PWH® MENTORSHIP SPOTLIGHT Mentorship Provides an Outside and Trusted Perspective Pg. 14-16
PWH® MENTORING COMMITTEE HIGHLIGHT Testifying to the Power of Mentoring Pg. 17
PWH® CID COMMITTEE HIGHLIGHT
CID Hosts Influential Leaders and Shares Their ‘Keys to Influential Leadership’ Pg. 18
HIDA UPDATE
HIDA Elevates Two Long-Serving Executives to Senior Vice President Roles Pg. 19
PWH® BOARD MEMBER RECOGNITION
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE PWH® BOARD
Savor the Joy and Take it Easy Pg. 22-23
PWH® NEW MEMBERS
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THANK YOU PWH® 2025 CORPORATE PARTNERS
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PWH® Connect Journal
Staff and Volunteers
PWH® MARKETING COMMITTEE CHAIR
Eryn Veronesi
Business Development Manager, Marketing Sales and Services, NDC
VICE CHAIR, PWH® DIGITAL MARKETING
Jennifer Eiselein
EDITOR
Rachel Bailey, PhD Penwan Communication Inc. rachel@penwancomm.com
ART DIRECTOR
Brent Cashman
Graphic Designer, BOCdesign, Inc. brent@bocdesigninc.com
EDITORIAL & CIRCULATION MANAGER
Michelle Rydberg
Executive Director, PWH® mrydberg@mypwh.org
PWH® MISSION & PURPOSE
PWH® is an organization dedicated to ongoing professional leadership development in healthcare businesses. We are a member organization providing a national voice and progressive leadership for women in healthcare products manufacturing and delivery industries. Our goal is to reach all women in our industry and empower them in their personal and professional lives. We are also committed to integrated leadership development and gender equity for all individuals within the industries we serve. Vision – To create a culturally inclusive healthcare industry equally led by women.
PWH Board members share holiday inspiration and recipes on page 19. Image by Julia Squires.
Thankful. Grateful. Blessed.
These words are most present in my heart as we approach the end of the year. It feels surreal that we’re already here. Another reminder that while it may sound cliché to say time flies, it truly does.
As the first year of my term ends, I want you to know that serving as your Chair has been one of the greatest honors of my career, walking alongside you and witnessing the impact each of you brings to our mission of creating leaders.
It has certainly been a whirlwind around us, from tariffs to AI advancements, stock market swings, government tensions, and more. Yet through it all, our community has flourished. More members. More development opportunities. More women supported, empowered, and seen.
PWH is deeply grateful for the support our Corporate Partners and Sponsors give us. Their investment goes far beyond financial support. They encourage their employees to show up, volunteer, lead, and grow within PWH. Their belief in our mission is what makes our continued growth and impact possible.
As you look back on 2025, I challenge each of you to pause and reflect on everything you have accomplished, both personally and professionally. They all count. Every connection you made. Every moment of courage. Every step of progress, big or small. Every investment you made in yourself, and in one another.
As you reflect, consider what you are most thankful for this year. Where did you grow? What were your wins? How do you want to challenge yourself next year? We still have time left in this year to grow, to stretch, and to support the women around us who are also pushing forward.
Recently, a speaker shared the idea of giving the Gift of Time, and it struck a chord with me and how essential it is to make every second count. It also reminded me how rarely we, especially as women, give ourselves that same gift. The to-do lists are endless. The expectations are constant.
So, this holiday season, I challenge each of you to gift yourself Time - time to pause, to reflect, to rest; time to do something that brings you joy; time to be fully present in the moments that matter.
I am thankful for each of you, grateful to walk this leadership journey together, and blessed beyond measure to be part of an organization that is changing lives, one woman, one connection, one breakthrough at a time.
Wishing you and your families a joyful holiday season and a new year filled with growth, purpose, and possibility.
With gratitude,
Ashleigh McLaughlin Chair, PWH, 2025-2026 and Chief Financial Officer at IMCO
As you look back on 2025, I challenge each of you to pause and reflect on everything you have accomplished, both personally and professionally.
Ashleigh McLaughlin
Connect. Empower. Lead.
