"You either get into politics or you get out of pharmacy." - These are the words that changed everything for Darryle Tillman, who went from reading about Pharmacy in the career section of a newspaper, to becoming the president-elect of his state's most powerful pharmacy organization. In this no-holds-back interview, he unpacks 25+ years of pharmacy experience and exposes the uncomfortable truth about why pharmacists are losing ground in the healthcare profession. In this episode you'll learn why standing up for pharmacy matters now more than ever. We also get into how your ~$200 investment into your state association membership is worth over $5,000 in value, how to go from zero advocacy experience to state leadership in just a few years, and the 30-second action that protects your six-figure salary. Darryle is sounding the alarm to every pharmacist nationwide, warning us whats at stake if we fail to take action. This isn't just about advocacy - it's about survival.

As experts in medicine and health, pharmacists are uniquely positioned to inform and shape policy decisions that impact our basic rights to practice, including our autonomy. By bridging the gap between practice and policy, pharmacists can become agents of positive change, driving progress in patient care and access to healthcare through evidence-based practices. Whether you're a pharmacist looking to make a greater impact or simply interested in the intersection of pharmacy and policy, this video is for you.

🔑 Key topics in this episode of Pharmacy Pathways:

• Why state-level advocacy matters more than national organizations for your daily practice
• The 30-second action that protects your six-figure salary and the future of pharmacy
• The leadership pipeline strategy: from student to industry leader in 5 years
• Why your professional license demands political engagement
• Specific examples of how pharmacy advocacy improved career autonomy and patient healthcare access