The goal of this Award is to honor an Association member for outstanding and lasting contributions to the profession that will endure for a long period of time.
The following criteria shall be considered in determining the winner:
- Involvement in Association activities
- Leadership
- Courage
- Creativity and Innovation
*The ballot is password-protected – you can find the Password in the “2025 VPhA Outstanding Pharmacist Candidates and Ballot” Email. The password is caps and space sensitive, enter it in exactly as shown.
The 2025 ballot will remain open for member-only voting until EOD Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
2025 Candidates
View Tana N. Kaefer’s CV/Resume
Bio: Dr. Kaefer’s passion for pharmacy began in childhood, inspired by her father, an independent pharmacist in their rural community. Her early exposure to the profession, from dressing as a pharmacist for career day to witnessing firsthand the impact of personalized care, shaped her career path. After earning her Pharm.D. from VCU School of Pharmacy in 2004, she completed a Community-Based Practice Residency at Bremo Pharmacy, where she now serves as the Director of Clinical Services. At Bremo, she leads innovative patient care initiatives, mentors pharmacy students, and helps expand clinical services, including immunizations and public health collaborations.
Beyond her role at Bremo, Dr. Kaefer is deeply involved in advancing the profession through leadership and advocacy. She serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at VCU School of Pharmacy, mentors pharmacy residents, and has held leadership positions with the Richmond Pharmacists Association, Virginia Pharmacy Association, and CPESN VA. Her efforts in securing grants, negotiating contracts, and expanding pharmacy services have been instrumental in generating revenue and improving patient care. Recognized for her contributions, she has received multiple awards for innovation and leadership in community-based pharmacy. Dr. Kaefer lives in Ashland, Virginia, with her husband and son, and remains dedicated to expanding pharmacists’ roles in healthcare.
Nomination Letters & Highlights: CLICK TO VIEW & READ BOTH LETTERS
Dr. Catherine Cary: “…Her leadership skills shine through as she empowers our pharmacists to take on clinical responsibilities. For example, during COVID 19 she led our team in partnering with the Virginia Health Department to administer COVID vaccine in the Richmond Area. As a preceptor and the director for the VCU Community Pharmacy Residency program at Bremo, Tana has mentored countless young pharmacists to go out and make a difference in advancing community pharmacy…”
Dr. Leah B. Argie: “…I was her first pharmacy resident when she took over the position of residency director of the Bremo site of the VCU Community Pharmacy Residency Program (CPRP). Year after year she continues to be a popular preceptor with student pharmacists, and her engagement never seems to wane. She is an excellent educator. She also encourages her students, residents, and peers to be involved with VPhA and national associations…Tana demonstrates courage by her willingness to participate in so many leadership roles across the profession. She rarely says “no” when she is needed. Tana is supportive of the pharmacy profession in Virginia even when it spreads her thin. In recent years has been an active CPESN member and Luminary in addition to serving on VPhA Committees. She freely shares her work and volunteers time to help advance pharmacy in Virginia, especially helping others implement clinical services. Tana is not afraid of a challenge…”
View Cindy Warriner’s CV/Resume
Bio: Cindy Warriner has been a licensed Virginia pharmacist for over 38 years, earning her BS in Pharmacy from the Medical College of Virginia (VCU) in 1986 after completing a Biology degree at James Madison University. With a diverse career spanning independent community practice, chain pharmacy, and consulting, she now serves as a pharmacist consultant for VHQC, a QIN-QIO organization focused on quality improvement. Throughout her career, she has held numerous leadership positions, including serving as President of the Virginia Pharmacists Association and as a key developer of the Entrepreneur Pharmacy elective. She has also mentored many pharmacy students and co-facilitated the Virginia CPESN network, advocating for sustainable pharmacy practices and team-based chronic disease management.
A dedicated advocate for pharmacy legislation, Cindy played a pivotal role in the passage of key Virginia laws, including the Pharmacy Immunization Bill, Collaborative Practice Act, and Pharmacists’ designation as healthcare providers. Appointed to the Virginia Board of Pharmacy in 2012 and later to the State Board of Health in 2024, she continues to influence healthcare policy. A certified immunizer since 1999 and a Certified Diabetes Educator, she has been a champion for expanding pharmacists’ roles in patient care. Recognized with numerous state and national awards, Cindy remains committed to advancing the profession and improving healthcare access for Virginians. Dr. Warriner is a previous winner of the Outstanding Pharmacist Award in 2019.
Nomination Letters & Highlights: CLICK TO VIEW & READ BOTH LETTERS
Dr. Anna Peoples: “…As a dedicated member of our profession, Dr. Warriner has made outstanding and lasting contributions that have not only shaped our field but continue to inspire colleagues and the next generation of pharmacists.
Dr. Warriner exemplifies true leadership within the pharmacy profession. Through her work in “The Save The Pharmacy Act” initiative, she demonstrated a commitment to advancing patient care, improving medication safety, and advocating for the professional growth of pharmacists. Her ability to lead with integrity and vision has had a profound impact on both her peers and the communities she serves…”
Dr. Carly Moses:”…a dedicated leader in the pharmacy profession, Dr. Warriner has made an indelible impact through her commitment to advancing patient care, mentoring fellow pharmacists, and advocating for the profession at both the state and national levels.
Dr. Warriner’s leadership is evident in her tireless work to expand pharmacy services, enhance medication management programs, and promote innovative healthcare solutions. Her ability to inspire and guide colleagues while fostering a culture of excellence is a testament to her passion and dedication…”