Entrepreneurial healthcare leader leveraging industry expertise, business acumen, and regulatory knowledge to expand the independent pharmacy landscape on behalf of owners and consumers. Leveraging Experience in Business Development, P&L, Quality Assurance, Vendor Negotiations, Lobbying & Legislative Influence, Project Management, Conventional & Compounding Pharmacy Leadership. Notable Industry & Entrepreneurial Achievements:● Grew membership of AAPA - a group purchasing organization - from 300 to 600+ member stores nationally; increased overall purchase volume from $500M to $1.2B● Negotiated with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and key legislators to increase dispensing fee for 940+ independent pharmacy retailers within the state● Achieved key national accreditation with the Accreditation Commission on Healthcare (ACHC) and the United Credentialing and Accreditation Program (UCAP) and secured licensure in 50 states nationwide● Developed rigorous quality standards, SOPs, and leveraged accreditation to grow market from 10 to 30 states and increased sales from $600K annually to $3M in a four-year periodI welcome opportunities to discuss how my skills and experiences can add value across organizations and initiatives. Please contact me at sasalempharmd@gmail.com.