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Driven by Health–Built on Care.
DocRx began with a simple yet ambitious mission: to make healthcare easier and more accessible for providers across the United States. Founded by Brian and Jennifer Ward in 2008, DocRx set out to deliver innovative solutions that empower providers and improve patient outcomes. Today, we’re proud to support clinics, hospitals, and pharmacies nationwide with a comprehensive range of healthcare products and services.
The Early Days
DocRx was born out of a genuine need for better support in healthcare. Our founder and CEO, Brian Ward, with an extensive background in pharmaceuticals and healthcare management, knew there had to be a way to simplify the work for physicians while improving care for patients. What started as a small idea to streamline medication dispensing quickly grew into a full-service approach to healthcare solutions.
What We Stand For
Since the very beginning, our journey has been about more than delivering products and services. At DocRx, we believe in creating meaningful, long-lasting partnerships with ALL of our customers and clients. It’s why we work tirelessly to develop innovative programs and solutions like our Point of Care Dispensing, Compliance, and Ancillary solutions, ensuring that healthcare providers can focus on what matters most: their patients.
Our Team
Meet The Executives

Brian Ward
Chief Executive Officer

Brian Ward
Chief Executive Officer
Brian Ward is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of DocRx, as well as a member of the company’s Board of Directors. Since founding DocRx in 2008, he has led the company to become one of the largest healthcare providers in the United States, serving thousands of physicians, practices, pharmacies, and hospitals nationwide.
Prior to establishing DocRx, Mr. Ward held significant roles in the pharmaceutical industry, including Regional Manager of Hospital Divisions at AstraZeneca and Innovex from 1997 to 2008. He earned a Marketing Degree from Louisiana State University in 1996, where he also played college football for the LSU Tigers.
With over two decades of experience, Brian has been instrumental in founding and developing more than seven healthcare companies. His extensive experience spans pharmaceutical companies, pharmacies, practice management companies, clinics, and hospitals, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare landscape.
Mr. Ward is renowned for his ability to anticipate industry trends, identify underserved niches, and create leading companies. He collaborates with industry thought leaders and continues to play a pivotal role in transforming healthcare delivery. In 2010, Brian was honored as one of Mobile’s “Top 40 under 40” executives, recognizing his professional excellence, community service, and leadership.
Brian oversees various aspects of DocRx, including consulting, sales, marketing, alliances and channels, and support. He is also responsible for national business units that cater to specific markets and industries, such as dispensing, diagnostic testing, wholesale manufactured products, injections, compounds, supplies, pharmacy wholesaling, and hospital products.
In addition to his role at DocRx, Mr. Ward serves on the Board of Directors of the Mobile Chamber of Commerce. He is also an active member of the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama, and the Mobile Alabama Touchdown Club, and has served on numerous youth football and baseball boards in the Mobile area.

Annette Dowd
President, Dispensing & Billing

Annette Dowd
President, Dispensing & Billing

Julie Hass
Chief HR Officer

Julie Hass
Chief HR Officer
Julie Hass serves as Chief Human Resources Officer for DocRx. Prior to stepping into her role at DocRx, Julie worked in a similar role at Alabama Orthopaedic Clinic, PC, for 20+ years. During her time at AOC, the company grew immensely! She started the HR department when AOC had two small offices, 5 surgeons, and approximately 25 employees. After her departure from AOC in June of 2019, she transitioned to the role of Human Resource Director for a local law firm in Mobile.
Julie has a passion for HR (and people in general)! She is a creative and fun-loving person by nature, and she is eager to use those characteristics, accompanied by her skills and experiences, to continue to help DocRx grow.
Outside of work, Julie loves spending time with family and friends. Some of her passions include enjoying live music, tasting great food, and spending time on the water. Julie and her husband Steve have been happily married for 19 years. Steve and Julie have one daughter, Peyton, and one son, Kohen. Rounding out her family are their two dogs, Lilly (Westie) and Hunter (Springer Spaniel).

Jennifer Ward
Executive President

Jennifer Ward
Executive President
Jennifer Ward is the Co-Founder and President of DocRx, bringing over 15 years of experience in accounting to the company. Since helping to establish DocRx in 2008, Jennifer has played a critical role in the company’s growth and success. Her dedication to operational excellence and financial management has been pivotal in building DocRx into one of the premier healthcare companies in the United States.
Jennifer began her career in accounting in 1992 while attending Southeastern Louisiana University, working as a Bookkeeper for Lee Management Group. Her early experience laid a strong foundation for her expertise in financial management and organizational leadership. In 2004, Jennifer relocated to Mobile, Alabama, where she balanced roles as a caterer and head of the Accounting Department for Simply Southern Catering.
Jennifer’s commitment to her family and community is a core part of her identity. She enjoys spending quality time with her family of four, including her daughter and son. She is married to Brian Ward, the CEO of DocRx, whom she met during their college years at LSU, where Brian played football.
Beyond her professional and family commitments, Jennifer is passionate about cooking, reading, and music. She is also deeply involved in volunteer work, particularly focused on children and supporting friends. Her dedication to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture at DocRx ensures that employees feel valued and enjoy a “family atmosphere” at work.

Mitch Walker
National Sales Director

Mitch Walker
National Sales Director

Ashley Smith
President, Wholesale Pharmacy

Ashley Smith
President, Wholesale Pharmacy
Ashley Smith, a Mobile, Alabama native, graduated from the University of South Alabama in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing Management. During her college years, from 2006 to 2010, Ashley gained unique experience in the TV, film, and music industry, working on Hollywood-produced films and collaborating closely with Carrie Underwood and her band during their 2010 Play On Tour. This fast-paced, dynamic environment honed Ashley’s skills in time management, teamwork, and adaptability—skills that have served her well throughout her career.
In late 2010, Ashley transitioned into the medical field, following in the footsteps of her father, a successful figure in the pharmaceutical industry for over 30 years. Drawn to DocRx by CEO Brian Ward’s vision and emphasis on family values, Ashley has been with the company for over eight years, gaining experience in nearly every department. Her diverse background spans dispensing, toxicology, compounding, billing, sales, and wholesale pharmacy. Today, she oversees the injections department.
Ashley and her husband, Brian, met during college and married in 2012. They have two sons, Mason and Camden, both of whom are passionate about sports. Having grown up cheering on her three brothers in various sports, Ashley now enjoys watching her own boys follow in their uncles’ footsteps. In her spare time, Ashley loves traveling, shopping, attending concerts, playing the guitar, and spending time at the beach.