White Coat to Corner Office: Pharmacy Leadership in the Real World

NPhA Leadership Development Institute Lecture

Thursday, April 17, 2026, 7:00 - 8:30 PM EDT

This session will show you what's possible when credibility meets strategic vision. Free and open to all!

Top Takeaways 

1. Learn how to transition from traditional pharmacy roles to strategic leadership positions that impact healthcare access and equity on a national scale.
2. Discover how to leverage the unique scale of retail pharmacy to solve complex healthcare challenges, advocate for an expanded scope of practice, and drive community-based health outcomes.
3. Understand the intersection of clinical expertise and HR analytics, and how to use data-based decisions to build high-performing, passionate health and wellness teams.

Speaker: Amar Patel

Amar Patel, PharmD is a Health and Wellness Talent Strategist and currently serves as a Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition at Walmart. 

With deep roots in the profession, Amar’s career has evolved from direct patient care behind the pharmacy counter to a leadership role where he builds world-class recruiting strategies for one of the world's largest companies. 

He is a passionate advocate for "paying it forward," focusing on career pathing for pharmacy professionals and influencing the future of healthcare through strategic partnerships and internal stakeholders