Steve Cucchi

Steve Cucchi is the Vice President of Information Technology and Pharmacy at Ingles Markets, Inc., a position he has held since November 2017. He is based in Asheville, North Carolina, and has over 30 years of experience in executive-level leadership within the retail pharmacy sector.

Professional Background

• Current Role: As Vice President of Information Technology and Pharmacy at Ingles Markets, Cucchi oversees the integration of technology within pharmacy operations, enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Previous Experience: Prior to his current role, he served as Vice President of Pharmacy at Ingles Markets since July 2005 and held a similar position at Giant Food Stores LLC from January 1990 to April 2005. His extensive background includes managing various aspects of retail pharmacy operations, including marketing, compliance with healthcare regulations (like HIPAA), and pharmacy design.1

Education

Cucchi earned a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from Temple University between 1983 and 1986. His education laid a strong foundation for his career in pharmacy management and operations.1

Expertise

Cucchi's expertise encompasses a wide range of areas such as:

• Pharmacy operations and workflow management
• Marketing strategies for pharmacy services
• Compliance with Medicaid and Medicare standards
• Budgeting and financial management within pharmacy settings
• Training programs for pharmacy staff.

Steve Cucchi's leadership in integrating information technology with pharmacy services positions him uniquely within the retail pharmacy landscape, driving both innovation and operational success at Ingles Markets.