Annual Meeting

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)

Thursday, June 5, 2025
8:00-8:50 AM	Registration + Continental Breakfast Exhibit Hall & Poster Presentations
8:50-9:00 AM	Welcome
9:00-10:00 AM	*Keynote: The Chemistry of Connection: Transform Relationships with the Neuroscience of Trust Teresa Peterson, EdD, Director of Learning and Development, The Noll Wilson Group
10:00 AM-12:00 PM	House of Delegates: Session II ​Speaker’s Address ​Report of Policy Committee on Public Affairs Report of Policy Committee on Professional Affairs
12:00-12:30 PM	Exhibit Hall & Poster Presentations
12:30-1:45 PM	Leadership Luncheon IPA President Installation President’s Address Board Installation Recognition of Outgoing IPA & IPA Foundation Board
1:45-3:00 PM	Exhibit Hall & Poster Presentations
3:00-5:00 PM	*Resident Research Presentations
3:30-5:00 PM	Reverse Exhibit
6:00-7:00 PM	President’s Reception
7:00-9:30 PM	IPA Annual Awards Banquet
9:30-10:30 PM	IPA Foundation Silent Auction & Dessert Reception

Friday, June 6, 2025
7:00 AM	2025 STEP, CYCLE, SWING Kick-off
8:00-8:30 AM	Registration
8:30-9:30 AM	Breakfast Program
9:30-9:45 AM	Break
9:45-10:45 AM	*Keynote: Iowa Pharmacy Trifecta: Tradition, Transformation and Tomorrow Erik Maki, PharmD, Dean and Professor, Drake University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences Jill Kolesar, PharmD, MS, Dean and Professor, University of Iowa College of Pharmacy Matthew Pitlick, PharmD, BCPS, Executive Vice President & CEO, IPA
10:45-11:00 AM	Break
11:00 AM-12:00 PM	*OTC Challenge Trivia Pharmacists and student pharmacists will forge teams to BATTLE in the inaugural trivia-style OTC Challenge!
12:00-12:15 PM	Break
12:15-1:15 PM	Lunch Program
1:15-1:30 PM	Break
1:30-2:00 PM	Final Business of the IPA House of Delegates Vice Speaker Election IPAF Poster Presentation Award Open Microphone
2:00 PM	Adjourn

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.  

2025 Policy Topics:

• Peer Review in Pharmacy Practice/SOC Model
• UPJE Exam / License Requirements
• Reciprocity / COMPACT / License Transferability
• Residency Funding
• Artificial Intelligence Use in Pharmacy Practice
• Cybersecurity Data Governance in Pharmacy
• Hospital at Home / Home Care

2025 Keynotes

THURSDAY
The Chemistry of Connection: Transform Relationships with the Neuroscience of Trust
Teresa Peterson, EdD, Director of Learning and Development, The Noll Wilson Group

Description: Every single moment we are interacting with someone we are either increasing, sustaining, or decreasing our level of trust with them. There is no neutral in relationships. How often do you slow down enough to see where you or the other person is on this continuum? While we desire high trusting relationships, we often leave them to chance instead of building by choice. Together, we’ll uncover the neurochemistry of trust and how to use it to improve our conversations and ultimately our relationships.

FRIDAY
Iowa Pharmacy Trifecta: Tradition, Transformation and Tomorrow
Erik Maki, PharmD, Dean and Professor, Drake University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Jill Kolesar, PharmD, MS, Dean and Professor, University of Iowa College of Pharmacy
Matthew Pitlick, PharmD, BCPS, IPA’s New CEO

Description: Explore how Iowa’s rich pharmacy legacy fuels innovation and drives the profession forward. Join new leaders in Iowa pharmacy to discuss the balance between honoring strong history, embracing transformative practices, and shaping an ambitious vision for the future of pharmacy in Iowa.

Meeting App

IPA is using a NEW meeting app in 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. 2025 Submission Deadline: Friday, May 23

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-$500, and all donors will be recognized.

Bidding for the 2025 Silent Auction will open on Tuesday, May 20 online and via mobile app.

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Continuing Education

Sponsorship

Bring your company in front of Iowa’s pharmacy professionals during IPA Annual Meeting! See 2025 Sponsorship Prospectus. Contact Kellie Staiert at kstaiert@iarx.org for more information.
Suitcasing is strictly prohibited at IPA Annual Meeting. See IPA’s anti-suitcasing policy.