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Dean's Leadership Council


The Dean’s Leadership Council plays a pivotal role in guiding the Harrison College of Pharmacy, ensuring that programs of excellence in pharmaceutical education are both sustained and advanced.

Formerly called the Dean’s Advisory Council, the group was re-named once Dean Leigh Ann Ross joined the college, emphasizing HCOP’s long history of developing leaders and the critical role it has as the college moves forward.

The Council was active in the past year, advising and contributing to the process of developing HCOP’s strategic plan. With the plan now complete, it will actively review the implementation of the college’s strategic plan.

Comprised of Auburn alumni and friends, the council collaborates to support and drive the vision and objectives of the Harrison College of Pharmacy. Council members convene semi-annually to provide valuable advice and insight, dedicated to the college’s mission and operations.

As active and valued members of the pharmacy community, council members demonstrate an unwavering commitment to elevating the college to new heights of excellence.

They are instrumental in shaping innovative curricula, advancing life-changing research, and leading impactful health outreach programs. Additionally, they play a key role in securing private support to further the college’s mission of improving global health outcomes.


Dean's Leadership Council Members


Garrett Aikens headshot

Dr. Garrett Aikens

Chief of Pharmacy
Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center
Chuck Beams headshot

Chuck Beams

Chief Pharmacy Officer
East Alabama Health
Nancy Bishop headshot

Nancy Bishop

State Pharmacy Director
Alabama Department of Public Health
Dr. Bob Cisneros headshot

Dr. Bob Cisneros

Associate Professor Emeritus
Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Darrell Craven headshot

Darrell Craven

Director, National Accounts
Alkermes
Joe Dalton headshot

Joe Dalton

Independent Pharmacy Owner

Chris Eickholt headshot

Dr. Chris Eickholt

Senior District Sales Manager
Eli Lilly and Company
Darden Heritage headshot

Darden Heritage

President and Owner
Star Discount Pharmacy
Michael Hogue headshot

Dr. Michael Hogue

Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer
American Pharmacists Association
Amanda Krumnow headshot

Dr. Amanda Krumnow

Vice President and Head of Scientific Affairs at Applied Therapeutics, Inc.
Baron Lowe headshot

Baron Lowe

Vice President of Market Access
Rite Aid
Carl L. McMillian headshot

Dr. Carl L. McMillian

Vice President, Drug Disposition
Lilly Research Laboratories

Joel Owen headshot

Dr. Joel Owen

Distinguished Scientist
Pumas-AI
Jennifer Peterson headshot

Dr. Jennifer Peterson

Chief Pharmacy Officer
UAB Hospital
David Serota headshot

Dr. David Serota

President and Owner
7th Inning Stretch Consulting, LLC
Jerry Smith headshot

Dr. Jerry Smith

Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice
University of West Florida
Dell Walker headshot

Dr. Dell Walker

Retired, Executive Director
Pfizer
Takova Wallace-Gay headshot

Dr. Takova Wallace-Gay

Clinical Assistant Professor
University of Texas at Tyler Fisch College of Pharmacy

Gary Walton headshot

Dr. Gary Walton

Chief Executive Officer
Clearview Cancer Institute
Jeannine Weeks headshot

Jeannine Weeks

Pharmacist
Eastern Shore Pharmacy
Ross Woods headshot

Dr. Ross Woods

Clinical Pharmacist
Vital Care of Northwest Alabama Home Infusion Services
Bettina Wright headshot

Bettina Wright

Assistant Director, Clinical Operations PGP
Emory Healthcare Ambulatory Surgery Centers

Last Updated: February 11, 2025