Karen Staniforth

Karen Staniforth is the current Chief Pharmacy Officer at Rite Aid. Karen has been with the company since November 2005, and in their current role, they are responsible for the development, implementation and management of new pharmacy business and clinical programs including immunizations, medication therapy management and medication adherence. Karen also oversees the Wellness Ambassador strategy.

Karen Staniforth has a diploma in pharmacy from Witwatersrand Technikon. Karen is currently working as a pharmacist.

A direct report to Karen Staniforth is and Ernie Richardsen - Group VP, Pharmaceutical Purchasing & Managed Care. Karen Staniforth reports to Heyward Donigan, President & CEO. They are on a team with Chris Dupaul - COO, Elixir, Matt Schroeder - EVP, CFO, and Andre Persaud - Chief Retail Officer.