Highlights from the Midmark Summit
By Susan Kaiser, Media and Communications Manager, Corporate Communications and Events, Midmark, and Past Chair of PWH Professional Development Committee
At Midmark’s Versailles, Ohio headquarters, nearly 70 Midmark PWH ® members—joined by guests from The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati—gathered for a PWH Leadership Experience: Midmark Summit, a purposeful “minisummit” created by Midmark’s internal PWH committee to bring the spirit of PWH to its own campus. Serving as emcee, Jennifer Ramsey, Senior Engineering Manager and Chair of Midmark’s internal PWH Committee, set the tone and carried the theme—Connect. Empower. Lead. The program moved with intent—early networking, keynote inspiration, three rotating breakouts and a leadership panel—all designed to sharpen influence and amplify women’s voices across healthcare.
Midmark Attendees, Speakers and Guests
Dr. Anne Eiting Klamar—Midmark board chair and PWH co-founder—kicked off the day, sharing her own path as an “accidental CEO,” noting that many have or will become “accidental leaders.” Framing “Leading with Purpose – the ‘Why?’ of Leadership,” she asked attendees to write down five words that embody their purpose in a leadership role. She invited reflection on what about that purpose ignites energy and gives it meaning—the importance of purpose being aligned with values, defining the character of leadership, making sure actions are always aligned with purpose and values, and, looking ahead, the legacy you want to leave: “Begin with the end in mind.”
Anne also shared two essential questions she asks herself and those she mentors: 1) “What is your definition of success? and 2) “How much is enough?” The questions challenged the room to consider, “What would your day(s) look like if your purpose were aligned with your calendar?”
Panelists include Midmark’s Chief People Officer Amanda Hendry; Senior Corporate Strategy Director Sailesh Tangirala; and e-Commerce Lead Business Analyst Sarah Silva, joined by The Christ Hospital Health Network’s CMO Jenny Collopy. The panel was moderated by Kelsey Schmiesing, Learning Solutions Manager, Midmark.
Dr. Anne Eiting Klamar, Chair of the Board, Midmark and Co-founder of PWH®.
The opening keynote entitled, “Own Your Voice. Share Your Power,” featured Foundever® Senior Vice President and past chair of PWH, Rachelle Ferrara and brand-messaging strategist/improv coach Jill Pavlov, who flew in from Florida to be with us. (A special thank-you for going the extra mile to pour into our Midmark PWH members and guests.) They walked us through: Lead. Connect. Elevate. First, naming a personal “power word” for the day; sharing “the moment we almost shrunk” and choosing to lead anyway; tracing the relationships that helped us get here because networking is a longterm game; elevating others by being real, giving power (not just tasks), and celebrating small wins. They invited a “mirror moment” to ask: What will I own
Jackets donated for the Power Jacket Exchange to Clothes That Work.
today? Where am I holding back? And they closed with a simple definition of impact: Leadership isn’t how high you climb; it’s how many climb because of you.
Participants then rotated through three hands-on breakouts. One: “Unapologetically You: The Power of Authentic Leadership” challenged the myth of the “well-rounded teammate” and championed purpose, empathy, and self-awareness. Two: “Influence with Impact” offered practical tools for organizational savvy—stakeholder mapping, strategic communication, and executive presence. Three: “Resilient Together” created space for candid, peerled conversation on growth, support, and strength while highlighting mentorship and sponsorship as lifelines.
To end the day, a cross-functional leadership panel connected summit themes to real-world execution. Moderator Kelsey Schmiesing of Midmark guided a discussion on strategic planning, talent development, customer experience and visibility. The session invited attendees to name one takeaway and one action to apply immediately.
The “Styled to Lead: Power Jacket Exchange” turned purpose into a visible symbol of shared confidence. Attendees brought professional jackets with a story—1 jacket in = 1 jacket out—or opted to select one with a $5 donation. The exchange embodied the summit’s theme: connecting through the stories we wear, empowering one another by passing confidence forward, and leading together as those jackets accompany new milestones. Remaining jackets were donated to Clothes That Work, which equips Miami Valley job seekers with attire, coaching, and readiness support.
By the closing remarks, participants left with more than notes—they left with
momentum: clearer purpose statements, stronger networks along with practical tools for influence, resilience, and brand clarity.
how purpose-driven leadership scales impact across teams, partners, and customers.
The Midmark Summit demonstrated
Jennifer Ramsey, Senior Engineer Manager and Chair, Midmark PWH Committee speaks about walking through the day with intention—finding your next spark, your next connection, your next insight.
