Karl Kipke
Founder / Chief Executive Officer
Karl Kipke has over 30 years of experience in investment banking, asset management and venture capital. He has played key-operating roles in numerous companies in an array of industries where he was involved in all facets of company development from start-ups to mature businesses. Karl Kipke has been instrumental in establishing, funding, scaling and selling successful businesses by leveraging his financial expertise and keen strategic vision. The first 11-years of his career was spent working with Wall Street luminaries at Morgan Stanley and Bear Stearns. From 1994 – 1999, he managed a large family-office where he distinguished himself as an active investor in public securities. His extensive operating experience and successes span several industries, including financial services, pet food, healthcare and consumer electronics.
Senior Leadership
Christian Herrington
President
Christian Herrington has more than 30-years of sales, sales management and executive management experience with leading pharmacy wholesale distributors. He rose to prominence at Bindley Western running their Retail Sales Force and national accounts, then managed the transition and assimilation into Cardinal Health’s organization after its acquisition of the company. Chris Herrington then joined HD Smith as a senior executive and aided in its growth and success over the last 16 years, before its recent acquisition by AmerisourceBergen. Christian Herrington is a key opinion leader in the pharmacy space and possesses a unique understanding of the financial challenges and operating opportunities faced by independent pharmacy owners. He earned his BS in Pathobiology from the University of Connecticut.
David MacVane
Director of Sales - East
David MacVane has more than 30 years of sales and sales management experience, with 20 of those years spent at leading pharmaceutical wholesale distributors. He began his pharmacy career with Bindley Western as a territory manager in the New England marketplace. Dave MacVane transitioned to Cardinal Health’s acquired Bindley Western, and was promoted to major retail accounts in the New England region. Dave MacVane joined H.D. Smith in 2005 as a territory manager and spent 14 years with the company, most recently in the role of Director of Sales. Dave MacVane earned a BS in Business from the University of Maine.
Randy Clauson
Director of Sales - Central
Randy Clauson has more than 30 years of Credit Management experience in a variety of industries, having spent the last 13 years with Pharmaceutical Wholesale Distribution companies including Cardinal Health, H.D. Smith, and Amerisource Bergen. He managed the transition and assimilation of the F. Dohmen and Dik Drug acquisitions by Cardinal Health, then was hired to turn around the New York Metro Credit Department for H.D. Smith, before it was acquired by Amerisource Bergen. He understands the financial challenges faced by the Independent Retail Pharmacy owner, having worked with hundreds of customers to improve their operating efficiencies and increase profits. Randy Clauson holds a BS Degree in Finance from Mankato State University and achieved the Certified Credit Executive designation from the National Association of Credit Management (NACM) in 2014.
Mark Bernhardt
Director of Sales - West
Mark Bernhardt is a seasoned professional with a distinguished career of 42+ years at AmerisourceBergen Drug Company, where he excelled as a Director both within Sales and Managed Care, leaving an indelible mark on the community pharmacy landscape. His unwavering passion for the healthcare industry, coupled with his keen acumen for developing innovative solutions, has cemented his reputation as a true healthcare solutions expert. Mark’s educational background in communications and business, combined with his decades of experience, provided him with a solid foundation in pharmacy practices and pharmaceutical knowledge, enabling him to make informed decisions and contribute significantly to the industry's growth. Mark Bernhardt's exemplary career at AmerisourceBergen and his unwavering dedication to the advancement of community pharmacy have left an enduring legacy within the industry. His profound impact on healthcare solutions development and commitment to patient care have earned him the admiration and respect of colleagues, peers, and healthcare professionals alike.
Mary Jo Obbema, Esq.
Director of Compliance
Mary Jo Obbema is our in-house counsel and Director of Compliance. She became a licensed Texas attorney in July 2021. She is originally from Southern California with over 17 years of experience in legal matters related to finance, insurance and regulatory compliance. Before moving to Texas in June 2018, she spent 8 years in the California Workers’ Compensation industry where she honed her skills in legal writing and research, settlement negotiations and trial preparation. Ms. Obbema ran her own business for 5 years working with doctors, pharmacies and other small business healthcare entities to settle and negotiate their medical liens. She then switched sides and worked with insurance companies to settle medical liens and defend against fraudulent claims. Ms. Obbema has a BA from the University of Southern California in Political Science and a Juris Doctor from Whittier Law School.
Hiedi Pollicove
Vice President – Finance
Hiedi Pollicove comes to us from Central New Jersey. She spent the last 11 years in finance and business development leadership roles at CAES and most recently served as Controller of Pharmacy Development Services, LLC. Hiedi also spent almost 10 years in the retail and temporary staffing sector in tax and finance roles. Hiedi graduated with a BS in accounting from Muhlenberg College.
Ann Romero
Director of Data Analytics
Ann Romero has 8 years of experience in the field of data and statistical analysis. She is a cum laude graduate of Texas State University, holding a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Management. After attaining her BBA, Ann worked in a family-owned business in an administrative role where she oversaw the day-to-day operations of the office. She helped enhance the company’s value and profitability through sales, marketing, and customer service for 6 years.
