Get Involved. Make an Impact.
The Connecticut Pharmacists Association is a member-driven organization, and our committees are where ideas become action. From advancing legislation and developing continuing education programs to growing membership, recognizing professional excellence, and supporting future pharmacists, CPA committees help shape the direction of the Association and strengthen the pharmacy profession throughout Connecticut.
Whether you are an experienced leader or becoming involved for the first time, committee service offers an opportunity to share your expertise, expand your professional network, develop leadership skills, and make a meaningful contribution to your profession.
We encourage you to explore the committees below and find the opportunity that best matches your interests and experience.
Then, complete the form at the bottom of this page to express your interest.
Government Affairs Committee
Help Shape the Future of Pharmacy in Connecticut
If you’re passionate about advocacy and public policy, the Government Affairs Committee provides an opportunity to influence legislation affecting pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and the patients they serve. Working closely with CPA leadership, staff, and our legislative lobbyist, committee members help identify policy priorities and advocate for the profession before the Connecticut General Assembly.
Meeting Schedule
- Monthly during the Connecticut Legislative Session (January/February through May/June)
Key Responsibilities
- Recommend legislative and regulatory priorities for CPA.
- Monitor legislation affecting pharmacy practice.
- Assist in developing advocacy resources and policy positions.
- Support planning and educational materials for Pharmacy Day at the Capitol.
- Promote member engagement in legislative advocacy.
Chairs: Sam Abdelghany and Julian Koruni
Education Committee
Advance Professional Learning Across Connecticut
The Education Committee develops innovative continuing education programs that help pharmacists and pharmacy personnel stay current, improve patient care, and meet evolving professional needs. Members play a key role in identifying educational gaps, planning conferences, and expanding CPA’s educational offerings.
Meeting Schedule
- Monthly
Key Responsibilities
- Identify educational needs and recommend CE programming.
- Plan the MidWinter Conference, Annual Meeting, and other educational events.
- Develop live, virtual, and home-study educational opportunities.
- Assist in securing educational grants and sponsorship support.
- Review and evaluate conference formats and educational outcomes.
- Support technician education and pharmacist refresher programs.
Chairs: Patrick Roberts and Sarah Wright
Membership Committee
Strengthen and Grow Our Professional Community
The Membership Committee helps ensure that CPA remains a vibrant, welcoming, and valuable professional home for pharmacy professionals throughout Connecticut. Committee members focus on recruitment, retention, engagement, and creating meaningful member experiences.
Meeting Schedule
- Monthly
Key Responsibilities
- Develop strategies to recruit and retain members.
- Enhance member engagement and volunteer participation.
- Evaluate membership benefits and member services.
- Expand student and new practitioner involvement.
- Review member satisfaction and renewal data to recommend improvements.
- Assist with member outreach and recognition initiatives.
Chair: Krystal Kelly
Awards & Scholarships Committee
Recognize Excellence. Invest in the Future.
The Awards & Scholarship Committee celebrates the achievements of pharmacy professionals while supporting the next generation of pharmacists. Committee members play an important role in recognizing outstanding contributions to the profession and selecting deserving student pharmacists for CPA scholarships.
Whether you enjoy recognizing excellence, mentoring future leaders, or giving back to the profession, this committee provides a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Meeting Schedule
- Meets 2-4 times annually, typically in late June through August
Key Responsibilities
- Review nominations for CPA’s annual professional awards.
- Evaluate nominees using established award criteria.
- Select recipients of CPA’s annual professional awards.
- Review scholarship applications submitted by eligible student pharmacists.
- Evaluate applicants using established scholarship criteria.
- Select recipients of the Connecticut Pharmacists Foundation’s annual scholarships.
- Recommend enhancements to the Association’s awards and scholarship programs as appropriate.
Award and scholarship recipients are recognized during the CPA Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration each September.
Chair: Emmett Sullivan
Complete the Committee Interest Survey