From Data to Impact: Strengthening the Future PharmD Applicant Pool Through Insights and Partnership

When:  May 7, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM (ET)

Hosted AACP Staff

This webinar explores current PharmD applicant trends and behaviors, helping participants interpret key data and translate insights into effective recruitment strategies. With a focus on partnerships with national initiatives and organizations, attendees will exchange ideas and identify collaborative, innovative approaches to strengthen interest in pharmacy careers and expand the applicant pool.

Objectives:

  • Build a clear understanding of the current PharmD applicant trends and applicant behavior.
  • Translate monthly report metrics into meaningful insights to inform recruitment strategies and decision-making.
  • Highlight and exchange effective national and organizational initiatives promoting pharmacy careers, including employers and other pharmacy organizations.
  • Foster open dialogue to share ideas, challenges, and innovative approaches to strengthen pharmacy application pools.

Speakers:

Susan S. Vos, PharmD, FAPhA
Senior Director of Student Affairs
AACP

Lee Vermeulen, BSPharm, MS, FCCP, FFIP
Executive Vice President and CEO
AACP

Ashley Boedecker, PharmD, MBA
Director, Member Relations
Section of Ambulatory Care Practitioners
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists

Valerie Simmons, PharmD
Director of Pharmacy Education and Early Careers
Walgreen Co.

Melanie Kirk
Manager, Field Talent Acquisition
Walgreen Co.

Monica Laspada, PharmD
Pharmacy Talent Acquisition Partner
Walgreen Co.