Annual Awards

Pharmacist of the Year Award - Jeani Smith, PharmD, MBA, BCACP, BCADM, CDCES

Presented annually to a pharmacist who has demonstrated dedication to the profession of pharmacy, furthered the profession of pharmacy through community service and embodied those qualities of attitude and leadership which exemplify the profession.

Student Pharmacist of the Year Award - Harshita Sharma

Presented annually to a student who has shown dedication to advancing the profession of pharmacy, especially as it is practiced in Nevada.

Pharmacy Technician of the Year Award - Melanie Kinkead

Recognizes an outstanding pharmacy technician who has shown dedication to advancing the profession of pharmacy in Nevada.

Bowl of Hygeia Community Service Award - Tahnee Forlini, PharmD, BCPS

Given annually to an association member who has made considerable contributions to their communities. Sponsored by American Pharmacist Association Foundation and NASPA with support from Boehringer Ingelheim

New Pharmacy Practitioner Award - Meg Olsen, PharmD

Presented annually to a pharmacist who has graduated in the past five years and has demonstrated excellence in professional, community and association service.

NASPA Excellence in Innovation Award - Beth Slamowitz, PharmD

Presented annually in recognition of a pharmacist who has demonstrated significant innovation in their professional practice.

Friends of Pharmacy Award - Corey Sigafoos

Presented annually in recognition of someone that does not work directly in pharmacy but has positively impacted the profession or the Nevada Pharmacy Alliance.

Past Recipients