Advancing the future
of compounding
OUR MISSION
RISE exists to advance compounding pharmacy by creating access to education and funding research in personalized medicine.
Our vision is to revolutionize healthcare by expanding access to compounding education and driving breakthroughs in personalized medicine through research—ensuring that every patient’s individuality is not only respected, but celebrated.
RISE Institute for Compounding exists to strengthen the future of pharmacy compounding through research, innovation, science, and education. Each of our pillars reflects a core commitment to building access, advancing knowledge, and supporting people who are shaping the field.
Research
We invest in studies that advance the safety, effectiveness, and accessibility of compounded medications. By funding innovative research, we help accelerate new discoveries and ensure that patients benefit from evidence-based solutions.
Innovation
RISE supports forward-thinking projects that bring new ideas in compounding to life. From improving practice to developing tools that streamline patient care, we invest in resources that encourage creativity and practical problem-solving.
Science
Our organization is rooted in science. By promoting rigorous inquiry and supporting the translation of findings into practice, RISE strengthens the knowledge base that sustains compounding as a vital part of modern healthcare.
Education
Through scholarships and training opportunities, we expand access to compounding education, building the next generation of professionals who will uphold excellence, serve patients, and carry compounding forward.
Board Members
Our board members are champions of innovation and education in compounding, providing the leadership and perspective that make our work possible.
Board Officers
President
Lizzie Harbin
Precision Health Holdings
President-Elect
Rebecca Armstrong
Community Volunteer
Treasurer
Manfredo Thibau
Precision Health Holdings
Secretary and Legal Counsel
Ken Barrow
Precision Health Holdings
Executive Director
Bindhu Batra, PharmD
PCCA
Board Members
Daniel Banov, RPh, MS
PCCA
Steve Hoffart, PharmD
Magnolia Pharmacy
Dawn Ipsen, PharmD
Kusler’s Compounding Pharmacy and Clark’s Compounding Pharmacy
Samuel Poloyac, PharmD, PhD
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy
Jim Smith
Precision Health Holdings
Bryan Sparks
Community Volunteer
David Sparks, RPh
Precision Health Holdings
Trey Tietz, PharmD, MHA
Cleveland Clinic
Ericha Williams
Patient Advocate
Inaugural Donors
With deep gratitude, we celebrate and thank our inaugural donors. Their generosity and vision made them the first champions of RISE, building a foundation that drives our mission and future impact.
| Navid Amini |
| Rebecca and Chick Armstrong |
| Daniel Banov, RPh, MS |
| Kenneth S. Barrow, JD |
| Libby Batley |
| Bindhu Batra, PharmD |
| Lisa Beam, PharmD |
| Samantha Beard, PharmD |
| Nichole Benton |
| Ashley Berthelot |
| Michelle Biggs |
| Mark Binkley, DPh |
| Bruce Biundo |
| Ben Blanchard |
| Kevin Borg, PharmD, FIACP, FACA |
| Jeffery Bray |
| John Brooklere |
| Melinda Browning |
| Jennifer Burch, PharmD |
| Kim Burkes, RPh |
| Russell Campbell |
| Marie Cottman |
| Robyn Crow |
| Dawn Daniels |
| Mary Ann Davis |
| Eddie DeCaria |
| Ann and David Dowler |
| Morgan Emahiser |
| Kristi Embrey, PharmD |
| Marcio Esteves |
| Jason Evans, PharmD |
| Dana Gordon, PharmD |
| Jay Greco |
| Lizzie Harbin |
| Beverly Hawkins |
| Steve Helm |
| Cyndi Hicks |
| Stacy Hightower |
| Steven C. Hoffart, PharmD |
| Sara Hover |
| Jim Hrncir |
| Dawn Ipsen |
| Ginny Isbell |
| Dean Jolley |
| Micheal Jones |
| Meredith Kelderhouse, PharmD |
| Cynthia Kuna |
| Martha Mannarino |
| Creighton Maynard |
| Svetislav Milic |
| Joseph Navarra, RPh, FACA, FAPC |
| Adeyemi Omilana, RPh |
| Gabrielle Pack, PharmD |
| Megan Pasookhush, PharmD |
| Gopesh Patel, RPh |
| Jan Pattillo |
| Madison Peach-Keen |
| Steph and Jim Perry |
| Jay Phipps, PharmD |
| Samantha Pitzarella |
| Suki Pramar, PhD |
| Renee Prescott, PharmD |
| Deborah Prosek |
| Ernie Rapp |
| Kingdom Investment Holdings LLC |
| Nicholas Rich, PharmD |
| Adrianna Rodriguez |
| Jim Smith |
| L. David Sparks, RPh |
| Mollie and Bryan Sparks |
| Angela Svoboda, PharmD, FAPC |
| Heidi Tanner |
| Koby Taylor, PharmD |
| Mark Taylor |
| Manfredo Thibau |
| Nicola Trevis |
| Terry and David Vasenden |
| Eric Vidrine, PD, FIACP, FACA |
| Rayelle Walters, PharmD |
| Forrest Westley, PharmD |
| Ericha Williams |
| Terry Wingo |
OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH PCCA
Championing Innovation in Compounding
RISE Institute for Compounding was founded with the support of leaders from Professional Compounding Centers of America (PCCA), whose commitment to innovation and education inspired the creation of an independent nonprofit focused on strengthening the future of compounding pharmacy.
While RISE is an autonomous 501(c)(3) public charity, PCCA has been instrumental in our launch — providing expertise, training resources, and early partnership support. PCCA remains a vital collaborator, but RISE’s mission extends across the entire compounding community. We now invite universities, corporations, practitioners, foundations, and donors everywhere to join us in building the future of compounding. Every contribution of time, talent, and resources fuels education, strengthens workforce development, and accelerates research — creating lasting impact for patients, families, and communities nationwide.