2026 Board of Directors and Awards Ballot

See below for more information about the candidates:

Cast Your Vote BEFORE April 10th  Here

President Elect Nominee:

Member at Large Nominees:  

Whitney Osborn currently serves as the Pharmacy Operations Director and a principal at Good Day Pharmacy, a locally owned and operated organization serving communities across Colorado. The team operates fourteen pharmacies throughout the state, including locations in both urban and rural communities. Working across these regions has given her a deep appreciation for the unique challenges and opportunities pharmacists face throughout Colorado—particularly in areas where the pharmacy is often one of the most accessible healthcare resources. 

Over the past thirteen years, she has had the privilege of caring for patients throughout Northern Colorado while collaborating closely with pharmacy teams across the state. In her role, she works with pharmacists, technicians, healthcare providers, and community leaders to strengthen pharmacy operations, expand clinical services, and support innovative approaches to patient care in the community setting. 

She is passionate about advancing the profession of pharmacy and ensuring pharmacists across all practice settings have a strong and unified voice. Through her work across Colorado, she has seen firsthand the importance of collaboration, sharing ideas, and advocating for the future of the profession. She cares deeply about supporting pharmacists from every region of Colorado—from rural communities to rapidly growing urban centers—and ensuring they are represented. She believes the Colorado Pharmacists Society plays a crucial role in bringing pharmacists together and strengthening pharmacy practice statewide. She remains committed to supporting pharmacists across Colorado and helping ensure the profession continues to grow, innovate, and meet the needs of communities. 

Outside of her professional work, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband and their two children.  

 

Cameron Phillips 

Cameron Phillips has been a pharmacist for nine years and began his pharmacy career as an intern with King Soopers during his first year of pharmacy school. Since then, he has served as the pharmacy manager at multiple locations and had the unique opportunity to live and work in the mountains on the Western Slope for several years before returning to Denver. He currently serves as the Wellness Coordinator for King Soopers, where he helps organize and facilitate vaccine clinics and other health and wellness services. 

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, hiking and camping, and reading or listening to audiobooks. 

He is excited to be considered for a member‑at‑large position on the CPS Board. Over the past year, he has seen firsthand how CPS advocacy has played a meaningful role in driving progress within the profession. He would welcome the opportunity to be more involved in this work and to continue advocating for pharmacy and the ongoing growth of the profession. 

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Laura Rang 

Laura Rang has been practicing pharmacy for more than 30 years and has had the privilege of working in both retail and hospital settings. She graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina in 1993 and recently earned a Master of Public Health in 2024, reflecting her long-standing interest in the broader role pharmacists play in improving public health. Throughout her career, she has been passionate about using the practice of pharmacy to serve patients and communities. She believes pharmacists are uniquely positioned to improve health outcomes through access, education, and advocacy.  

In addition to her practice experience, she previously served on the Board of Pharmacy, including terms as both Vice President and President. Those experiences strengthened her commitment to advancing the profession and protecting the public through thoughtful regulation and collaboration.  

She would be honored to continue serving the profession and supporting the work of the Colorado Pharmacists Society. 

 

Pharmacist of the Year Nominees:

Presented to a licensed pharmacist practicing in Colorado who has demonstrated dedication to the profession of pharmacy, contributed time and effort to Colorado Pharmacists Society (CPS), furthered the profession of pharmacy through community service and embodied those qualities of attitude and leadership which exemplify the profession. It should be noted that this is the highest award of the Association and should be only given to someone who has outstanding and lasting contributions to the profession that will endure for a long period. The nominee must be a current member of CPS.

Lisa Nguyen

Lisa Nguyen has built her career around supporting people — patients, colleagues, healthcare partners, or the pharmacy community. In her role as Senior Pharmacy Manager at Saint Joseph Hospital, she leads through service-oriented leadership, fostering growth, empowering her teams, and ensuring that patient care and safety remain the foundation of every decision she makes.

Lisa's longstanding involvement with the Colorado Pharmacists Society reflects her dedication to the profession. Over the years, she has contributed to nearly every major CPS committee, stepping in wherever she can make a meaningful impact— whether it's advocacy, member engagement, communications, awards, or organizational leadership. Most recently, she helped co‑chair and plan the CPS Annual Meeting, creating a collaborative, inspiring experience that celebrates the profession and strengthens the statewide pharmacy community.

Outside of CPS, Lisa stays active in community health efforts and enjoys building connections that make pharmacy more accessible and supportive for everyone. Her steady, down‑to‑earth leadership, combined with her commitment to service, continues to make a positive impact.

Cameron Phillips

I have been a pharmacist for 9 years and started my pharmacy career as an intern with King Soopers during my first year of pharmacy school. I have since had the opportunity to be the pharmacy manager at multiple locations with King Soopers and had the amazing opportunity to work and live in the mountains of the western slope for several years before moving back down to Denver.

Through precepting over the past 7 years for several pharmacy schools, I have been a strong advocate for the importance of community pharmacy to our profession. Training and offering mentorship to new pharmacists is something that I find incredibly important to continue to grow and develop the next generation of pharmacists. 

 In my current role as a Wellness Coordinator for King Soopers, I help to organize and facilitate our vaccines clinics and other health and wellness services to continue to expand our impact as healthcare professionals in our communities. In this role I am focused on building and developing relationships to expand care for patients. With this goal in mind, I am also seeking a position as a member-at-large for the CPS board this year.

