. During his career, has been a pharmacy owner and CEO and Director of various Private and Public companies. Register Pharmacist in California and Nevada, graduating from University of Pacific School of Pharmacy with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy in 1964.
Walnut Grove, CA
Larry Gorham spent the first 6 years of his post graduate career with McKell Drug Company of Pittsburg, California first as a pharmacist, then as a store manager. He then joined Bill’s Drugs where he was part of a management team that grew the chain from 3 stores to 30 stores over a 10-year period. In 1982, seeking a career change, Larry purchased Cal-Sierra Pipe, Inc. from his father, becoming its President and CEO. Cal-Sierra Pipe is a wholesale/retail distributor of imported and domestic steel pipe and related items serving the agriculture, construction and manufacturing industries over the western United States. In 2010 Larry sold the company to a private equity investment group. He stayed with the company after the sale, first as its President then as a consultant until he retired in 2014. He remains on its Board of Directors.
San Francisco, CA
Former president and co-owner of Alisal Drug Stores, Inc. in Pleasanton; he recently sold his interest and is now semi-retired. A registered pharmacist in California and Nevada, he graduated from the University of the Pacific School of Pharmacy with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy in 1967. In 1968 he attended US Navy Officer Candidate School in Newport, Rhodes Island and served on active duty until July 1970. He travels widely and speaks Spanish, Portuguese and Japanese.
Roseville, CA
Annie Ho practices as an oncology pharmacist at Sutter Roseville Medical Center where she also serves as a preceptor for APPE students. She became a board certification oncology pharmacist (BCOP) in 2019. Annie graduated from CPhA’s Leaders Development Institute in 2013 and continued in 2014 to serve as a learning coach. In 2015, Annie was awarded the “Distinguished New Practitioner” award by CPhA. She currently serves on the Pacific Pharmacy Alumni Association Board and has worked with the Alpha Psi Foundation since 2016, providing leadership development workshops to students and new practitioners. Outside of work, she enjoys rock climbing, yoga, backpacking, crafting, and traveling.
San Jose, CA
Graduated from University of the Pacific with BS in Biological Sciences in 2005 and with a PharmD in 2009. Currently working as a long-term care pharmacist in Hayward, CA at Omnicare, a division of CVS/pharmacy. Active preceptor for APPE and IPPE rotations for the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Elk Grove, CA
Outpatient Pharmacy Manager for 22 years for Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Pharmacies. Registered Pharmacist in California and graduated from University of Pacific School of Pharmacy in 1982 with a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree.
Sunnyvale, CA
Pharmacy Manager with CVS Pharmacy. Registered Pharmacist in California, graduating from University of Pacific, Thomas J Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in 2009 with a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree.
Dublin, CA
Nam is currently an outpatient pharmacy manager for Kaiser Permanente in the San Rafael Service Area. He previously worked for Longs Drugs/ CVS Pharmacy as a district pharmacy supervisor and pharmacy manager where he won the CVS Regional Paragon Award. He received his Doctor of Pharmacy from the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences at the University of the Pacific in 2008. He also graduated from CPhA’s Leader Development Institute in 2014. Outside of work, he enjoys wine tasting, cooking and traveling.
Carmichael, CA
Former Vice President, Pharmacy and Healthy Lifestyles Initiatives with Raley’s
Responsible for the operational development, as well as all aspects of Sales, Marketing and Merchandising for the Pharmacy Department within all business units of Raley’s. Responsible for setting and achieving the strategic vision for the Pharmacy Department as well as the development of all healthy initiatives across all departments. Focus is on positioning the Raley’s Family of Stores as the customer preferred pharmacy experience and to create the future of a Wellness program while delivering on the financial and departmental objectives of today.
Sacramento, CA
Currently a Consultant Pharmacist for Consonus Pharmacy; previously General Manager for Consonus Pharmacy. Before his work with Consonus, he was a Pharmacy District Manager at Long’s Drug Stores, and a Professor of Pharmacology at the University of Northern Colorado. Graduated with a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from the University of the Pacific in 1975.
Porterville, CA
Graduated from the University of the Pacific, Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in 2013 with a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree. Currently working for Target Pharmacy in Bakersfield, CA as an Executive Team Leader. Active preceptor for Introductory and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiential rotations for Loma Linda University and California Northstate University. Past recipient of the John F. Schlegel Endowed Leadership Scholarship (2013).
Bakersfield, CA
Jon took his Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from the University of the Pacific, School of Pharmacy, in 1967. He practiced pharmacy for one year in Sheraton, Wyoming before returning to his home town of Bakersfield. After one year of hospital pharmacy he took the position of store manager and pharmacists at Country Club Drug in Bakersfield. In 1972 he established Bakersfield Drug Co. Inc. Prior to the sale of the company to Payless Drug in 1992, he had sole ownership or interest in eight pharmacies. In 1992 he obtained a Master’s of Science, Healthcare Administration from the California State University, Bakersfield, where he earned the honor of receiving the Graduate Deans Award for outstanding graduate for the ’92 graduating masters class of the University. In 1993 he joined the administrative staff at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital (a Dignity Health Hospital), and was named hospital president in 2001, a position he currently holds. In 2010, he was chosen by Dignity Health as the Corporate Senior Vice President Operations, Central California, a position he also remains in today. In this position he is responsible for seven Dignity Health Hospitals from Bakersfield to Stockton.
San Francisco, CA
Pharmacy Manager with CVS Pharmacy, graduating from University of the Pacific with a PharmD/MBA 2010 and a BS in Applied Economics. First recipient of the John F. Schlegel Endowed Leadership Scholarship in 2010.
Rocklin, CA
Graduated from UOP in 1973, currently president and CEO of Pacific West Pharmacy, Inc., specializing in long term care and president and CEO of Advantage Pharmaceutical’s, a compounding only pharmacy specializing in bio-identical hormone replacement therapy and unique veterinary medications.