Breakout with Megan Winner: Influence with Impact: Building Organizational Savviness to Drive Results.
Breakout with Maria Moeller: Resilient Together: A Candid Conversation on Growth, Support and Strength.
Think Through Cash, Career, and Connections Before Taking Your Next Steps
By Vicky Lyle, PWH Board Advisor, Past PWH Chair, and President and CEO at Coach Lyle LLC
We all know that technology innovation and evolving business trends are transforming the healthcare supply chain job market, bringing new possibilities and challenges. Whether you are looking for a new career opportunity because of your own desire for change or due to a layoff, the following framework provides a structured approach for your next steps.
Focusing now on three critical pillars—Cash, Career, and Connections—will help prepare you for your next adventure.
ONE: Cash
Build Your Runway with Financial Readiness
> Assess financial health
> Build a financial cushion
> Simplify expenses
> Diversify income streams
TWO: Career
Roadmap Design Your Next Chapter
> Clarify your vision
> Identify skill gaps
> Create a 5-year plan
> Track your progress
THREE: Connection
Leverage the Power of Your Network
> Stay connected with past colleagues
> Engage actively on LinkedIn
> Join industry associations
> Focus on giving before asking for help
Vicky Lyle
After being displaced from my corporate career of 38 years with a fortune 500 Healthcare Solutions Company, I developed a strategy based on these three key categories. A three-point framework of Cash, Career, and Connections helped me step into business ownership with confidence. Each pillar is crucial for a successful transition. Let’s explore each in detail.
1 Cash & Financial Readiness
Financial stability is paramount, so before leaving your job do the following:
> Assess your current financial health including your assets, liabilities, and monthly cash flow.
> Build a financial cushion in a high yield savings account. Fill it with enough money to cover your living expenses for a period of 6 to 8 months. If you are laid off, it could take this long to find your next job.
> Simplify your expenses by first identifying and cutting unnecessary spending. Eliminate debt while you are still working. Living debt free provided me with freedom to save and invest for the future.
> Develop a side hustle. Explore freelance work, consulting, or other passive income opportunities. I have friends who got into real estate, baking cakes, and other side jobs.
> Learn to invest. Consult with your financial advisor or invest on your own. I learned as a young adult how to invest in the stock market, and it allowed me to build my financial cushion to start my business.
> Open an IRA and a Roth IRA. Consult your financial advisor to see which one is best for you. I was able to quickly roll over my 401K and Roth 401K while avoiding additional fees. This gave me opportunities to invest in more profitable equities that were not available in the company 401K. If you have a Roth IRA open for 5 years or more, you can access your principle before you are age 59 ½.
2 Career Roadmap
Planning your next move is essential. Here are some items to consider:
> Clarify your vision by defining your career goals and where you want to be 5 years from now. If you couldn’t fail, what would you want to do next? For me, I knew I wanted to be a coach and public speaker.
> Identify skill gaps by determining what skills you need to acquire or improve. Look for ways to get those skills at your current company. I was able to move into an industry relations role that allowed me to gain skills in public speaking, networking, and coaching teammates to speak on behalf of the company.
> Create a 5-year plan by outlining specific actions to take within the next 30 days, 90 days, and 1 year. Then after each year, layer in your financial goals too.
> Track your progress by monitoring your achievements and then adjust your plan as needed. It’s OK to change your plan if it’s not working for you.
3 Connections
Your network is a valuable resource. Here’s how to fortify and extend it:
> Connect with past colleagues by reaching out to former coworkers and professional contacts. After working for the same company for 38 years, I have friends that have gone to other companies in our industry. Many of them have reached out to offer support.
> Engage actively on LinkedIn, share valuable content, and participate in relevant discussions. This is where you build your brand. Let others know what you are doing now. For me, I had to shift from being known for the work I had done
Our network of women has supported me throughout my career and continue to support me as I have started my own business.
with technology and warehouse systems to a public speaker and coach. While in my industry relations role, I shared pictures of me speaking at conferences, my work with Toastmasters, and certifications in the Maxwell Leadership program. All of this helped to pivot my personal brand with my connections.
