About Us

Sports Pharmacy Network, Est. 2023

Mission

To provide an interdisciplinary platform of applied science and clinical knowledge to optimize the health and performance of athletes and protect clean sports.

The Sports Pharmacy Network is dedicated to caring for and supporting athletes across all sports and skill levels. Our mission is to empower all members of the athlete healthcare team to provide comprehensive and individualized approaches to optimizing athletes’ health, performance, and overall well-being. We are committed to curating the highest quality evidence based resources for lifelong learning and fostering meaningful relationships between passionate athlete team members.

Vision

Deliver innovation and collaboration with athlete team members to make every athlete perform at their best.

At the Sports Pharmacy Network, we envision a future where athletes of all levels and disciplines can access the highest standard of care tailored to their unique performance and wellness needs. Our vision is to be the leading clinical experts of sports pharmacy in the nation, setting the standards in the pursuit of athletic excellence, health, and integrity.

Meet Our Executive Board

Our Board is made up passionate healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing sports pharmacy.
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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Dr. Brandon Welch

Clinical Sports Pharmacist
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Chief Health Officer (CHO)Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl

Clinical Sports Pharmacist
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Chief of Operations (COO)Dr. Kristal Potter

Assistant Professor
USAFR Pharmacist
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Chief Science Officer (CSO)Sean Casey

Registered Dietitian and Physical Prep Coach

Meet the Rest of Our Team

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Director of ResearchDr. Kaleigh Steelman

Independent Community Pharmacist
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Director of Digital EngagementDr. Kelly Tran

Associate Neuroscience Account Manager
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Director of Clinical EducationDr. Alexis Shook

Clinical Pharmacist
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Director of International RelationsNilhan Uzman

IOC Certified Sports Pharmacist
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Membership Services CoordinatorCassie Thornburg

PharmD Candidate, 2026
Butler University
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Marketing ManagerJessie Tobin

Communications Specialist

Meet Our Advisory Board

Our Advisory Board is made up of experts across the multidisciplinary athlete health care team.
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Strategic AdvisorRobert Nickell, RPh

CEO and Founder of SportPharm
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Interdisciplinary LiaisonKorey Van Wyk MS, CSCS, Pn2

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Advocacy RepresentativeAngela S. Garcia, PharmD, MPH, CPh

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Athlete RepresentativeSophia Vitas

Professional Rower
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Athletic Trainer RepresetativePradeep Vanguri, PhD, LAT, ATC

Professor, Health and Human Performance
Nova Southeastern University
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Sports Medicine Physician RepresentativeKelly Waicus, MD, CAQSM

Team Physician
University of North Carolina
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Athlete RepresentativeMandy Marquardt

Professional Track Sprint Cyclist
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Physical Therapy RepresentativeTaylor Reid

Director at Scriptly
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The Strategic Plan

A comprehensive strategic plan outlining our goals for 2025.

The Sports Pharmacy Network (SPN) Strategic Plan 2025 focuses on four key areas: Outreach, Partnerships, Advocacy, and Education. SPN aims to broaden its outreach to healthcare professionals, particularly in sports medicine, by enhancing social media presence and member engagement, as well as fostering student involvement through mentorship and chapters at colleges of pharmacy.

The plan emphasizes building strategic partnerships with organizations and strengthening ties with local healthcare providers through education and collaborative care models. SPN also seeks to expand its educational offerings, including its magazine, podcast, blog, and online courses, ensuring these resources are evidence-based and accessible to the healthcare community. The overarching mission is to optimize athlete health and performance while promoting clean sports, with a vision to be the leading experts in sports pharmacy across the nation.

Our Trusted Partners

gamerx
SportPharm
fmg
metagenics
klean athlete
Wellara
NASM
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Our vision for building this sports pharmacy entity is to create more opportunities for pharmacists that are interested in the sports medicine and wellness space. We can add more value to the healthcare team by integrating sports wellness pharmacists to help improve our patient-athlete outcomes.
Dr. Brandon Welch
Sports Pharmacy Network, President
Our vision for building this sports pharmacy entity is to create more opportunities for pharmacists that are interested in the sports medicine and wellness space. We can add more value to the healthcare team by integrating sports wellness pharmacists to help improve our patient-athlete outcomes.
Dr. Brandon Welch
President, Sports Pharmacist Network
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