Phi Delta Chi

Grant Stimes (Psi)

Grant Stimes is currently serving as Grand President. He graduated from Drake University in 2017 with a PharmD and Masters in Public Administration. He then completed his PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and PGY2 in Infectious Diseases through the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy and CT Children’s. After completing his post-graduate training, he has been working as a pediatric infectious diseases/antimicrobial stewardship clinical pharmacy specialist at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, Texas.

Grant joined Phi Delta Chi in 2011 and served as WP and WAL in the Psi Chapter. Grant was able to assist in the reactivation of the Nu Chapter and chartering of the Gamma Sigma Chapter while he was a student in addition to serving on some national committees. After graduating, Grant served as the Midwest Regional Director for Alumni Affairs for four years before serving two years as the Grand Vice President for Alumni Affairs. In his free time, Grant enjoys walking around the parks and bayous in Houston and trying out new restaurants in the city.

Dimitri Savva (Beta Alpha)

Dimitri Savva was born and raised in Queens, New York. After high school, Dimitri enrolled in St John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, receiving his Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree in May 2016. After graduation, he completed a Postgraduate Pharmacy Residency (PGY1) at Childrens National Medical Center in Washington, D.C and a second year Pediatric Pharmacy Residency (PGY-2 Pediatrics) at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy/University of Maryland Childrens Hospital focusing on expanding his skills in pediatric critical care and academia. Upon completion of his PGY2 training, he returned back to the big apple where he accepted his first job as a Pediatric Clinical Pharmacy Specialist with primary area of neonatal intensive care and infant cardiac intensive care. After three years, he transitioned into his current role as Clinical Pharmacy Specialist/Manager with primary focus of pediatric critical care covering pediatric ICU, pediatric cardiac ICU and pediatric neuro ICU. He received his Board Certification in Pediatric Pharmacotherapy (BCPPS) in December 2019.

Dimitri was initiated into the Beta Alpha Chapter of Phi Delta Chi in April 2011. During his collegiate years, he served as Worth Vice Counselor, Worthy Master at Arms as well as held many lead chair positions including philanthropy chair, service chair professional relations chair and academic review board chair/creator. As an Alumni, he was one of the core founders of the Beta Alpha Alumni Chapter chartered in 2016. He served as the Northeast Regional Director of Collegiate Affairs for two terms between 2019-2023. Through the years, he has served on national committees and as a facilitator at regional meetings. Most recently, has served as current GVPCA.

During his free time, Dimitri enjoys spending time with his wife, Jackie, fur baby dog, Balto, and son, Andrew. In addition, he enjoys cooking, singing/musicals, breweries, and watching/playing sports as true New York Fan at heart.

Samantha Marion (Alpha Theta)

Samantha Marion was born and raised in the Finger Lakes Region of New York State. Following high school, Samantha enrolled in Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences where she graduated with a Bachelors in Pharmaceutical Sciences in 2024. Currently Samantha is living in Albany NY and working in Quality Control for Regeneron Pharmaceuticals.

Sam became a Brother of the Alpha Theta Chapter in the Fall of 2021. Throughout her time as a Brother, Sam served as the Worthy Keeper of Records and Seals (WKRS), Worthy Alumni Liaison (WAL), Worthy Vice Counselor (WVC), as well as the Eastern Regional Director For Collegiate Affairs (ERDCA) for 2024-2025.

In her free time Sam likes to try new restaurants and cafes, visit local markets, catch a concert, or just catch up with friends.

Jennifer Polyniak (Beta Upsilon)

Dear Brothers,

I am an alumna of the Beta Upsilon Chapter at Roseman University of Health Sciences, where I earned my PharmD in 2013. I completed a PGY-1 Residency at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center before pursuing Board of Pharmacy Specialties Certifications in Pharmacotherapy and later Critical Care. My clinical interests include Critical Care and Cardiology. I also have a passion for teaching, precepting, and leadership.

I am a proud Chartering member of the Pacific Northwest Alumni Chapter. I have served the Chapter in multiple roles, including President-Elect and President. I still remain active with the Chapter, serving as their current Secretary.

