Alumni Board
The leadership of our Pharmacy Alumni Association board of directors is here to help navigate through that journey and it gives me profound pleasure to introduce the newest members of the board. Each brings a track record of commitment to pharmacy, giving their time to the School as preceptors. Join me in congratulating them by posting a message on our social media channels.
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Richard Dziallo, PharmD '18
Richard is currently a Pharmacy Manager with the Walmart Community Pharmacy system. He is a passionate, outspoken, and industrious member of the retail pharmacy community who has leveraged his thoughtfulness and commitment to establish a reputation as a respected and trustworthy professional and leader.
With his insight into the interface between CU Pharmacy students and alumni, Richard endeavors to use his strategic understanding of the pharmacy profession's needs to successfully grow and meet the potential of the ever-changing profession.
With his insight into the interface between CU Pharmacy students and alumni, Richard endeavors to use his strategic understanding of the pharmacy profession's needs to successfully grow and meet the potential of the ever-changing profession.
Sarah Eubanks, PharmD '11
Sarah is a Clinical Pharmacy Practitioner specializing in geriatrics with the VA Western Colorado Healthcare System. She’s excited to be a part of developing opportunities for alumni and increasing the potential for networking within CU Pharmacy.
“I have the unique ability living in rural Colorado to help increase outreach to rural communities. My passion for pharmacy teaching can also influence the next generation,” Sarah says.
“I have the unique ability living in rural Colorado to help increase outreach to rural communities. My passion for pharmacy teaching can also influence the next generation,” Sarah says.
Norman Fenn, PharmD '14
Norm is the newest Clinical Assistant Professor at Manchester University College of Pharmacy and Natural Sciences. Grateful to CU Pharmacy since he was accepted into the PharmD program in 2008 via early decision, Norm endeavors to give back to the school that gave him a chance to pursue his lifelong dream.
“My passion for CU is matched only by my passion for pediatric pharmacy. I believe this is where I would best help the Alumni Board's success. I have built a considerable network and enjoy meeting CU alumni in all areas of practice and hearing their stories of personal and professional success.” Norm says.
“My passion for CU is matched only by my passion for pediatric pharmacy. I believe this is where I would best help the Alumni Board's success. I have built a considerable network and enjoy meeting CU alumni in all areas of practice and hearing their stories of personal and professional success.” Norm says.
Jennifer Friend, PharmD '03
Jennifer is the former director of pharmacy for the Colorado Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons and currently instructs at Aurora Public Schools’ Pickens Technical College Pharmacy Technician program. She hopes her unique experience will provide a useful and broad perspective to help alumni balancing their families and career goals with trying to make a positive difference for the future.
“I am passionate about improving the career field of pharmacy and feel like the best way to accomplish this goal is by working with the school to help shape future pharmacists,” says Jennifer.
“I am passionate about improving the career field of pharmacy and feel like the best way to accomplish this goal is by working with the school to help shape future pharmacists,” says Jennifer.
Deborah Gallegos, PharmD '10
Deborah (Debbie) became an Assistant Director of Experiential Programs for the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in May 2022. She was previously the Director of the Saint Elizabeth Hospital (Formerly: Colorado Plains Medical Center) in Fort Morgan, Colorado. As a clinical pharmacist and administrator with history directing pharmacy and lab departments, Debbie is interested in advancing pharmacy services and patient safety in rural settings. She has worked to achieve her BCPS and CPPS to advance her knowledge in working with the care teams in all departments.
“I believe my 12 years of pharmacy practice in a variety of settings can help contribute to the advancement of the profession in my personal interests of student development, preceptor development and overall camaraderie and interdisciplinary relationships to advance our profession and safe patient care,” Debbie states.
Bryan Killam, PharmD '06
President
Bryan is semi-retired, last working as a pharmacist with the University of Colorado, Anschutz Outpatient Pharmacy. His goal for serving on the board is to assist in community program participation.
“I feel it is imperative that our profession continue to advance an effective volunteer management system that supports the objective of engaging alumni in meaningful volunteer opportunities and serving as a source for alumni talent and resources for students, faculty, and staff,” Bryan expresses.
Andrew Maurer, PharmD '10
Nomination Committee Chair
Andrew presently holds the position of Pharmacy Operations Supervisor/Environment, Health, and Safety Lead Coordinator at the Ra-223 Nuclear Pharmacy for Cardinal Health. He hopes to draw from his networking and social strategy experience to engage alumni.
“My position as a nuclear pharmacist has allowed me to collaborate with many stakeholders and pharmacists across the United States, exposing me to many different perspectives and ways of thinking. I look forward to collaborating and connecting with fellow CU alumni,” Andrew says.
Paul Minne, PharmD '02
Paul has spent the last 20 years of his career in medical affairs within the bio-pharmaceutical industry. During his career, he has had substantial experience with all phases of drug development and six new product launches. Paul’s broad cross-functional experience extends into vendor contracting and budgeting, product resource support, team member mentoring and training, brand team planning, design and execution of Medical Science Liaison (MSL) goals and strategies, key performance indicator development, piloting and implementation of technology, and as a manager of MSL teams. He has earned a BS from Drake University and both a BS and Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, is a licensed pharmacist in Colorado, and stays involved with the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy as much as possible. He resides in Parker, Colorado with his wife, Kris. Paul has two adult children in college at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa (Roll Tide!) and enjoys traveling, attending sporting events, and is an active private pilot.
Wes Nuffer, PharmD '99
Wes has been a member of the alumni board since its inception. As faculty at the School of Pharmacy, Dr. Nuffer is in clinical practice at the University of Colorado Hospital in Endocrinology and provides diabetes care and management to both Type I and Type II patients with diabetes. Dr. Nuffer is interested in experiential teaching and learning, as well as diabetes care. His primary focus has been to establish and manage a network of pharmacy student-supported diabetes clinics in community pharmacies across the State of Colorado. He is part of a large interdisciplinary effort on campus to integrate students across multiple professions into work environments, focusing specifically in rural areas.
Harold Okocha, PharmD '12
Harold is a PharmD graduate from the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, and received his MBA from Arkansas State University. He received his CPM certification from the Institute of Supply Management (ISM).
Harold is involved in clinical pharmacology services. His experience as a community leader along with his national and international involvement in various pharmacy organizations provides him global exposure and an understanding of various cultures.
“With my multifaceted cultural experience and competency, as well as over 20 years of managerial experience in the business and pharmaceutical sectors, I believe that I can provide a specialized skill set and perspective to the board of directors. I bring a unique ability to understand individuals from various backgrounds and integrate various viewpoints toward a common outcome. I have mentored and empowered future professionals in the community and I hope to continue to have such a positive impact while serving on the Board of Directors” says Harold.
Amy Smendik, PharmD '20
Amy currently holds the position of Home Infusion Pharmacist with Mercy Health. Her professional background also includes experience in retail, acute skilled care hospital, long-term care, nursing home consultation, and specialty pharmacy.
“My diverse experience brings a unique perspective to how I apply my education from the University of Colorado to my patient’s health,” said Amy.
“My diverse experience brings a unique perspective to how I apply my education from the University of Colorado to my patient’s health,” said Amy.
Lokendra Upadhyay, PharmD '18
Past President (2021-22)
Lokendra has been committed to the University of Colorado since starting his undergraduate studies in 1986 working up to the completion of his PharmD in 2018. His specialties include healthcare and informatics. He is currently an Associate Director at Willis Towers Watson in Atlanta, Georgia.