> Join industry associations, participate consistently, and join committees. For example, just like all of you, I am dedicated member of PWH. I was the Chair for the 2021-2022 term and am still actively participating on the board. Our network of women has supported me throughout my career and continue to support me as I have started my own business.
> Finally, focus on giving before asking. Offering assistance helps to build strong relationships.
Again, this 3-point framework can help you prepare for leaving a job and starting a new opportunity. While change is not easy, addressing the three C’s—Cash & Financial Readiness, Career Roadmap, and Connections—will help you proactively manage the transition and set yourself up for future success.
If you are interested in hiring a coach to come along side you on your journey, to help build your confidence, and to accelerate your growth, please reach out at coachlyle.com
The 2026 PWH® Leadership Summit is headed to West Palm Beach, Florida! Monday, May 18 - Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Breakthrough isn’t just about shattering barriers—it’s about transforming challenges into opportunities for growth. At the 2026 PWH® Leadership Summit, we’ll explore how resilience and transformation shape true leadership, embracing setbacks as stepping stones to becoming stronger, more impactful, and more valuable. Together, we’ll celebrate the beauty in imperfection and reframe breakthroughs—not simply as moments of breaking through, but as experiences of mending, evolving, and emerging better than before.
Having the opportunity to attend the PWH Leadership Summit pushed me beyond comfort zone levels. I was able to connect with so many women. I learned a lot and left the summit feeling a new sense of purpose in my leadership career. I look forward to spreading the word about the experience and encouraging others, especially my team, about participating in all PWH has to offer in the future!
Join Us To Be Inspired, Empowered, and Equipped To Create Your Own Breakthrough Open to Women & Men From All Career Levels – Aspiring Leaders to C-Suite Executives. Gain actionable takeaways through our PWH Leadership Insights (TED-style talks), empowering keynote speakers, engaging panel discussions, workshops & breakout sessions that cover a host of topics around pressing leadership issues.
Keynote Speakers
Opening Keynote: Stories That Stick
The Irresistible Power of Strategic Storytelling
Kindra Hall Keynote Speaker, Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author, Award-Winning Storyteller
Through compelling research, profound case studies, and captivating stories of her own, Kindra will elevate individuals on all levels of your company. The outcome of this keynote is attendees feeling empowered, excited and capable of making a simple shift to telling more strategic stories to captivate customers, influence behavior and transform business.
Kindra Hall is a leading expert on strategic storytelling, trusted by global brands worldwide. She is also a bestselling author whose books, including Stories That Stick and Choose Your Story, Change Your Life, have been recognized as top business and personal development reads.
Closing Keynote: Braving Change Resilient Through Disruption
Velera Wilson Keynote Speaker, Author, Leadership Development Consultant
Velera Wilson helps audiences embrace change with courage and a growth mindset. Using practical stories and real-world insights, she equips individuals and organizations to navigate uncertainty, overcome resistance, build resilience, and stay focused during the “messy middle.” Attendees will learn strategies to lead boldly, maintain wellbeing under pressure, and turn change into a catalyst for growth and forward momentum.
Velera Wilson helps leaders and teams increase confidence, performance, and navigate change with impact. With over twenty years of expertise, she has launched products used globally, led high-performing teams, and generated multi-million-dollar revenue for industry giants like AT&T and Fiserv.
Register today to attend the industry’s only conference completely dedicated to inclusive leadership development.
Registration at mypwh.org/summit
Mentorship Provides an Outside and Trusted Perspective
Val Wersching and her Mentor Katarzyna Scherr share similar values and helpful insights from different career paths.
Mentee: Val Wersching Clinical Manager, Enclara Pharmacia, A Dragonfly Health Company
Specializes in Pharmacy and Hospice Care
I am a pharmacist with over 10 years of experience in the industry. Currently, I serve as a Clinical Manager in the hospice field, where I support interdisciplinary teams in delivering compassionate end-oflife care. Throughout my career, I’ve also worked in a variety of settings including ambulatory care, retail and community pharmacy, and Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs). Outside of work, I’m passionate about travel and running. One of my proudest personal accomplishments was completing a half marathon in all 50 states.
