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Northwind Hires John Solhan as CFO

Northwind Pharmaceuticals Adds New Executive

May 2019 – Northwind announces the addition of John Solhan as Chief Financial Officer.

I’ve known John for many years and am thrilled to have him join our team,” said CEO Phillip Berry. “John’s strong financial leadership skills and deep knowledge of the pharmaceutical distribution industry bring tremendous value to our organization, our clinic clients, and our rapidly growing base of patients.”

Solhan joins the Northwind Family after Wellfount Corporation, where he helped grow its remote dispensing business for nursing homes to $100 million. With an extensive background in medical and pharmaceutical financial modeling and management, Solhan has built a career of developing new technologies and new business models for startups and industry disruptors.

“For years I’ve watched Phil and team build Northwind and am excited to have the chance to get on board, expand the model, and help take our industry-leading employer health model to the next level.”

Northwind Pharmaceuticals, founded in Indianapolis in 2008 and headquartered in the historic former St. Bernadette’s Catholic Church and School building, brings a complete pharmaceutical solution to self-funded employers through onsite medication solutions and home delivery of patient ready prescriptions. Northwind’s solutions make a difference for clients, patients, team members, and communities by reducing the cost of healthcare, creating life supporting jobs, and impacting the communities in which we operate.

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Podcast: Northwind’s Member Focused Approach

Phillip Berry | Sep 25th, 2024
Click here to listen to Katherine Lurke, PharmD and Steve Zetzl, PharmD discuss Northwind’s member focused approach to pharmacy benefit management. Unlike traditional PBM models like you are used to hearing about, Northwind’s PSA (Phamacy Administration Services) prioritizes continuous patient engagement. Steve and Katherine break down how their team works to ensure that once medications are in … more »

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Phillip Berry | Aug 14th, 2024
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The PBM Conflagration Marks the Beginning of Healthcare’s Center-of-Gravity Shift

Phillip Berry | Jul 31st, 2024
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