David Bowe has served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Dougherty’s Pharmacy since 2004. In addition, David fills the posts of President and Chief Executive Officer for Ascendant Solutions, Inc., a Dallas-based private equity firm that invests in middle-market businesses in the Southwestern United States.

David’s extensive background includes expertise in finance, operations and acquisitions, as well as public and private equity investments. He has led or participated in transactions totaling more than $1 billion in value. David also has led or participated in the acquisition, development and operation of several portfolio companies providing equity capital, management support, strategic direction and operating management.

He has served on the board of directors for numerous public and private companies. In addition, David holds membership in Vistage International, a worldwide organization serving chief executive officers. He is a member of the Association for Corporate Growth and the Turnaround Management Association, and he is a Chartered Financial Analyst. David earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from Georgetown University.

Mark Heil has served Dougherty’s as Chief Financial Officer since 2007. Mark has significant experience in various executive positions, including chief financial officer and chief operating officer. In addition, he developed consulting expertise in the executive services field.

Prior to joining Dougherty’s, Mark served as a consulting associate at Tatum LLC, which provides financial consulting and executive services. Before that, he held the position of chief financial officer at full-service advertising company The Loomis Agency, as well as at American Excelsior Company, a manufacturing and distribution firm. In addition, Mark served as chief operating officer of American Excelsior Company’s Earth Science Division and served on the firm’s board of directors. He began his career in the audit division of KPMG.

Mark graduated from the University of Texas with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He is a certified public accountant and a member of the Financial Executive Institute.

Since 2007, Jim Potter has served as General Manager of Dougherty’s Pharmacy. A proven leader, Jim specializes in improving the store’s operational and financial performance. He leverages a people-centered management system to develop the team, culture and processes that drive Dougherty’s continued excellence. In addition, Jim promotes ethical standards, integrity-based practices and a commitment to “Service from the Heart” – all of which bolster Dougherty’s customer service philosophy.

Prior to joining Dougherty’s, Jim held positions of president, chief executive officer and chief operations officer for several companies. Throughout these assignments, Jim established a track record of strong gains in profitability, cost reductions and sustainable improvements. He earned a bachelor’s degree in management from Texas Tech University.

Joe B. Park recently celebrated his 50th anniversary at Dougherty’s, where he is the Pharmacist in Charge. As a pharmacist right out of school in 1959, Joe joined his father, George, who then owned the store. Joe is an icon in the pharmacy community. His wisdom and advice are sought by the local media any time there is a question relative to flu, shingles or other health topics of interest to the community at large.

Joe is past president and an active member of the Dallas County Pharmaceutical Society, the National Community Pharmacists’ Association and The Texas Pharmaceutical Association. He earned a bachelor’s degree in pharmacy from the University of Texas at Austin.

Wayne McMeans has been a proud member of the professional pharmacy staff and leadership team at Dougherty’s for more than 16 years. Early in his career, Wayne learned the value of personal service and treating the customer like family – values he learned working in his father’s pharmacy nearly four decades ago. His dad would be proud of him. Today, Wayne still embodies the love and caring spirit necessary to provide Dougherty’s “Service from the Heart.”

Wayne received a degree in pharmacy from Southwestern Oklahoma State University.

Kelly Powers brings more than a decade of management experience to Dougherty’s Pharmacy, where she serves as Manager of Pharmacy Operations. In this role, Kelly focuses on building the Dougherty’s team, enhancing customer relationships, innovating processes and growing and developing the business. She works diligently with the intent of keeping Dougherty’s as the go-to source in the Southwest.

Kelly earned a master’s degree in business from Baylor University, where she was inducted into Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society. She also received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Texas at Dallas. Kelly maintains a pharmacy technician certification with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. She holds memberships in the Baylor University Women’s Council and the Baylor Business Network.

Ken Wilson boasts 34 years of experience in the healthcare industry, with the last 16 of those at Dougherty’s Pharmacy. As Home Medical Equipment manager, Ken oversees all aspects of the home medical equipment department, including product selection, inventory control, employee training, Medicare accreditation and compliance, and growing the business.

Before joining Dougherty’s, Ken worked for one of the country’s largest home medical equipment providers.

Patricia Taylor serves as Manager of Purchasing and Inventory Control for Dougherty’s Pharmacy. Patricia brings more than 15 years of experience as a professional manager and leader as she coordinates all aspects of purchasing and inventory control.

Before joining Dougherty’s, Patricia worked for a diverse range of companies. This included an assignment handling international marketing for a prominent software developer focused on the apparel industry. She also was responsible for annual revenue of more than $20 million for a major industrial paper distributor, where she oversaw bid and contract sales to large government entities. Patricia completed her studies at Youngstown State University.

Danna Sesler brings more than a decade of experience in retail ownership and business management to Dougherty’s Pharmacy. She joined the Dougherty’s team in 2009 as Gifts and Beauty Products manager.

Before signing on with Dougherty’s, Danna owned and managed two successful gift shops in Dallas. These included The Collection in Lake Highlands and The Tiecoon in Preston Center, which was featured multiple times in local and statewide media. Danna earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration and accounting from Texas Woman’s University.

Mika is a Certified Nutritionist and as Manager of Vitamins and Supplements at Dougherty’s Pharmacy, she is responsible for the store’s wellness, natural health and nutritional supplement products, as well as its education programs.

Prior to joining Dougherty’s, Mika spent a decade working as a senior advisor for one of the world’s leading manufacturers of nutritional supplements. In addition, she has worked closely with clients facing a wide range of health issues, including cancer, heart disease, celiac disease, autism, multiple sclerosis and food allergies. A sought-after speaker on health and wellness issues, Mika has been featured in many local and national publications.

Alisa Vitorino is the Sales Manager and Marketing manager for Dougherty's, where she is responsible for sales development in the home care and compounding departments. Prior to joining Dougherty's, Alisa spent her time volunteering and speaking on behalf of numerous charitable organizations, including Special Olympics, Challenge Air, and the fight against illiteracy.

Alisa graduated with a bachelor's degree in journalism with a minor in marketing from the University of North Texas. She participates on the Young Leadership Board for Gilda's Club of North Texas, Dougherty's charity of choice.

Since 2009, Michael Morrow has served as IT Manager for Dougherty’s Pharmacy. Michael is responsible for the development, execution and preservation of Dougherty’s technology and communication infrastructure, as well as the company’s web presence. In addition, he oversees the continued expansion of Dougherty’s pharmacy management system, which is designed to enhance the customer experience.

Michael offers more than a decade of experience in technology leadership. He attended the University of Texas at Dallas, where he focused on computer science and business administration. He also holds several technology certifications.