Sought a different professional perspective
Throughout my career, I’ve been fortunate to have mentors who have provided invaluable guidance and direction. Most of these mentors have been pharmacists, and while their support has been instrumental in my growth, I was excited to join the PWH ® mentor program with the hope of being paired with someone from a different professional background. I wanted to gain new perspectives and insights
Val Wersching
outside of my direct field to broaden my knowledge and help me grow both personally and professionally. One area I’ve always worked on is building confidence. Mentorship has played a significant role in helping me become more self-assured in my abilities and decisions, and I saw this program as a meaningful opportunity to continue that journey with fresh guidance and a new lens.
Appreciates practical professional and personal advice
Kasia has been an incredible mentor and a true wealth of knowledge across so many areas. Over the past two years, her guidance has been invaluable as we’ve discussed everything from fostering strong workplace relationships and effective time management to creating a professional development program and managing procrastination. Her practical advice has helped me grow both professionally and personally. Beyond our professional conversations,
Mentee: Katarzyna (Kasia) Scherr Director, M&A, ReSource Pro
Specializes in Mergers & Acquisitions
I left academia for industry 10+ years ago and have worked in M&A in some capacity ever since. I currently serve as director for global M&A and integration at ReSource Pro, leading my team through the whole of the M&A lifecycle, from due diligence through integration, as well as any standup activities.
Inspired by reciprocity
I have been fortunate to have amazing
Kasia has also been a steady and calming presence in my life. She’s offered thoughtful support through some challenging personal moments, including the recent loss of my father. Her compassion and guidance have meant more to me than I can express, and I’m deeply grateful for the connection we have built.
Organization and fun drive relationship success
Kasia and I typically meet once a month, and before each meeting, I send her a topic I’d like to focus on. She always comes prepared with thoughtful insights, questions, and resources tailored to that topic. What makes our relationship so successful is her ability to draw from both her personal and professional experiences to offer meaningful guidance. Our conversations are engaging, supportive, and fun – which makes it easy to be open and honest. I genuinely look forward to our time together each month, and I always leave our meetings
feeling more confident, focused, and inspired.
Mentorship builds confidence and accountability
Mentorship has been incredibly valuable in my career and personal life. It provides the tools, resources, and encouragement I need to stay focused and confident as I work toward my goals. Sometimes, simply talking things through with Kasia or with other mentors helps me organize my thoughts, gain clarity, and develop actionable plans. Mentorship has also helped keep me accountable –motivating me to continue growing and challenging myself.
Beyond the practical benefits, I deeply value the personal connection I’ve built with my mentor. From the very beginning, it was easy to connect with Kasia, and I truly believe our relationship will continue well into the future. I’m especially grateful to the PWH mentorship program for creating such a thoughtful and intentional match.
There are so many things I value about mentorship, but building a trusted connection with someone outside your immediate circle is a big one.
mentors throughout my academic and corporate careers, including through PWH.
The guidance I received from my mentors was invaluable as I worked to navigate significant changes along the way, both professional and personal, and I appreciate the opportunity to give back in this way.
Learning is a lifelong endeavor
Val has taught me not to take my experience or advice for granted. As a
mentor, you sometimes wonder if you have anything to contribute, but we all have something to share, including our mentees. I learn from Val regularly. She often says something that prompts me to reexamine my assumptions or look at something from a different perspective or make a connection that was not there before. Still an academic at heart, I place great value on learning and development, and mentorship is a big part of that for me.
Good pairing, preplanning, and flexibility drive success
Val always sends me agenda items in advance, which gives me some time to
think about the topics and pull resources in advance if applicable. We also have great communication regarding scheduling and flex as needed, which
I greatly appreciate. I think one of the reasons our relationship has been successful is because we were a good match from the start thanks to the PWH pairing process. Sometimes things just click, and this was one of those times. We have been meeting monthly since July 2023, and I will be here for her for as long as she needs or wants. She is now one of my people.
Mentorship provides neutral, trusted advice
There are so many things I value about mentorship, but building a trusted connection with someone outside your immediate circle is a big one. Sometimes the people closest to you are not the best source of guidance. They may be too close to the decision or have a vested interest in maintaining the status quo. Having someone outside your organization, industry, etc., to turn to who can provide neutral advice is a game changer.
Katarzyna (Kasia) Scherr
Testifying to the Power of Mentoring
An Update from the PWH® Mentoring Committee
For 20 years, mentorship has been one of the cornerstones of Professional Women in Healthcare® (PWH®). We are bringing awareness to the values of mentoring in a month-long celebration for National Mentor Month.