It is an absolute honor to be nominated for the 2026 CPS Pharmacist of the Year Award. Regardless of the outcome, I would like to express my thanks to all the pharmacists and leaders that have mentored me through my pharmacy career thus far.

Student Pharmacist of the Year Nominees:

This award recognizes an outstanding student who has shown dedication to advancing the profession of pharmacy, especially as it is practiced in Colorado. This dedication may be demonstrated through activities related to Colorado Pharmacists Society (CPS), but may also include involvement in other pharmacy organizations, volunteer activities, and legislative advocacy. The award recipient will have taken on leadership roles and encouraged fellow students to advocate for the pharmacy profession. Must be a current active P1 to P4 student at a Colorado school of pharmacy and in good academic standing. The nominee must be a current member of CPS.

Kiri Carmody

I’m a soon‑to‑be graduate of the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy. This June, I’m excited to begin my PGY1 residency at M Health Fairview – University of Minnesota Medical Center.

Throughout my training, I’ve sought out experiences that help me understand patients at many different levels and from all backgrounds. From primary care at Kaiser Permanente and UCHealth AF Williams to the DAWN Clinic, where I managed chronic diseases for a predominantly Spanish‑speaking, underserved population. I also completed a population health rotation at the University of Montana, where I examined heat‑related medication risks and provided outreach to unhoused individuals and tribal communities. These experiences strengthened my commitment to improving health equity and delivering patient‑centered care.

I’ve also been deeply involved in leadership and professional service, serving as APhA‑ASP Chapter President, working on statewide and national committees, and contributing to curriculum development and academic research, including publications on high‑impact co‑curricular activities and medication‑related heat risks in older adults. I’m passionate about teaching, mentorship, and helping shape the next generation of pharmacy learners.

Outside of pharmacy, I love taking advantage of Colorado’s outdoors by hiking and skiing. I also enjoy baking sourdough and cooking. 

Vincent Tavalez

Vincent Tavalez is a 4th year pharmacy student at Regis University School of Pharmacy who is an extreme extrovert when it comes to the field of pharmacy. He received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry – American Chemical Society certified from Regis University in 2022 and finished his Master of Science in Health Services Administration from Regis University in 2025. He is currently interested in ambulatory care with a primary focus on working for the Indian Health Service. He is dedicated to advancing the profession of pharmacy through leadership, self-advocacy, and collaborative practice. His dedication to professional development is evident through heavy involvement in various student organizations including CPS, NCODA, PLS, Kappa Psi, and being a student mentor. As an active member of CPS since 2022, Vincent has demonstrated a strong commitment to the pharmacy community. His dedication to CPS as a student member and previous co-chair has been instrumental in shaping his pharmacy journey and encouraging student engagement and collaboration. Through this experience, he has expanded his professional network, connected with inspiring mentors, and gained valuable insights into pharmacy advocacy and leadership that has led him to travel to other states to learn how pharmacy is making a change for their role in healthcare. CPS has played a crucial role in his growth, reinforcing his passion for the field of pharmacy and his commitment to advancing the role of pharmacists in healthcare.

Liam Watts

My name is Liam Watts, and I am a Doctor of Pharmacy candidate at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Throughout pharmacy school, I have been committed to advancing the profession through leadership, service, and advocacy across Colorado and nationally.

I am an active member of the Colorado Pharmacists Society, where I have participated in Legislative Day at the Capitol and advocated for pharmacy-related legislation by writing letters to state and national representatives. I am also involved in national organizations, including the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists and the American College of Clinical Pharmacy, helping promote student engagement in the profession.

My leadership experience is rooted in the Phi Delta Chi Professional Pharmacy Fraternity, where I served as President and Vice President of the Sigma Chapter. I now serve as Regional Correspondent, mentoring students across 19 chapters. Additionally, as Mentorship Committee Chair for Student Council, I helped expand a peer mentorship program that connected two-thirds of incoming P1 students with upperclassmen.

I have also contributed to research focused on improving care for vulnerable populations. My career goal is to pursue ambulatory care and infectious diseases, with a focus on HIV care, while continuing to advocate for the pharmacy profession.

Pharmacy Technician of the Year Nominees:

This award recognizes an outstanding pharmacy technician who has shown dedication to advancing the profession of pharmacy, especially as it is practiced in Colorado. This dedication may be demonstrated through activities related to Colorado Pharmacists Society (CPS), but may also include involvement in other pharmacy organizations, volunteer activities, and legislative advocacy. The award recipient will have taken on leadership roles and encouraged fellow technicians to advocate for the pharmacy profession. The nominee must be a current member of CPS.

TJ Davis

I have been actively involved with CPS since the summer of 2024, when Kim Ward and Riannon Koup sponsored my attendance at the Summer Meeting in Glenwood Springs. Since then, I have participated in both the Summer and Winter Meetings, as well as several mixers and Pharmacy Day at the Capitol.

As one of the few pharmacy technicians regularly involved, I would love to see increased technician representation and engagement within CPS. To help support this goal, I am currently sponsoring one of my technicians to become a CPS member, and he will be attending the upcoming Summer Meeting in Black Hawk.

I began my pharmacy career in January 2021, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, and it has been the best career decision of my life. I have a deep passion for teaching and mentoring new technicians. On my scheduled days off from my home pharmacy, I volunteer my time at stores that are short-staffed or have new team members, helping where needed and teaching the way I was taught. My goal is to build confidence, encourage growth, and inspire the same passion for this profession that I have found.