About RxOwnership
Our Ownership Advisors
Chris Cella, R.Ph.
National Vice President
Chris Cella, R.Ph.
Ownership Advisor – National Vice President
Chris has more than 35 years’ experience as a practicing pharmacist and pharmacy operations manager. Chris is a graduate from the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science. He served as a Board member for the New Jersey Drug Utilization Review Board and the New Jersey Council of Chain Drug Stores. During that time, Chris helped to establish a formulary for the State Funded Prescription Plans in New Jersey. He has practiced in all pharmacy settings, including independent, retail chain, long-term care, hospital as well as managed his own business specializing in M&A’s.
Chris’s role in multiple pharmacy acquisitions makes him a valuable guide in assisting those interested in making their ownership goals a reality.
Kacey Chase
Northeast Region
Kacey Glinka
Ownership Advisor – Vice President, Northeast Region
Northeast Region: MA, VT, NH, NJ, PA, NY, VA, CT, RI, MD, DE
Kacey has been with McKesson since 2015 in various sales roles working with both health systems and retail pharmacies. Before joining the RxOwnership team she was the Retail Sales Executive for the Maryland, D.C., Virginia, and North Carolina markets working directly with independent pharmacy owners to best position themselves for success. She graduated from William Paterson University with a bachelor’s degree in Professional Sales. As a member of the RxOwnership team Kacey consults with pharmacy owners to provide individualized business valuations as well as guidance for buyers, sellers, and owners looking to start up a new pharmacy. In 2024, Kacey was recognized by Drug Store News as a recipient of their Rising Star Award for their Top Women in Health, Wellness, and Beauty.
Kacey is passionate about helping independent pharmacy owners grow and thrive in today’s rapidly evolving healthcare industry. She is a valuable guide in assisting those interested in making their ownership goals a reality. Kacey also leads RxOwnership’s Women in Pharmacy program.
Ryan Riviello
Southwest Region
Ryan Riviello
Ownership Advisor – Vice President, Southwest Region
Southwest Region: TX, OK, LA, NM, AZ
Ryan has been helping independent pharmacy owners run their businesses efficiently since 2009. Ryan’s previous role as an Inside Sales Manager allowed him the opportunity to help customers understand their purchases and rebates, as well as provide program support and industry insights to help them be successful business owners. Ryan led the process of multiple startup pharmacies and has assisted with numerous store acquisitions. Whether it’s buying, selling or starting a pharmacy, Ryan’s extensive experience working with independent pharmacies makes him a valuable asset to your ownership aspirations. Prior to joining McKesson, Ryan spent four years working in finance. Ryan graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Management.
Ryan’s success in supporting and guiding pharmacists through their day-to-day operations, in addition to his finance background, makes him a valuable asset in assisting those interested in making their ownership goals a reality.
Nick Secrest
North Central Region
Nick Secrest
Ownership Advisor – Vice President, North Central Region
North Central Region: MN, IN, IL, OH, MI, MO, AR, ND, SD, IA, KY, WI, WW, NE
Nick has been with McKesson since 2009. Before joining the RxOwnership team he was a Retail Sales Manager in the Eastern Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin and Missouri territories working directly with independent pharmacy owners to develop and execute strategic growth plans. He graduated from Northern Illinois University with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Sales. As a member of the RxOwnership team Nick consults with buyers, sellers and owners looking to start up a pharmacy.
Nick’s role in multiple pharmacy acquisitions makes him a valuable guide in assisting those interested in making their ownership goals a reality.
Gary LeBlanc, R.Ph.
Southeast Region
Gary LeBlanc, R.Ph.
Ownership Advisor – Vice President, Southeast Region
Southeast Region: GA, FL, AL, MS, TN, SC, NC
Gary has over 20 years’ experience practicing retail pharmacy. Gary is a graduate from the University of Louisiana Monroe College of Pharmacy. Gary is experienced in both retail front end and pharmacy management and has held various roles in numerous acquisitions. Gary is passionate about helping others succeed and achieve their dreams. As a member of the RxOwnership team Gary consults with buyers, sellers and owners looking to start up a pharmacy.
With his extensive management background in pharmacy operations and pharmacy acquisitions, Gary is a valuable guide to assist those interested in making their ownership goals a reality.
Basil Maqbool, PharmD.
West Region
Basil Maqbool, PharmD.
Ownership Advisor – Vice President, West Region
West Region: WA, OR, CA, ID, MT, WY, CO NV, UT, KS, HI, AK
Basil has over 23 years of experience as a practicing pharmacist and multi-site owner and operator.
Upon graduating from Midwestern University College of Pharmacy, Basil began working as a staff pharmacist for a large independent pharmacy. His short time there sparked his interest in ownership.
Thereafter, Basil went on to own 6 pharmacies, varying in practice type and setting. In his last role, Basil built a 7-location network of closed door LTC pharmacies.
As a clinician, Basil’s focus has been on extremely vulnerable patient populations such as geriatric, psychiatric, hospice, critical care, HIV, and drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
His core passion is independent pharmacy and the evolution of a pharmacist’s role as a clinician. With his extensive background and experience, Basil is an indispensable resource for those looking to buy, sell, or start up a pharmacy.
McKesson Retail Design
Chrys Owens
McKesson Retail Design
Chrys Owens
McKesson Retail Design
With over 20 years of dedicated expertise in retail pharmacy, Chrys is a seasoned professional driven to helping clients achieve their dreams and goals of owning a pharmacy. Chrys’ vast experience encompasses the management of cross-functional programs tailored to the retail pharmacy landscape. Whether the focus is on front of store revitalization or redesigning the workflow of the pharmacy, this unique experience gives him the ability to conceptualize, and implement an aesthetically appealing, and highly function retail pharmacy.
Chrys has been with McKesson since 2000 and has completed over 900 pharmacy designs. Before joining McKesson, his job roles focused on residential and commercial development. He graduated from The University of North Texas with a bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis on real estate and finance.
Our Start-Up Specialists
Martin Dennis, R.Ph.
Start-up Specialist
Martin Dennis, R.Ph.
RxOwnership Start-up Specialist
Prior to joining McKesson, Mark worked as a pharmacist for twenty-five years. During this time, he opened, owned and operated multiple pharmacies. Mark’s background as both a pharmacist and pharmacy owner has provided him the insight to help customers better understand the start-up process.
Mark graduated from the University of Oklahoma, College of Pharmacy.
Leslie Williams
Start-up Specialist
Leslie Williams
RxOwnership Start-up Specialist
Leslie has been with McKesson since December 2013 and has spent the last 5 years working across US Pharma within Customer Experience Operations. Her McKesson Career spans departments such as; RNA and ISMC Customer Care, Credit Research, Sales Solutions, and Quality Assurance. Before joining the RxOwnership Startup team, Leslie was responsible for providing time-sensitive customer interaction evaluations for shared services departments such as McKesson Pharmacy Systems (MPS), as well supplementing call assessments with on-going Effortless Customer Experience training.
Madelyn Lupo
Start-up Specialist
Madelyn Lupo
RxOwnership Start-up Specialist
Prior to joining McKesson, Madelyn worked as a Sales Performance Consultant where she was responsible for creating and implementing training for her sales and onboarding team. Madelyn has a passion for unifying teams and motivating others while continuing to grow her personal knowledge in business. As a Start-Up Specialist for RxOwnership, Madelyn’s goal is to create a pathway for success for pharmacist owners.