National Thank Your Mentor Day is celebrated on January 21st as part of National Mentoring Month. It’s a day to recognize and show appreciation for the guidance and support that mentors provide. Visit us on Facebook and share what your PWH® mentor’s guidance means or meant to you.
Below is a testimonial from PWH member Amanda Colemen who serves our industry as a Technical Writer at McKesson.
My Mentor Changed My Life
A Testimonial by Amanda Coleman
When I made the leap into a new career path and joined McKesson Medical-Surgical, I knew the transition would be challenging.
As a career switcher, I was stepping into unfamiliar territory, and the learning curve felt steep. But joining PWH nearly three years ago turned out to be one of the most pivotal decisions of my professional journey— largely because of the incredible mentorship
I received from Jessica Carney of Premier, through the mentoring program.
Jessica has been more than a mentor; she’s been a guide, a cheerleader, and a source of unwavering support. Her encouragement gave me the confidence to step outside of my comfort zone and embrace opportunities I never imagined myself pursuing. With her guidance, I took on the role of Mentor Circle Leader, where I had the privilege of supporting others on their own journeys. Mentor Circles is a PWH group mentoring program that enables professionals at all levels to come together to discuss and share knowledge on a topic. And then, most recently, I had the honor of introducing the closing keynote speaker at the 2025 PWH Leadership Conference—an experience that was both humbling and empowering.
Mentorship within PWH is more than just a program—it’s a reflection of our culture. It fosters growth, builds confidence, and creates a ripple effect of empowerment across our industry. Through mentorship, we not only support individual development but also strengthen the collective impact of women in healthcare.
Jessica’s mentorship changed my life, and I’m proud to pay it forward. That’s the power of mentoring.
Amanda Coleman
CID Hosts Influential Leaders and Shares Their ‘Keys to Influential Leadership’
In today’s healthcare environment, leaders are navigating unprecedented complexity, shifting regulations, workforce challenges, political pressures, and rapid industry change. The PWH® Cultural Inclusion and Diversity (CID) Committee is committed to providing PWH members and our industry support through this challenging time.
On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, the CID Committee brought together respected healthcare leaders to share how they’ve harnessed influence to build trust, drive collaboration, and create meaningful impact. Monica Davy, Chief Culture and Belonging and Impact Officer at Vizient; Natasha Jackson, Director of Training and Education at Enclara Pharmacia; Joe Machicote, Chief Culture Officer at Premier; and Aminah McGill, Director of Revenue Cycle at Enclara Pharmacia shared how they build trust, inspire confidence, and drive collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders to move people toward a shared goal. They challenged attendees to think critically about how our influence shows up in our leadership today and, no matter our role or title, we need to be intentional about how we cultivate it. Below are some discussion highlights.
Discussion Highlights from “Keys to Influential Leadership: Intentional Voices that Create Lasting Impact”:
Aminah McGill, Director of Revenue Cycle at Dragonfly Health (Enclara Pharmacia)
> Influence is synonymous with impact— making a positive impact on people and processes.
> Use problem-solving and emotional intelligence to understand stakeholders.
> Build trust through collaboration and transparency.
> Think PIE!
• Performance – Deliver results consistently.
• Image – Build a strong personal brand and reputation.
• Exposure – Gain visibility and sponsorship; largest impact on career growth.
Joe Machicote, Chief Culture Officer at Premier
> You can’t have a relationship without trust.
> Influence = Respect + Trust.
> Adopt a growth mindset.
> Shift from ‘I’ to ‘We’ conversations.
> Leave people and things better than you found them.”
Monica Davy, Chief Culture and Belonging and Impact Officer at Vizient
> You can’t influence without trust and authenticity.
> When we show up authentically, when people see that we are authentic, when we allow other people around us to show up authentically, we generate trust.
> Relationships are critical.
> Invest in relationships and sponsorship.
Natasha Jackson, Director of Training and Education at Dragonfly Health (Enclara Pharmacia)
> Influence is moving people and ideas forward through relationships and shared values.
> Build credibility through consistency, transparency, and developing others.
By Ashlee Rose Perez-Gerrie, Vice Chair of Technology and Communication, PWH®
Cultural Inclusion and Diversity Committee, and
Manager, Marketing and Communications at Premier Inc.
