Annual Meeting
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Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Celebrate Professional Achievements in Iowa Pharmacy at IPA Annual Meeting!
IPA’s Annual Meeting is the epicenter of pharmacy practice in Iowa. Each year, pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and student pharmacists come together from across the state to discuss and set policy, share innovative ideas, and make meaningful connections with colleagues and pharmacy leaders. This June, plan to:- Take an active role in setting policy that will steer association action.
- Hear and share innovative ideas to implement at your practice.
- Build your network and connect with like-minded colleagues.
- Find new opportunities for collaboration and practice advancement.
- Recharge and leave invigorated to better serve your patients.
Agenda at a Glance
(Subject to change)
Pre-Meeting Opportunities:
- 2/2/2: House of Delegates Policy Topic Preview Webinar – May 13, 2025, 2:00-3:00 PM
- House of Delegates: Session I (Virtual) – May 20, 2025, 6:00-8:00 PM
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Policy Committee Meetings:
- Professional Affairs – May 21, 2025, 8:30-10:00 AM (Virtual)
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Public Affairs – May 21, 2025, 11:00 AM-12:30 PM (Virtual)
| Thursday, June 5, 2025 | |
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8:00-8:50 AM
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Registration + Continental Breakfast Exhibit Hall & Poster Presentations |
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8:50-9:00 AM
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Welcome
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9:00-10:00 AM
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10:00 AM-12:00 PM
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| 12:00-12:30 PM |
Exhibit Hall & Poster Presentations
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12:30-1:45 PM
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Leadership Luncheon
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1:45-3:00 PM
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Exhibit Hall & Poster Presentations
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3:00-5:00 PM
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3:30-5:00 PM
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Reverse Exhibit
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6:00-7:00 PM
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7:00-9:30 PM
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9:30-10:30 PM
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IPA Foundation Silent Auction & Dessert Reception
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| Friday, June 6, 2025 | |
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6:30 AM
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2025 STEP, CYCLE, SWING Kick-off
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| 8:00 AM | Registration |
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8:00-9:00 AM
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Breakfast Program
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9:15-10:30 AM
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10:30-10:45 AM
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Break
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10:45-11:45 AM
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11:45 AM-12:45 PM
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Lunch Program
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12:45-1:00 PM
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Break
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1:00-2:30 PM
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TBD
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2:30-3:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Adjourn
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House of Delegates
The House of Delegates is IPA’s policy-making body and is composed of members from across the state. The House acts on policy recommendations brought to it by standing committees and individual delegates. Three House sessions will be held this year, starting with Session I (Virtual) on Tuesday, May 20 from 6:00-8:00 PM.Check back for 2025 policy topics!
2025 Keynotes
THURSDAYCheck back for details!
FRIDAY
Check back for details!
Meeting App
IPA will be using a NEW meeting app for 2025! The Eventee app will house all session, speaker, and CPE information. Download on the App Store or Google Play.
Poster Presentations
The IPA Foundation Poster Presentation session demonstrates the latest innovations to advance the practice of pharmacy in Iowa. Click here to view previous Poster Presentation winners.
Resident Presentations
Iowa pharmacy residents and fellows will present their research projects from 3:00-5:00 PM on Thursday and 9:15-10:30 AM on Friday. Stop by to learn and support our state’s newest practitioners!
President’s Reception & Annual Awards Banquet
Toast to incoming IPA President Wes Pilkington and celebrate achievements in Iowa pharmacy! 50-Year Pharmacist Anniversary awards and the prestigious Bowl of Hygeia will be presented during the Annual Banquet.IPA Awards
The Iowa Pharmacy Association takes great pride in recognizing individuals for their contributions of leadership, patient care, professional involvement, and public service. These awards serve to capture Iowa pharmacy’s spirit of service and its culture of professionalism. 2025 IPA Professional Awards will be presented during the Annual Banquet Thursday evening.
Silent Auction
If you would like to donate to the IPA Foundation Silent Auction, please email Laura Miller at lmiller@iarx.org with a short description and approximate value of the item(s) you plan to donate.
You can also let IPA do the shopping for you! IPA accepts monetary donations to purchase items to create auction baskets. Donations can be made in the amounts of $100, $250 or $500, and all donors will be recognized.
Bidding for the 2025 Silent Auction will open on Tuesday, May 20 online and via mobile app.
Continuing Education
Sponsorship
Bring your company in front of Iowa’s pharmacy professionals during IPA Annual Meeting! Contact Kellie Staiert at kstaiert@iarx.org for more information.Suitcasing is strictly prohibited at IPA Annual Meeting. See IPA’s anti-suitcasing policy.
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