Josie Brilowski
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I completed my prerequisites for pharmacy school in my hometown, at University of Wisconsin Stevens Point. That is where I initially began interest in pharmacy by working as a pharmacy technician. In 2016, I began my Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) at Concordia University of Wisconsin. While working towards my PharmD I was accepted into Business School to work towards my Masters in Business Administration in Management. In 2020 I graduated with both my PharmD and MBA. My parents owned a small business while growing up and because of that, I have always had an interest in business operations. This interest led me to focus my career in independent pharmacy. I started as a student with Trig's my final year of pharmacy school and right afterwards began working as Trig's Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator to manage patients, vaccinations, and medication therapy management. In 2021 I was promoted to Director of Pharmacy Operations. In this role I lead our group of pharmacies in workflow operations, pharmacy credentialing, financials, and other managerial responsibilities.
What types of certifications, education, or other licensing have you acquired?
Josie French, PharmD, MBA
What kind of awards, recognition, or honors have you been a part of in your career? Include years, title of honor/award,etc.
Lots of little stuff but nothing to make note of here.
What parts of the job are your favorites? What are you passionate about? What gives you energy in this industry?
My favorite part of my job is facilitating our team of pharmacists and technicians to be their best and take personalized care of their patients.
Why do you enjoy working for the company?
Trig's is a small company that has a large impact on its community. I enjoy having an influence on those operations.
What are some things that you are proud of that you accomplished, implemented, or executed while working for thecompany?
I am proud that Trig's Pharmacy was the first community pharmacy in our area(s) to receive the covid vaccine when it was first released. We visited many providers and homes to provide vaccinations. Our communities depend on our pharmacists and technicians to receive numerous vaccinations and that number keeps expanding each year.
What are some things you enjoy doing in your spare time?
I train and compete dressage horses. I ride 6-7 days a week and always have a couple horses I am keeping in consistent work. My husband and I both enjoy buying and selling young sport horses to fabulous new homes. I also have an interest in real estate investing.
What is your"passion word" on your name badge and why did you choose it?
My passion word is "smile." A smile can positively influence your attitude and the others around you.