> Ensure individual contributors’ efforts are recognized and credited, not lost in summary slides.
HIDA Elevates Two Long-Serving Executives to Senior Vice President Roles
The Health Industry Distributors Association (HIDA) is pleased to announce two key promotions in its leadership team that underscore the association’s commitment to strategic growth and member-value enhancement.
HIDA has promoted Julie Berry to Senior Vice President, Conferences & Education. In this role she will lead HIDA’s full portfolio of live and virtual events, along with all educational programming, furthering the association’s mission to support and connect healthcare distributors across the country.
Berry joined HIDA in 2016 and brings more than 20 years of professional experience spanning associations, healthcare, and the transportation industry. Her leadership in event strategy, member engagement, and innovative educational programming has been cited by HIDA as instrumental in delivering value to members, partners, and the broader healthcare distribution community.
Kelley Taft, Senior Vice President, Membership
By Wyeth Ruthven, Director, Congressional and Public Relations at HIDA
Simultaneously, HIDA is delighted to announce the promotion of Kelley Taft to Senior Vice President, Membership, effective as of the date of release. In this capacity, Taft will lead HIDA’s membership development, retention, and engagement efforts, aligning membership strategy with the association’s long-term goals while working closely with HIDA’s leadership team and Board of Directors.
“Julie’s dedication to excellence and her vision for impactful events and education have helped position HIDA as a leader in healthcare distribution,” said Matthew J. Rowan, President and CEO of HIDA. “Her promotion is a testament to her outstanding contributions and our confidence in her continued leadership.”
Since joining HIDA in 2016, Taft has advanced the way the association engages with members and industry partners, building strong relationships across the healthcare supply chain and developing data-driven initiatives to make membership more strategic and connected to HIDA’s mission.
“Kelley understands our members and how to deliver value to them,” Rowan stated. “She has played a key role in advancing our membership strategy and aligning it with HIDA’s overall direction.”
These promotions reflect HIDA’s focus on strengthening its core functions—education, events, and member relationships— as the healthcare distribution sector continues to navigate evolving supply-chain dynamics and ever-growing demands. Together, Julie Berry and Kelley Taft now occupy pivotal roles in advancing the association’s strategic priorities and reinforcing its value proposition to members across the United States.
PWH ® EXECUTIVE BOARD, 2026
ASHLEIGH MCLAUGHLIN
PWH® Chair
IMCO, Inc.
Chief Financial Officer
ALLISON THERWHANGER
PWH® Past Chair and Treasurer
Innovia Medical
Vice President, Innovia Corporate Sales
NATALIE MARTIN
PWH® Chair Elect
NDC, Inc.
Senior Director, Supplier Management
LAURA RELINE
Secretary
NDC, Inc.
Vice President, Supplier Management
ASHLEY MILLER
Leadership Summit Committee Chair
Medline
Channel Distribution Manager
ERYN VERONESI
Marketing Committee Chair
NDC, Inc.
Business Development Manager, Marketing Sales & Service
MISSY SIMONS
Membership Committee Chair
Midmark
Corporate Account Executive
SHELLENE BAINES
Mentoring Committee Chair
McKesson
Director Business Process
JENNIFER O’REILLY
Corporate Partners Committee Chair
B. Braun Medical
Vice President, National Accounts
SABRINA SMITH
Cultural Inclusion & Diversity Committee Chair
ECRI
Associate Director, Downstream Marketing
JESSICA LUCIO
Professional Development Committee Chair
Vizient
Sr. Director, Business Learning
VICKY LYLE
Strategic Oversight Committee Chair
Coach Lyle, LLC
Founder and Coach
MEGAN QUEVEDO
Technology Committee Chair
Syneos Health
Manager, Commercial Quality Excellence
CATHY DENNING
PWH® Board Advisor
Vizient
STRATEGIC OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
Suzanne Lord, Strategic Oversight Chair
PWH ® ADVISORY BOARD, 2026
Senior Vice President, Sourcing Operations
JULEE PREFER
Sue Hulsmeyer, Vice Chair Organizational Leadership Development
From Martha Braxton, Vice Chair of Technology Initiatives, PWH Technology Committee and Project Delivery Manager at CME Corp.