Additionally, I am the current Western Regional Director for Alumni Affairs, a role I have held for the past 6 years. During this time, I have created multiple resources for WALs and Alumni Chapters. I have also worked to strengthen Chapters' Alumni Relations through Chapter visits, and I have worked to provide meaningful opportunities for alumni engagement, such as offering Continuing Education at Grand Council.

I am now running for GVPAA to continue the excellent work of this team. I am excited for the opportunity to support our Alumni Chapters and to engage Alumni by determining what opportunities or services would bring meaning and value.

Ethan Rawl (Beta Chi)

Hi everyone! My name is Ethan Rawl, and I am the current Grand Vice President for Communications (GVPC). I was initiated into the Beta Chi Chapter (Northeastern University) of Phi Delta Chi in the fall of 2015. Prior to being elected as GVPC, I served as Grand Vice President for Student Affairs (2021-2023), Assistant Grand Vice President for Collegiate Affairs (2021), and Northeast Regional Correspondent (2019-2020). When I was a collegiate Brother, I had the privilege of serving as Beta Chi’s Service Head, Social Head, Worthy Keeper of Finance, and Fundraising Head. As an alumni Brother, I helped charter the Beta Chi Alumni Chapter and served as its President-Elect (2023-2024) and President (2024-2025).

Professionally, I am a medical writer and regulatory affairs consultant with a focus on rare disease. Additionally, I serve as adjunct faculty at Northeastern University, facilitating the skills lab. In my free time, I enjoy working out, spending time with my two cats, and hanging out with friends.

I’m excited about the opportunity to re-run for the role of GVPC and can’t wait to discuss my ideas with all of you at our upcoming Grand Council in St. Charles, Missouri. I look forward to the possibility of being able to build off of my first term as GVPC to bolster our Fraternity's two-way street of communication, assist chapters with their communications, and strengthen Phi Delta Chi as a social and professional community for all collegiate and alumni Brothers. Feel free to reach out to me, introduce yourself, and ask any questions you may have!

Ron Corey (Beta Gamma)

Ron Corey, PhD, MBA is currently an ex officio member on the PDC Executive Committee, serving as the Pharmacy Leadership & Education (PLEI) Executive Director, and member of the PDC Finance Committee.

Ron joined Phi Delta Chi over 40 years ago, beginning his journey as a collegiate brother at Duquesne University (Beta Gamma). He has held several regional and national leadership roles, including Regional Correspondent, National Office Intern/Grand Council Director at the Little Rock Grand Council, Regional Director for Collegiate Affairs, Regional Director for Alumni Affairs, Vice President for Collegiate Affairs, and Epsilon Chapter Advisor. In 2017, he was named Honorary Grand President.

Ron has served on the Phi Delta Chi Finance Committee for over 20 years, bringing a deep understanding of the Fraternity’s financial needs and opportunities. He was instrumental in creating the current Executive Council financial policies and spearheaded the work to create the Grand Vice President for Financial Affairs position. He participated in managing the financial surplus as the number of chapters expanded and then supported the cuts when the deficits came, as chapter enrollment decreased and regional and national meetings sustained significant losses. He is well suited to lead the finances of the Fraternity.

Ron is passionate about ensuring sound financial management, fostering transparency, risk management, and empowering the Fraternity to grow and thrive. His focus will be on expanding the GVPFA role as the elected Chief Financial Officer of the Fraternity and supporting the Executive Committee during the turbulent financial road ahead.

Ron graduated with a BS in Pharmacy and later earned a PhD in Pharmacy Administration (Outcomes Research and Pharmacoeconomics) and an MBA in Healthcare Management. His career spans over 30 years in the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on creating value, leading operations, managing projects, budgets, and finances. He retired from the industry in 2023 and is currently the CEO of Omnibus Pharma Consulting.

Ron is honored to announce his candidacy for Grand Vice President for Financial Affairs, and he respectfully asks for your support.

Yancey Lockhart (Gamma Gamma)

Yancey Lockhart is currently serving as the Grand Vice President for Financial Affairs. He is a 2013 graduate of the Appalachian College of Pharmacy in Oakwood, Virginia. He is also a 2020 Graduate of The University of Virginia with a Masters in Science in Business Analytics. These experiences should translate well to the governance of an organization of our diversity and scale. Yancey previously served the Phi Delta Chi Professional Fraternity as a Project Director fulfilling the Duties of Treasurer from 2018 till 2021. He is excited to continue to offer to serve his fraternity at the highest level.

