Joshua Pirestani

Josh Pirestani is the Founder of Dispense Times, created to give independent pharmacy owners a stronger, more credible platform for industry insight, innovation, and advocacy.

With deep experience in pharmacy marketing, media, and community building, Josh launched Dispense Times to spotlight the voices, challenges, and successes of independent pharmacies nationwide.

His vision centers on strengthening the independent pharmacy ecosystem through education, transparency, and strategic storytelling that supports long-term sustainability and growth.

Kris Rhea

Kris Rhea, MBA serves as Contributing Editor, offering a business-focused perspective on pharmacy operations, growth strategy, and market positioning.

His contributions emphasize operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable models for independent pharmacy success.

Bruce Kneeland

Bruce Kneeland serves as Managing Editor, providing strategic editorial oversight focused on independent pharmacy, healthcare operations, and market trends.

He oversees content development, editorial standards, and contributor coordination to ensure timely, relevant, and high-quality insights across the pharmacy ecosystem.

Husam Hamoush

Hussam Hamoush, PharmD is a pharmacist with hands-on experience in community pharmacy operations, patient care, and medication management.

He brings a practical, business-minded perspective to pharmacy practice, with a focus on efficiency, compliance, and sustainable growth for independent pharmacies.

Dr. Hamoush leads the editorial vision of Dispense Times, ensuring content reflects the realities and priorities of today’s independent pharmacy leaders.

Darshan Kulkarni

Kris Rhea, MBA serves as Contributing Editor, offering a business-focused perspective on pharmacy operations, growth strategy, and market positioning.

His contributions emphasize operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable models for independent pharmacy success.

Todd Eury

Todd Eury serves as Pharmacy Media & Podcast Advisor, bringing extensive experience in pharmacy media, storytelling, and audience engagement.

As a co-founder of Pharmacy Podcast™, he helps strengthen Dispense Times’ connection to the broader pharmacy community through thought leadership and industry dialogue.

Bryan Green

Bryan Green, PharmD is an independent pharmacy owner in the state of Georgia with a specialized focus on sports, wellness, and performance-driven pharmacy services.

His expertise centers on integrating responsible wellness programs into community pharmacy practice while maintaining clinical integrity, regulatory awareness, and patient trust.

Arman Amiri

Arman Amiri serves as Industry Strategy & Business Development Advisor, bringing expertise in healthcare services, supplier relationships, and operational growth through his leadership at Salvatori-Scott Inc.

He provides insight into distribution dynamics, vendor partnerships, and scalable business strategies impacting independent pharmacies.

Leanne Haley-Brown

Leanne Haley-Brown, BS Pharm, RPh serves as Clinical Advisor with a focus on Pharmacy Care at Home and CPESN-based care models.

She provides guidance on innovative care delivery, chronic disease management, and expanding pharmacist-led services beyond the counter, ensuring content reflects evolving clinical practice and patient-centered outcomes.

Nandita Trivett

Dr. Nandita Trivett is a Business Development Solutionist with deep, hands-on experience across independent pharmacy, payer systems, managed care, hospital settings, and cash-based care models.

Her work focuses on turning ideas into execution, helping independent pharmacies and vendors cut through complexity with clear strategy, structure, and measurable outcomes.

Dr. Trivett brings a practical, implementation-driven approach to building sustainable revenue, stronger partnerships, and meaningful patient value.