About Us
Positively Disrupting & Reinventing Our Industry
Your Partners In Success
Since inception, Montana Family Pharmacies has worked tirelessly to help its Members tackle big challenges head on, compete more effectively with chains, and ultimately positively impact the communities and improve the health of the patients our Members serve.
Pharmacies: A Community Pillar
When it comes to locally owned pharmacies, MFP knows you take the time to build personal connections with your patients, truly understanding their health needs, and guiding them towards their best possible well-being. MFP understands you are not just a pharmacy; you’re an integral part of your community.
Your doors are open for community members seeking assistance with their health concerns, even when their primary healthcare provider isn’t readily available. MFP understand that convenience matters, but we also recognize that personal care and expertise are irreplaceable.
Despite the challenges faced by independent pharmacies, especially in rural areas with limited options, MFP remains committed to defying the status quo and we firmly believe that independent pharmacies are here to stay. We are unwavering in dedication to serving and empowering our Members and the communities they serve.
Your journey to success is our priority, and MFP would be proud to be your trusted partner along the way.
MFP & You: The Voice Of Independent Pharmacies
In 2014, Montana Family Pharmacies founder, Mike Matovich, teamed up with five like-minded pharmacy business owners to negotiate better product pricing, improve their insurance reimbursements, and more effectively run and market their businesses. When independent pharmacies are forced to close their doors, their customers and communities suffer the consequences.
Today, that same spirit and drive are at the core of Montana Family Pharmacies’ values. Membership now spans the nation, boasts an ever-growing list of important resources to help independent pharmacies optimize operations, and the independent pharmacy community is continuing to put the patient at the center of care.
“Montana Family Pharmacies works extremely hard to provide advantages to independent pharmacies that otherwise would not be attainable… Their staff is dedicated to helping us succeed and provide a valuable resource when trying to navigate many of the complexities of retail pharmacy. I am grateful on a weekly (and oftentimes, daily) basis to have the ability to reach out with questions or request assistance, which is always handled promptly and professionally.”
Meet the MFP Team
Mike Matovich, RPh
Founder & President
Mike owns and operates several independent pharmacies in Montana. In 2014, he realized if he didn’t do something to collaborate with other independently-owned pharmacies, they would all end up out of business and the patients in their small communities would suffer the consequences. It was then that Montana Family Pharmacies was born.
Since then, Mike has worked tirelessly to help our Members – and their patients and communities – survive and thrive. His wife, Becky, supports him behind the scenes to help create the change that’s needed in our industry.
Melissa Deas, PharmD
Executive Vice President
Melissa has extensive experience in multi-unit pharmacy operations and internal pharmacy operations including both retail and long-term care. A leader with success devising and executing pharmacy operations strategy to maximize service and profitability, she brings this experience along with a passion to support and sustain Independent Pharmacies to the Montana Family Pharmacy team.
Marissa Hauge
Director of Business Operations
Marissa areas of expertise include business and operations and this serves our Members well. Marissa is tasked with taking Mike’s visionary ideas and developing efficient processes, systems, and strategies that will best support our Team and our Members.
Kristi Monson, PharmD, BCACP, AE-C
Pharmacy Innovations and Data Specialist
Kristi has worked with Mike as a Pharmacist in various capacities for years and has been instrumental in MFP contract reviews and negotiations. She heads up developing, implementing, and supporting our Members with our clinical and disease state management programs, as well as doing a heck of a lot of pricing, rebate, and data analysis.
Twyla Bailey, CPhT
Onboarding & Implementation Specialist
Twyla assists Members with ordering challenges, ancillary programs, vendor management and all of their day-to-day operation needs. With a passion for inventory management and over 20 years of experience, she spearheaded the development of a revolutionary system within PioneerRx for ordering from multiple wholesalers, saving our Members tens of thousands of dollars per year.
Nikki Ballard, CPhT
Director of Member Services
Nikki is an experienced Pharmacy Professional, Subject Matter Expert and Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician with over 19 years of experience. As the Director of Member Services, she is committed to ensuring our members succeed in a volatile industry and helping other Pharmacy Technicians develop and grow within their professional career.
Dani Hoge
Financial Specialist
Dani is the glue that keeps us, and our books, in good working order. Dani holds an Associates Degree in Business Management, with a focus on finance. She also came to MFP with a great background of customer service skills, which were honed at a locally-owned, independent bank.
Brianna Galvan, CPhT
Member Support
Brianna is an experienced Pharmacy Technician with 14 years of experience. With retail, Medication Therapy Management (MTM), and 6 years of Quality Control experience ensuring employee/system performance standards were met, she is excited to help our members within an independent pharmacy setting. She brings to MFP her analytical skills, attention to detail, and expertise.
Kelly Cleveland, CPhT
Member Support
Kelly is an experienced pharmacy technician with over 16 years of experience. Kelly comes to MFP from the Medication Therapy Management (MTM) side of pharmacy, including 6 years of being an Operations Supervisor overseeing a team of 40+ pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns. Kelly is passionate about mentoring, training and providing exceptional customer service.
Bret Koertge, PharmD, PhD
Legislative Affairs and Contracting
Bret is a seasoned pharmacist, wielding over two decades of industry mastery spanning from hands-on independent retail to spearheading highly-automated central fulfillment operations. Fueled by an unyielding devotion to the art of pharmacy, Bret champions the legacy of this esteemed profession. His fervent advocacy echoes across state and federal corridors, tirelessly pushing for legislation that fortifies independent pharmacies as the lifeblood of their communities.
Sondra Arnold, CPA
Director of Finance
Sondra is responsible for leading our financial management and planning functions at MFP. She is an experienced accounting and finance professional, having worked previously in both public accounting and private industry. Before coming to MFP, Sondra spent many years in financial leadership positions in the TPA, mail-order pharmacy, and media industries.
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Kwyn Morales, PharmD
Director
Kwyn grew up in Montana and developed a passion for pharmacy work in high school. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree at the University of Arizona College of Pharmacy. She has since worked in a variety of pharmacy roles with a focus on Medication Therapy Management (MTM). Most recently, Kwyn served as the pharmacy director for MedWiseRx.
Whitney Everett, Pharm D
Pharmacist
Whitney earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy degree from the University of Arizona College of Pharmacy. She then completed a PGY1 residency at the Southern Arizona Veterans Affairs Health Care System. After a few years in hospital care pharmacy Whitney transitioned into Medication Therapy Management. Whitney has a passion for helping patients with chronic disease management, and overall health while focusing on preventative care.
Karthi Govindarajan, PharmD, BCACP
Pharmacist
Karthi earned his Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University of Arizona College of Pharmacy in 2007. He has had a wide variety of experiences in pharmacy including retail pharmacy, prior authorization, managed care, and optimizing care of chronic disease states through medication therapy management. He obtained his Board Certification in Ambulatory Care (BCACP) in 2020. He is passionate about educating patients about their medications and empowering them to manage their conditions to produce the best outcomes through pharmacotherapy and lifestyle modification initiatives.
April Aguirre, CPhT
Pharmacy Technician
April is an experienced pharmacy technician with over 20 years of experience from many different pharmacy settings. April’s passion is training/on boarding new staff and offering exceptional customer service.
Sami Sakleh
Pharmacist Intern
Sami earned his Bachelors of Science in pharmaceutical sciences from the University of Arizona in 2021 and is currently a third year student at the University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy. He has been experienced in medication therapy management throughout his undergraduate and graduate studies. He is passionate about ensuring proper patient care is provided to patients from every avenue of their healthcare team.
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