Committees

Michigan Pharmacists Association (MPA) has several standing committees to assist with conducting the business of the Association and advancing pharmacy practice in Michigan. Joining one of these groups allows you to make an impact on your profession, while networking and collaborating with peers.

MPA is hosting a committee kickoff day Jan. 16, 2025, involving the committees listed below. Additional committee meetings throughout the year are scheduled by each individual group. Each committee is also assigned charges to accomplish throughout the year. Committee members are appointed to a one-year term (January-December).

If you are interested in participating in a committee, please fill out the online MPA Member Engagement Form.

Click on the sections below to learn more about each of the Committees.

Committee Purpose 

The MPA Professional Affairs Committee works jointly with MPA staff to evaluate professional issues and serve as a resource on issues that impact the profession, while providing a means of engagement for members interested in professional affairs. The committee also supports the development of educational resources that meet the needs of MPA members, while providing a means of engagement for members interested in education and training. In addition, committee members manage the annual NASPA-NMA Student Pharmacist Self-care Championship held during the annual convention; evaluate patient safety tools; and educate members on health information exchange and involvement in regional health information organizations. 

 Leadership & Composition 

This committee is made up of the MPA Staff Liaison and at least two representatives from each MPA practice section (SMPA, MSPT, CSPM, MSCP, and MSHP). Although an ideal committee size may range from 10 to 15 members, it is at the discretion of the MPA President how many total members are appointed/maintained throughout the year. Beyond the minimum practice section representation, it is also prudent for the MPA President to strive for diversity in practitioner type (e.g., new, independent, academic, long-term care, specialty, industry, etc.). Members are appointed by the MPA President to a one-year term in collaboration with the leadership of each practice section. Consideration for reappointment is dependent on interest expressed to MPA using its current volunteer form. Members who miss three consecutive meetings or more than 50% of scheduled meetings are subject to removal from the Committee. If any vacancies occur, it is the responsibility of the committee to report this to the MPA President so that he/she may appoint a member(s) to fill the vacancy/vacancies.

Committee Purpose 

The MPA Marketing Committee acts as a sounding board for marketing strategies and tools, develops and hones innovative ideas, and provides feedback on marketing activities as requested by the MPA Marketing and Communications team. Each committee member brings unique marketing experience and a wealth of knowledge to share.

Leadership & Composition

This committee is made up of the MPA staff liaison and at least two representatives from each MPA practice section (SMPA, MSPT, CSPM, MSCP, and MSHP) of whom one is appointed chair by the MPA President. Although an ideal committee size may range from 10 to 15 members, it is at the discretion of the MPA President how many total members are appointed/maintained throughout the year. Beyond the minimum practice section representation, it is also prudent for the MPA President to strive for diversity in practitioner type (e.g., new, independent, academic, long-term care, specialty, industry, etc.). Members are appointed by the MPA President to a one-year term in collaboration with the leadership of each practice section. Consideration for reappointment is dependent on interest expressed to MPA using its current volunteer form. Members who miss three consecutive meetings or more than 50% of scheduled meetings are subject to removal from the Committee. If any vacancies occur, it is the responsibility of the committee to report this to the MPA President so that he/she may appoint a member(s) to fill the vacancy/vacancies. The chair is responsible for setting the committee’s meeting schedule for the year and leading its meetings. The staff liaison is responsible for sending meeting invites, providing a meeting agenda, recording meeting minutes, and making meeting minutes available to the MPA EB and practice section Boards of Directors. The chair and liaison are jointly responsible for ensuring annual responsibilities and charges are fulfilled.

Annual Responsibilities

  1. Ensure activities/products of the Committee align with the MPA Mission & Strategic Plan.
  1. Identify a vice chair to serve as chair in the subsequent year (if needed) and in the absence of the chair in the current year.
  1. Participate in MPA’s Committee Day(s) and additional meetings of the Marketing Committee.
  1. Respond to requests referred to the Committee by the MPA EB and MPA practice section Boards of Directors.
  1. Consider and make recommendations regarding the House of Delegates resolution(s) referred to the Committee by the EB.
  1. Lend marketing expertise, engaging in conversations to help improve MPA’s marketing efforts.
  1. Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop innovative ways to market the benefits of MPA, including its products/services.
  1. Identify possible marketing opportunities for the association.
  1. Share best practices and lessons learned as relevant and appropriate.
  1. Provide feedback on marketing strategies and tools, including communications plans, materials, media strategy and social media.
  1. Share MPA promotional materials and messaging with members’ pharmacy networks.
  2. Submit the annual committee report to the MPA EB by Nov. 1, 2023.

Committee Purpose 

The MPA Marketing Committee acts as a sounding board for marketing strategies and tools, develops and hones innovative ideas, and provides feedback on marketing activities as requested by the MPA Marketing and Communications team. Each committee member brings unique marketing experience and a wealth of knowledge to share. The committee works to recruit and retain MPA members, increase public awareness of the pharmacist’s role in patient care and provide a means of engagement for members interested in developing tools for pharmacists and technicians to use in their campaigns to promote pharmacy.

Leadership & Composition

This committee is made up of the MPA staff liaison and at least two representatives from each MPA practice section (SMPA, MSPT, CSPM, MSCP, and MSHP) of whom one is appointed chair by the MPA President. Although an ideal committee size may range from 10 to 15 members, it is at the discretion of the MPA President how many total members are appointed/maintained throughout the year. Beyond the minimum practice section representation, it is also prudent for the MPA President to strive for diversity in practitioner type (e.g., new, independent, academic, long-term care, specialty, industry, etc.). Members are appointed by the MPA President to a one-year term in collaboration with the leadership of each practice section. Consideration for reappointment is dependent on interest expressed to MPA using its current volunteer form. Members who miss three consecutive meetings or more than 50% of scheduled meetings are subject to removal from the Committee. If any vacancies occur, it is the responsibility of the committee to report this to the MPA President so that he/she may appoint a member(s) to fill the vacancy/vacancies. The chair is responsible for setting the committee’s meeting schedule for the year and leading its meetings. The staff liaison is responsible for sending meeting invites, providing a meeting agenda, recording meeting minutes, and making meeting minutes available to the MPA EB and practice section Boards of Directors. The chair and liaison are jointly responsible for ensuring annual responsibilities and charges are fulfilled.

Committee Purpose 

A Local Association Development Committee (LADC), a joint committee of the House of Delegates, and the Executive Board is established to administer policies and to make recommendations to the House of Delegates and/or to the Executive Board as appropriate in regard to meeting mandatory and supplemental activity requirements.   

Leadership & Composition 

The Local Association Development Committee shall be composed of the Vice Speaker serving as Chairperson, and a minimum of six delegates with a maximum of one delegate from each active local association appointed by the Speaker.

View more information regarding MPA local associations.
The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Committee works to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, identity or lived experience, has equal access to opportunities and resources in the profession. By promoting inclusivity and advocating for equitable practices, the DEIB aims to build an environment where all voices are valued, barriers to success are dismantled and a sense of belonging thrives. Through education, collaboration and strategic initiatives, the DEIB is committed to advancing meaningful change and championing the principles of diversity and inclusion within MPA and the pharmacy community at large. It is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging within the field of pharmacy.