Pharmacy Daily | PAG Group celebrates turning one

THE Platform Alliance Group (PAG) celebrates its first birthday by recognising the significant contribution of its member pharmacies, colleagues, and the business itself.

PAG was established in Mar last year with a merger of Pharmacy Platform and Pharmacy Alliance and now has 1,100 member pharmacies, bringing together support brands Chemist Discount Centre, Alliance Pharmacy, Advantage Pharmacy, Pharmacy Catalyst, instigo, and technology brands Buy-It-Right and Know-It-All.

PAG added that developing people, culture and capability is its top priority so pharmacy owners can navigate significant ongoing change and operating pressures.

CEO Dave Fenlon said, PAG was set up to protect the interests of pharmacists and drive growth.

"We have 160 talented team members who are incredibly committed to supporting and inspiring their colleagues and member pharmacies every day."

Abbi Wilkes, Marketing Specialist for Alliance Pharmacy, and winner of PAG's prestigious Extra Mile award, said: "It's been a truly rewarding year and a fantastic experience...top of mind for me is helping our pharmacies communicate that they can help every Australian look after health in an affordable way".

Graeme Bryce, National Procurement Manager, and winner of the Working Together award, said: "It's been amazing to be part of such a big transformation at PAG.

"My role is to help our pharmacies manage the cost of doing business, but it takes fantastic teamwork to do so."

Ann-Maree Chadwick, Chief People and Culture Officer, said: "I'm so pleased to mark our first birthday by recognising six outstanding team members for their contributions to creating a positive team culture and delivering outstanding service."

Pictured L-R: Dave Fenlon with PAG Genius Award Winners, Maree Mitcham, Nikitha Perera, Abbi Wilkes, Graeme Bryce, Lily Do, Shannon Kerr and Ann-Maree Chadwick.