About
History and Legacy
The National Pharmaceutical Association Foundation (NPhAF) was founded in 2000 during the 53rd Annual Conference of the National Pharmaceutical Association held in Baltimore, Maryland. Established as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Foundation was created to serve as the philanthropic heart of the National Pharmaceutical Association (NPhA), ensuring the long-term sustainability of the organization and both its service to the community and the profession of pharmacy.
Founding members include:
- Dr. Barry Bleidt
- Mr. Terrence Burroughs
- Dr. Marcellus Grace
- Mr. James Bricky Hills
- Dr. Marisa Lewis
- Dr. J.W. Ligon
- Dr. H.W. "Ted" Matthews
- Ms. Margaret Taylor
- Dr. Lori Woodson
Mission
Vision
Core Values of the Foundation
Integrity
Collaboration
Innovation
Leadership
Financial Mastery
We develop financial strategies for growth to support the Foundation’s mission and goals.
Learning
Promote continuous learning and the pursuit of excellence among the members of NPhA/SNPhA. Goal: Support Educational Programs.
Strategic Impact Areas
As a 501(c)(3) entity, the NPhAF translates these values into actionable programs that sustain the pharmacy pipeline and improve public health.
Academic Stewardship
Clinical & Research Excellence
Support Our Work
Celebrating 25 Years of Impact (2000–2025)
As we celebrate 25 years of service, we reflect on a legacy built by the dedication of our donors, the brilliance of our scholarship recipients, and the unwavering strength of the NPhA community.
A Quarter-Century of Advocacy
Over the past two and a half decades, your support has allowed us to:
- Empower Thousands: Providing a financial bridge for SNPhA students to transition from dedicated scholars to industry leaders.
- Drive Clinical Change: Funding research that directly addresses the disease states disproportionately affecting minority populations.
- Sustain the Profession: Ensuring that the minority pharmacist's voice remains a cornerstone of the American healthcare system.
The Next 25 Years
While we celebrate how far we have come, our vision for the future is even more ambitious. We continue to seek funds aggressively to expand our reach, innovate our practices, and eliminate health disparities in the communities that need us most.
Join us in honoring this 25-year milestone. Your tax-deductible gift ensures that the legacy of leadership and service continues for the next generation of pharmacists.
Officers
Terrence Burroughs, MBA, CMTM, RPh, FNPhA
NPhAF Chair
Jermaine Smith, RPh
NPhAF Treasurer
Jermaine Smith, RPh, is Vice President of State Advocacy at the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS), where he leads state policy strategy to advance pharmacy practice, patient access, and evolving care delivery models nationwide. With more than 30 years of leadership experience in government affairs, regulatory strategy, and operations, he is recognized for aligning business objectives with legislative and regulatory priorities.
Previously, Jermaine served as Vice President of Government & Regulatory Affairs at Rite Aid, overseeing policy advocacy and regulatory compliance across more than 1,300 pharmacies and representing the company on federal and state boards and advisory councils. He is committed to developing future pharmacy leaders through mentorship partnerships with universities and professional associations that promote diversity and leadership development.
Jermaine earned his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of South Carolina and is a licensed pharmacist and immunizer. He lives in Bowie, Maryland, with his wife and two children.
Bengy Mitchell, PharmD
NPhAF Secretary
Kendra Roundtree, PharmD, MBA, MS
NPhAF Executive Director
Kendra is a dynamic healthcare leader who blends clinical expertise with strategic business acumen to advance health equity and drive industry transformation. She holds a Doctor of Pharmacy and Master of Business Administration from Mercer University, along with a Master of Science in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics from the University of Maryland.
With a career spanning frontline care and executive advocacy, Dr. Roundtree leverages her pharmacy and business background to deliver consultative sales strategies, stakeholder engagement, and motivational messaging that inspires action. As a Cardiometabolic Care Specialist with Novo Nordisk and Executive Director of the National Pharmaceutical Association Foundation, she leads with intention—amplifying voices and outcomes across healthcare.
