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?? As we wrap up American Pharmacists Month, let's take a moment to celebrate our #indispensable pharmacists! ?? They are medication experts, dedicated health care providers, and passionate advocates for patient care. Check out our eye-catching infographic showcasing their essential role in #CaringforOurCommunities! #APhM2024 #forpharmacy #PharmacistsMonth

I know I said I'd post this morning, but it's been such a whirlwind 24 hours ?? ?? Last night RxPost won top prize in Technology at the Women Founders Network 12th Annual Fast Pitch Event! What made the night particularly special, was being able to share my accomplishments with my mom (first investor) and twin sister (unpaid bookkeeper) Rachel Bagdon who were there in the audience. Yes, that is my mom's voice in the video, both surprised and proud ?? Congratulations to the winner in the CPG category Stefanie Garcia Turner at TUYYO and the winner of the Junior VC award Adele S. of AI-Learners sponsored by 33 Capital LLC Thank you to my amazing and wonderful pitch coach Dave Whelan who worked tirelessly with me to harness my story telling skills. The competition was extraordinary, with every founder delivering compelling pitches that showcased the incredible talent in our community. None of this would have been possible without the unwavering support and dedication of the entire WFN ecosystem - from our distinguished board and advisory members to our expert judges, pitch committee members, coaches, financial mentors, and due diligence analysts. Special thanks to The Price Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, UCLA Anderson School of Management for providing the perfect venue for this inspiring evening. What truly stands out is how everyone united to advance WFN's core mission: empowering women and girls through entrepreneurship and investment education. Through the annual Fast Pitch competition, they're opening doors to non-dilutive capital, increasing visibility, and providing invaluable mentorship for female founders. Their Next Generation Investors program continues to inspire and educate the future generation of women investors and entrepreneurs at both high school and college levels. I have so much appreciation for all the Junior VCs and all their thoughtful questions they had for each founder. I encourage everyone to reach out and learn more about all the finalists: Teisha Vandekop at Well Water Finders? Mika Leah at Goomi Group Anna Vladymyrska at AIMerch Val Emanuel at Rif care Karin Lin, CRCM, CAMS at Unisoy Plant Based Jerky Jessica Postiglione at Bonny Big thanks for my big check goes to Kate Phelan Lowen at U.S. Bank! Special thanks to all the following folks who contributed their time and expertise: Anna Consani Stacey Feinberg Olivia Goodkin Elaine Hagan Renee LaBran Laurel Mintz Mary Mullenhoff Anne Plechner Cary Rubinstein Mimi Carter Shanita Nicholas I couldn't possibly fit everyone on here (blame LinkedIn), but thank you to those who missed other events (or the Dodgers game) to come and support me Nuzi Barkatally Jane Lim Jessie Ma (the dance girl). And lastly, for all the ongoing support from another amazing Founder, who couldn't attend to see me win in-person, but continues to play such an important role in my success, Jason Vego. #femalefounder #entrepreneur #pharmtech #butalsopharmtech

?? Looking for a standout event during #LATechWeek? Well, by my last estimate there were over 400 events on that calendar so here's one I plan on attending, happy to share with my fellow founders ?? Kamp, renowned for their impactful founder & investor events worldwide, is bringing their magic to Los Angeles on October 14th with Founder House LA. What to expect: ??Insightful panel discussions ??Poolside networking ??Live DJ ??Open bar Dread networking? Everyone does, but you only get better with practice and it's better for that practice to be fun! The speaker lineup is ??: Naseem Sayani (she/her) - VC @ Emmeline Ventures - if you don't know Naseem, she is absolutely amazing! Jason Alvarez-Cohen - CEO @ Popl Saba Karim - CEO @ Favs Bunim Laskin - Founder @ Swimply Spencer Rascoff - VC @ 75 & Sunny (+ co-founder of Zillow) John Driscoll - CEO @ Naked. Madelin Williams - VP @ Silicon Valley Bank Steven Dunst - Startup/VC Partner @ Cooley LLP Colton Cray - VC @ Litquidity Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and enjoy. Grab your tickets now: https://lnkd.in/gwjNtJbz Who else is planning to a pool day in this heat wave? Don't be shy, drop a comment and let's connect! #LATechWeek #FounderHouseLA #Networking #StartupLife #VC #LongLA

Exciting news, everyone! ?? Feeling incredibly honored to have RxPost mentioned by the lovely Miki Reynolds as an example of the innovative startups being supported by Slauson & Co. ??? It's fantastic to hear about their plans to provide even more support for their next cohort and shows they are willing to go the distance to see their companies succeed. More capital and resources? That's just what the doctor ordered for growing businesses! ?????? There is tremendous value in being a founder with so much lived experience, and it is truly great to have the Slauson team supporting our delusional pragmatism. They're not just investors, it really feels like they're our Friends and Family helping to prescribe good vibes all around. Check out the full podcast with Rob Ryan here and stay tuned for even more exciting news SOON! https://lnkd.in/g4Nif-9j #community #pharmacy #entreprenuerialthinkers #friendsandfamily #startupjourney #innovation

