Who elects the president and vice-president of the Board of Pharmacy?

The president and vice-president of the Board of Pharmacy are elected by the members of the Board from within. This practice is consistent with the governance structure of many professional regulatory boards, where the members themselves choose their leadership to ensure that the elected officials have a direct understanding of the issues faced by the board and its mission.

Choosing leaders from within allows for continuity and a shared vision among the board members, as they often have experience and familiarity with the regulatory environment of pharmacy practice. This internal election process fosters collaboration and ensures that the president and vice-president can effectively represent the interests of both the board and the pharmacy profession as a whole.

Other options such as the state legislature, public votes, or the governor's office do not typically have a role in selecting the leadership of the Board of Pharmacy, as these boards are designed to operate with a degree of autonomy to regulate their profession effectively, allowing the members themselves the responsibility to select their leaders.