Her passion for whole-person wellness and community empowerment is reflected in her commitment to education, access, and equity. She is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Tamara Mccants
Trustee, NPhA President
Tamara McCants, PharmD, is a nationally recognized advocate for health equity and a champion for expanding the role of pharmacists in improving outcomes for underserved communities. She currently serves as President of the National Pharmaceutical Association (NPhA), a national organization committed to advancing Black and other underrepresented pharmacy professionals and addressing disparities in healthcare.
Raised in Brooklyn, New York, Dr. McCants earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Florida A&M University. She is a Medical Science Liaison with Abbott Diabetes Care and brings nearly 25 years of experience across diverse pharmacy practice settings, including managed care, ambulatory care, operations and management, and academia. Throughout her career, she has led and executed millions of dollars in grant-funded initiatives focused on reducing disparities in HIV/AIDS, diabetes, immunizations, and mental health.
A respected leader within the profession, Dr. McCants has held numerous leadership roles, including Chair of the District of Columbia Board of Pharmacy, and in 2008 received the prestigious Bowl of Hygeia Award, one of pharmacy’s highest honors. She currently serves on the boards of Community Education Group (President) and Homes for Hope, remains actively engaged with the FAMU Alumni Association, and is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Rho Mu Omega Chapter. Dr. McCants is the devoted mother of two sons, whom she raises with her life partner.
Roderick Peters
Trustee, NPhA President-Elect
Robbie Lee Anne Christian, Pharm.D., BCIDP
Trustee, SNPhA Executive Director
- SNPhA Executive Director
- Infectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
- ID PGY2 Residency Program Director
Pat Achoe, RPh, MBA, RPh
Trustee
Patricia Achoe is a Cincinnati-based diversity and wellness leader with more than three decades of experience in pharmacy, education, and organizational leadership. She coordinates over 100 Associate Resource Groups (ARGs), supporting organizational goals related to equity, inclusion, and diversity.
Pat also holds a shared position through a collaboration with the University of Cincinnati College of Pharmacy, where she coordinates a Pharmacy Technician program for high school students and oversees wellness initiatives for faculty, staff, and students. She began her career with Kroger in 1990 as a Pharmacy Manager and has held several leadership roles, including Pharmacy Coordinator and Pharmacy Category Manager.
Pat holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from Howard University and an MBA from Grand Canyon University. She is a Certified Diversity Practitioner and holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification and a Worksite Wellness Certificate.
Her contributions have been recognized through multiple honors, including the University Staff Excellence Award (2023), Progressive Grocer’s Top Women in Grocery recognition (2021), and the Cincinnati Business Courier Second Act Award (2019).
A native of Detroit, Pat serves on the boards of the NPhA Foundation and The Health Collaborative and is a lifetime member of the National Pharmaceutical Association. She enjoys reading, meeting people, and traveling with her husband, Howard.
Wallene Bullard-Battle, PharmD, BCPS, CHTS-CP
Trustee
Dr. Wallene Bullard is a board-certified pharmacist, author, and healthcare leader with more than two decades of experience advancing health equity, expanding access to care, and improving outcomes for underserved populations. She currently serves as Director of Pharmacy Services at Conduent State Healthcare, where she leads pharmacy benefit management operations for Maryland Medicaid and other state programs, collaborating with population health leaders to improve medication access and quality of care for vulnerable communities.
Dr. Bullard is an international healthcare consultant and co-founder of a minority- and woman-owned healthcare and professional management firm, and she is the co-founder of the Minority Pharmacist Entrepreneur Collaborative (MPECrx), a national platform launched in 2020 to empower minority pharmacists and pharmacy students to build sustainable businesses and generational wealth beyond traditional practice. Through MPECrx and strategic partnerships, she has helped more than 500 colleagues explore entrepreneurial pathways and pharmacy ownership. An adjunct faculty member at Howard University College of Pharmacy, Dr. Bullard is a recognized mentor, speaker, and advocate for professional development, and has served on national advisory panels for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, the National Quality Forum, and the Pharmacy Quality Alliance. Her honors include the APhA Foundation Bowl of Hygeia Award and the Howard University College of Pharmacy Distinguished Alumnus Legacy Award.
Alftan Dyson, PharmD, AAHIVP, FNPhA
Trustee
Leonard L. Edloe, Th.M., PharmD
Trustee
Kevin Sneed, PharmD, FNAP, FNPhA
Trustee
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