NCPA Willard B. Simmons Independent Pharmacist of the Year Award

The NCPA Willard B. Simmons Independent Pharmacist of the Year Award recognizes an independent pharmacist for exceptional leadership and commitment to independent pharmacy and the community.

The winner of the award will receive an engraved commemorative plaque, a $1,000 cash award, a $1,000 contribution to the school/college of pharmacy of their choice, and travel expenses to NCPA’s Annual Convention, including coach airfare, up to three nights accommodations, and complimentary registration for the recipient and a guest.

Candidates for the NCPA Willard B. Simmons Independent Pharmacist of the Year Award must be an NCPA member and an owner or manager of an independent pharmacy. Self-nominations are acceptable.

The award bears the name of Willard B. Simmons of Chicago, Illinois, a long-time NCPA Foundation board member and retired NCPA executive secretary who exemplified outstanding leadership and commitment to independent pharmacy during his long career.

ALL NOMINATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY July 15, 2026