People often ask me about where I think the pharmacy industry is going. Just this week, it came up during RxPost pitch practice for Women Founders Network and Pegasus Angel Accelerator. I forget that not everyone's Google news feed and Gmail inbox is constantly flooded with exciting policy updates for our profession, demonstrating our ongoing fight for common sense "test-to-treat" legislation in the state, and nationwide. With expanded prescribing authority and insurance coverage, pharmacists are becoming a crucial "front door" to healthcare. This shift promises to: ?? Improve access to care, especially in underserved areas ???? Relieve pressure on primary care providers ?? Enable better chronic disease management While I do think there is some reputational damage to repair, as pharmacists are viewed as under-resourced overworked, I'm hopeful that the recent memory of pharmacists and technicians stepping up as frontline heroes to provide 2/3 of all COVID-19 vaccines during the height of the pandemic lays the foundation for patients to see pharmacy professionals in a new light. #HealthcareInnovation #Pharmacy #CommunityHealth #Forbes

Founders interviewing founders ?? Now that I officially kicked off my raise, it's only natural to think about the progress I've made since my first introduction into the 'startup scene' at LA Tech Week last year. I think a lot about the advice I've received from so many amazing founders who have come before me, and how I've been able to pass the advice on to the new incoming class. And while it is often difficult to discern between relevant vs irrelevant advice, you only get better at filtering through what's applicable to you and your company, at your stage, through the sheer volume of meaningful connections you make. We have so much opportunity here in Los Angeles, and the other major startup hubs, to learn from each other. I'm so grateful to have found such a caring and knowledgeable community of marketplace experts to help guide me through the process. It's so amazing to see the growth of the community! Excited to see everyone at the upcoming #LATechWeek event. It's limited spaces so sorry if I don't get a chance to see you there! Everything Marketplaces hosts regular in-person meetups in different cities so be sure to make it out to the next one :) https://lnkd.in/gDCm8Hgd #startups #longLA #femalefounders

?? Thrilled to share exciting news from the California Pharmacists Association House of Delegates Forum! ??? I'm honored to announce that I have been elected as an APhA Delegate alongside the esteemed Jennifer Courtney PharmD., BCACP, FCPhA. This opportunity to represent our California pharmacy community at the national level is both humbling and exciting! Our election was part of a weekend filled with unity and progress, as approximately 100 delegates came together to shape the future of pharmacy in California. We achieved an impressive 80-100% consensus on all policy topics brought forth – a true testament to the dedication and collaborative spirit of our pharmacy community. ?? Congratulations also to our other newly elected leaders: Laressa Bethishou, Pharm.D, APh, BCPS: Speaker-Elect La Kesha Farmer, Sherri Cherman, and Jack Vasoya: NCPA Delegates The commitment of all these leaders to advancing our profession is truly inspiring. We look forward to the positive impact we'll make in our new roles! And a very special thanks to previous Speaker and Speaker-Elect Mark DeWoskin and Noelle Jasmin Lee! This level of agreement and engagement demonstrates the strength of our association and our shared vision for the future of pharmacy practice in California. Together, we're paving the way for innovative healthcare solutions and improved patient outcomes. I'm incredibly proud to be part of such a dynamic and forward-thinking community of pharmacists! ???? #CaliforniaPharmacists #CPhA #PharmacyLeadership #HealthcareInnovation #APhADelegate

As a founder, the journey often feels like a rollercoaster, but the support I've received from this incredible community has made such a huge impact on my progress. The group chats, AMAs with founders from the largest and most successful tech companies, and the personalized and curated virtual events around fundraising have been game-changers. I particularly appreciate the events designed specifically for female founders—these have been invaluable in navigating the unique challenges we face. If you're passionate or even just curious about marketplaces, I highly encourage you to join the next private in-person event. Just a heads-up that registration doesn't guarantee approval, so make sure to register early: https://lnkd.in/gxNKh7rH Huge thanks to Mike Williams and Everything Marketplaces for fostering such a vibrant and supportive marketplace community here in LA. If I personally send you a DM about the event, it's because I believe you'll get value out of the group just as I have. If I didn't DM you, it's because I know you'll already be there ?? #LongLA #LAStartups #FounderSupport #WomenInTech #StartupLife #Entrepreneurship #Fundraising #FemaleFounders #Marketplaces