Council of Independent Pharmacy

The Council of Independent Pharmacy is a community within the Academy of Community-Based Pharmacists that brings together CPS members practicing in independent pharmacy settings across Colorado. The Council supports connection, collaboration, and shared learning while helping elevate the voices of independent pharmacies and inform CPS initiatives that reflect their needs, opportunities, and impact.
 
Participation is open to CPS members whose practice aligns with independent pharmacy. 
 

Council meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 8:00 AM (MT).

 

How to Join the Council of Independent Pharmacy

Eligible CPS members can join the Council of Independent Pharmacy by updating their member profile.

To join:

1.        Log in to your CPS member account.
2.        Edit your profile.
3.        Scroll to the “Academies” section.
4.        Select Council of Independent Pharmacy.
5.        Save your changes.

Once selected, you’ll be included in Council communications and meeting invitations. 

If you have questions or need assistance, please contact: Jess Angleson, Pharmacy Practice Advancement Lead, [email protected].

Benefits of the Council of Independent Pharmacy

Members of the Council of Independent Pharmacy have opportunities to:

  • Connect with peers practicing in independent pharmacy across Colorado
  • Share challenges, strategies, and lessons learned from real-world practice settings
  • Help inform CPS priorities and initiatives that impact independent pharmacies
  • Stay engaged with evolving practice models, payment opportunities, and policy considerations
  • Strengthen the voice and visibility of independent pharmacy within CPS and across the state

The Council is designed to be flexible, collaborative, and responsive, with its direction shaped by participating members.