The Positively Pharmacist Podcast
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Positively Pharmacist Podcast is a refreshing and uplifting podcast that celebrates the positive impact of independent pharmacists and pharmacy professionals across the country. Hosted by industry insiders, the show shares inspiring stories, innovative ideas, and real-world solutions that empower pharmacists to lead with purpose and passion. Each episode features engaging conversations with community leaders, healthcare changemakers, and pharmacy champions who are making a difference—both behind the counter and beyond. Whether you're a pharmacy owner, student, or supporter of independent healthcare, this podcast is your go-to source for encouragement, insight, and a dose of optimism in the world of pharmacy.
Your Hosts
Ben Coakley
Arica Collins
Arica Collins
Ben Coakley is a visionary leader and entrepreneur dedicated to helping individuals and organizations reach their potential. As an original founder of The Waypoint Company, Ben brings decades of experience in insurance, financial services, and business strategy—particularly within the independent pharmacy and healthcare industries.
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Ben Coakley is a visionary leader and entrepreneur dedicated to helping individuals and organizations reach their potential. As an original founder of The Waypoint Company, Ben brings decades of experience in insurance, financial services, and business strategy—particularly within the independent pharmacy and healthcare industries.
Known for his innovative thinking and commitment to mission-driven work, Ben has built a national reputation for creating solutions that fuel both individual growth and community impact. He is passionate about equipping business owners with the tools to grow revenue, protect assets, and plan for the future—whether through retirement solutions, insurance integration, or charitable giving strategies.
Ben’s leadership is rooted in authenticity, purpose, and results. Through Waypoint, he continues to guide professionals across the country toward meaningful success, one strategic decision at a time.
Arica Collins
Arica Collins
Arica Collins
Arica Collins, PharmD, is a pharmacist, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for independent pharmacy sustainability. In 2008, she acquired a community pharmacy in Kentucky, originally established in 1916. Her firsthand experience with the operational and financial challenges of independent pharmacy ownership inspired her to develop inno
Arica Collins, PharmD, is a pharmacist, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for independent pharmacy sustainability. In 2008, she acquired a community pharmacy in Kentucky, originally established in 1916. Her firsthand experience with the operational and financial challenges of independent pharmacy ownership inspired her to develop innovative solutions.
In 2021, Dr. Collins founded Retailmymeds, a software-based program designed to help
pharmacies avoid losses on prescriptions by coordinating mail-order fulfillment while
maintaining local patient relationships. This platform empowers independent pharmacies to
improve profitability and cash flow without sacrificing patient care.
A proud graduate of Purdue University School of Pharmacy, Dr. Collins brings both business
acumen and a deep understanding of pharmacy operations to the evolving pharmacy landscape.
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