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Nitro, West Virginia ÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥“ 5/19/2025 ÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥“ On behalf of the Fruth Board of Directors, Lynne Fruth, Chairman and President, is pleased to announce the promotion of Andy Becker to Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Becker brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and vision to his new role and will be based at FruthÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥™s corporate headquarters in Nitro, West Virginia. Lynne Fruth will continue in a part-time role as the President and Chairman of the Board. Andy Becker will report to the Fruth Board of Directors and will begin his new role immediately. Speaking about Andy Becker, Lynne Fruth stated, ÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥œAndy is one of the smartest pharmacy executives in the country. His knowledge of the industry and his tremendous skills in data analysis and other technology areas will serve Fruth Pharmacy well heading into the future. I am thrilled to be handing the reins to a pharmacist who has proven that he is hard working, intelligent and an effective leader.ÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥�

Andy previously held the position of Vice President for Fruth Pharmacy. Becker joined Fruth in 2016 from Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he built a distinguished career in pharmacy operations and management. A licensed Doctor of Pharmacy through the Oklahoma Board of Pharmacy, Andy earned his degree from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. Andy has been a valued member and continues to be a vital part of the companyÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥™s vision of growth and success forthe future. Andy has also distinguished himself while at Fruth Pharmacy. Along with Drew Massey, Becker provided support to communities by developing a way for people to get Covid tests without email access. Andy has been a Presenter at National Meetings, including National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) and Southern Drug. Becker was also instrumental in the passage of several critical Pharmacy laws in West Virginia.