ARLINGTON, Va. – The HDA Research Foundation has named four recipients of its 2026 Karen J. Ribler Scholarship, honoring pharmaceutical supply chain professionals pursuing further education and professional development.
Now in its eighth year, the annual scholarship supports employees of Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) member distributor and manufacturer companies who are pursuing degrees or professional certifications. The program is named in honor of Karen J. Ribler, the Foundation’s former chief operating officer.
“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 scholarship recipients are:
- Alexander Miller, Hikma Pharmaceuticals, pursuing a Master of Business Administration at the University of North Dakota.
- John Ragsdale, Pharmsource LLC, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in operations management at Southern New Hampshire University.
- Christopher Pierre, Johnson & Johnson, pursuing a Master of Business Administration at Rutgers University.
- Priyanka Vinayagam, Lupin Pharmaceuticals, pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration at Belhaven University.
The scholarship program is part of the Foundation’s broader efforts to advance education, leadership development, and professional growth throughout the pharmaceutical supply chain.
The next application period will open in March 2027.
The HDA Research Foundation supports research and education to enhance pharmaceutical supply chain safety and efficiency.
For more information about the program, visit HDA's website.
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