Do one thing at a time and make it the “most meaningful thing.” Instead of trying to tackle everything on your holiday list at once, pause and ask: “What is the one thing today that will make the holiday feel most meaningful or enjoyable?” Do just that first. It could be:
> Writing one heartfelt card
> Planning one simple meal
> Buying one gift that truly matters
> Taking 10 minutes to enjoy lights, music, or quiet
> This reduces overwhelm and ensures you’re filling the season with the things that actually bring joy, not just tasks.
Enjoy Easy Almond Cookies and Get Wild with Charcuterie
From Rachel Bailey, Vice Chair of Education & Research, Special Projects, PWH CID Committee and Editor of PWH Connect Journal
Get yourself a box of Simple Mills
Almond Flour
Pancake & Waffle
Mix (original or gluten-free and protein added). For each cup of mix add to it 1 to 2 tablespoons of sugar, a ¼ cup of coconut oil, and 1 tablespoon chia seeds already soaked (thickened) in 3 tablespoons of water. Mix ingredients together. Shape dough into 1/2-inch-thick discs, the size of quarters. Place discs in a baking pan lined with one of those silicone baking mats. Then bake at 375º for 14 minutes. I mean, come on –too easy, somewhat healthy, and tasty!
Go wild with a charcuterie board, whether it’s just for you or a hungry horde! My nieces put together this masterpiece. Let it inspire you or email me for specifics of what’s on the board (rachel@penwancomm.com).
How to Make the Best Potato Latkes Recipe
From Jamie Terran Shelosky, Vice Chair Group & Situational Mentoring, PWH Mentoring Committee
This Latke Recipe has quickly become our family Latke Recipe! My friend is actually the recipe creator and blogger at Nomaste Hungry. nomastehungry.com/how-to-makethe-best-potato-latkes-recipe
DIY Gift Ideas—Hot Cocoa Jars and Peppermint Bark
From Katie Educate, Vice Chair Business Development, PWH Corporate Partner Committee and Senior Corporate Account Director, Healthcare at GOJO
Homemade Hot Cocoa Jars
> Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
> Sugar
> Powdered Milk
> Mini Chocolate Chips
> Mini Marshmallows
Layer in 32 oz glass mason jar and add a card that says, “Just add hot water and enjoy – wishing you warmth and wonder this holiday season.”
5-Ingredient Peppermint bark
1. 12 oz dark chocolate
2. 12 oz white chocolate
3. 1 tsp peppermint extract
4. 4-5 crushed candy canes
5. Sea salt (optional)
> Melt dark chocolate, spread on parchment paper and chill for 10 minutes.
> Melt white chocolate + peppermint extract, spread on top.
> Sprinkle candy cane & pinch of salt.
> Chill and then crack into shards.
PWH® NEW MEMBERS
*New Members Since August 25, 2025
Samantha Meyer Alatus Solutions
Makenzie Mizell AvMEDICAL
Mikayla Beatty B. Braun Medical
Kaylene Lamb Baxter Healthcare
Sanchia Patrick Be and Why, LLC
Kathie Russell CellEra LLC.
Maja Ignjic CME
Grace Perry CME
Kelsey Layfield Dragonfly Health
Melissa Musarra Drive Medical
Ashley Choi Drive Medical
Andrea Ribon Finesse Contracts
Fabiola Vivas VIVASFinesse Contracts
Danie Brown GHX
Hannah Winiker GHX
Sally Snead GHX
Regina Brillman HIDA
Shawna Manning Mckesson
Rachel DuBrueler McKesson
Nichole Shafer Midmark Corporation
Bridget Huelskamp Midmark Corporation
How about a holiday cocktail? They are POTENT but festive!
From Jennifer O’Reilly, Chair PWH Corporate Partner Committee and Vice President – OPM Corporate Accounts at B. Braun Medical, Inc.
White Chocolate Eggnog Martini
For a pitcher (serves 8):
> 2C. eggnog
> 2C. white chocolate liqueur (Godiva preferred)
> 2C. vanilla vodka (like Stoli)
> 1C. grand Marnier or triple sec
> Freshly grate nutmeg over each individual glass
For a single serving:
> 2 oz (large side of the jigger) eggnog
> 2 oz white chocolate liqueur
> 2 oz vanilla vodka
> 1 oz (small side of the jigger) grand Marnier or triple sec