Yancey aka “Biggie-Me”(Gamma Gamma #68) has been an active and enthusiastic brother since before initiation, attending Gatlinburg as a Pledge/Recruit in 2010. He attended his second initiation/ chapter activation (Gamma Xi) a mere week after his own. He has attended numerous other chapter activations including Gamma Chi (colony coordinator), Delta Alpha and Gamma Omega. He has also been a diligent member of multiple committees including Grand Council planning, finance (chair), OTC workshop revision (chair), ritual revision, and others. He also served as assistant parliamentarian at the 72nd Grand Council in Anaheim.

Yancey grew up in rural Southwest Virginia and now calls the beautiful New River Valley of Virginia home where he currently works as a Pharmacy Manager for Walmart. He has been married to the love of his life Nikki for 10 years this August and enjoys being active in his community, fraternity, and church. He enjoys board games as well as playing disc golf and spending time with his furry critter (Ollie, a pit/collie mix) who is a real ham. AAAE

Whitney French (Gamma Sigma)

Howdy! My name is Whitney French, a proud fourth-year student pharmacist at Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago, Illinois. I’m originally from Dallas, Texas, but now I’m living life to the fullest in the Midwest, exploring new cities, chasing sunsets, and always on the hunt for the next great coffee shop. Whether I’m traveling, playing volleyball, or just vibing with good music, I’m someone who values balance, connection, and community.

Before pharmacy school, I spent over a decade working in health-system pharmacy, where I held both inpatient and outpatient roles at Methodist Dallas Medical Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center and Northwestern Medicine. Those years taught me not only about pharmacy, but about people, service, and the importance of doing meaningful work with consistency and care.

Within Phi Delta Chi, I’ve had the honor of serving as Worthy Chief Counselor and Worthy Vice Counselor for the Gamma Sigma Chapter. I lead with quiet confidence, but always loyal and steady. My Brothers know me as someone who shows up, follows through, and creates space for others to grow. I believe leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room, but it’s about listening well, building trust, and helping others shine.

Brandon Gillip (Nu)

Brandon Gillip is a fourth-year pharmacy student at the University of Iowa who has been actively involved with Phi Delta Chi since the start of his pharmacy journey. He initially joined to connect with fellow students and develop his leadership skills but quickly found a community that has shaped him into the person he is today.

Over the years, Brandon has embraced multiple leadership roles, including serving as Worth Master-at-Arms of the Nu Chapter and contributing to the student affairs team for the past two years. As a former Regional Correspondent, he brings hands-on mentoring experience and a genuine passion for teaching. Brandon enjoys tutoring fellow students and training new co-workers, finding great joy in helping others build the confidence and skills needed to achieve their goals. When he’s not focused on academics or fraternity life, Brandon enjoys cycling and exploring new breweries. He also likes cooking, reading murder mysteries, and playing chess.

Liam Watts (Sigma)

Hello! I began my professional journey in the field of bioengineering, earning my degree from Clemson University in 2021. However, I soon realized that I wanted a more direct role in patient care, which led me to pursue a career in pharmacy. I am currently a Doctor of Pharmacy candidate at the University of Colorado, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2026.

When I moved to Colorado for pharmacy school, I didn’t know a single person in the state—it was a leap of faith into the unknown. From the moment I connected with members of the Sigma Chapter in 2022, I was met with genuine kindness and an immediate sense of belonging. It felt like I had found not just a professional network, but a true family. Since my induction, I’ve been committed to ensuring that everyone interested in Phi Delta Chi experiences that same warm welcome into our Sigma Pharmily. Serving as both Worthy Vice Counselor and Worthy Chief Counselor has been an absolute privilege and has allowed me to help foster a chapter culture centered on inclusivity and connection.

Outside of pharmacy, I enjoy spending time outdoors in beautiful Colorado, cooking and baking, reading epic fantasy novels, and adventuring with my energetic Husky pup.