HDA Research Foundation Announces 2026 Karen J. Ribler Supply Chain Scholars
November 09, 2026The HDA Research Foundation today announced four recipients of the 2026 Karen J. Ribler Scholarship, recognizing pharmaceutical supply chain professionals committed to continuing their education and professional development opportunities.
Now in its eighth year, the annual scholarship supports employees of HDA-member distributor and manufacturer companies pursuing education at any degree level or seeking professional certification. Named in honor of the Foundation's former Chief Operating Officer, Karen J. Ribler, the program reflects the organization’s ongoing commitment to advancing education, fostering leadership and supporting professional growth across the healthcare supply chain.
"The HDA Research Foundation is proud to recognize this year's Karen J. Ribler Scholarship recipients and their dedication to continued learning and professional growth," said Perry Fri, president of the HDA Research Foundation. "Investing in the education and development of these talented professionals helps strengthen the future of our industry and the pharmaceutical supply chain's ability to serve patients."
The 2026 Karen J. Ribler Supply Chain Scholars are:
- Alexander Miller, Hikma Pharmaceuticals
Master of Business Administration, University of North Dakota - John Ragsdale, Pharmsource LLC
Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Southern New Hampshire University - Christopher Pierre, Johnson & Johnson
Master of Business Administration, Rutgers University - Priyanka Vinayagam, Lupin Pharmaceuticals
Doctor of Business Administration, Belhaven University
The next scholarship application period will open in March 2027. For more information about the program, visit HDA's website.
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) represents primary pharmaceutical distributors — the vital link between the nation’s pharmaceutical manufacturers and pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics and others nationwide. Since 1876, HDA has helped members navigate regulations and innovations to get the right medicines to the right patients at the right time, safely and efficiently. The HDA Research Foundation, HDA’s nonprofit charitable foundation, serves the healthcare industry by providing research and education focused on priority healthcare supply chain issues.
ABOUT THE HDA RESEARCH FOUNDATION
The HDA Research Foundation is the 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization of the Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA). The Foundation serves as the thought leader in driving research, education and discussion for all healthcare supply chain stakeholders, enabling the industry's ability to deliver efficient, safe and secure patient access to medicines and medical products. Learn more at HDA.org/Foundation.