Title: President and Chief Executive Officer
Company: Rx Outreach
Location: Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Roy J. Whitley, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer at Rx Outreach, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Executives for dedication, achievements, and leadership in the Pharmaceutical Industry.
Mr. Whitley has carved out a distinguished career in operations and finance, demonstrating a remarkable blend of leadership and strategic acumen. Currently serving as the president and chief executive officer of Rx Outreach since 2025, he has been instrumental in steering the organization toward financial stability and cultural growth. His responsibilities encompass business development, setting division strategies, and ensuring the achievement of key performance indicators. Previously, Mr. Whitley served as interim chief executive officer from 2024 to 2025, where he laid the groundwork for his current leadership position.
Before ascending to his leading role, Mr. Whitley was the chief operating officer at Rx Outreach from 2023 to 2024. His journey with Rx Outreach began in 2010, when he held the roles of operations manager and pharmacy manager, positions he held until 2014, before advancing to director of operations until 2016. Mr. Whitley then became vice president of operations from 2016 to 2019, further solidifying his reputation as a leader in operational excellence.
Mr. Whitley’s professional journey also included significant contributions outside of Rx Outreach. From 2019 to 2023, he was a partner and chief financial officer at Legacy Circle Holdings, Mar-Key Investments and Newstart Rx Network. Mr. Whitley’s financial strategy expertise was also enriched by his role as an adjunct faculty professor at Harris-Stowe State University in St. Louis between 2017 and 2023, where he shared his knowledge with aspiring professionals.
Earlier in his career, Mr. Whitley held foundational roles with organizations such as Express Scripts Inc. from 2005 to 2010, where he served as a production supervisor and inventory specialist. He also gained valuable experience as a certified swing manager at McDonald’s Corporation between 1999 and 2005. These positions laid the groundwork for future successes.
Mr. Whitley’s academic achievements have been instrumental in advancing his career. He earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting, magna cum laude, from Harris-Stowe State University, in 2014, and a Master of Business Administration in finance from Ohio University in 2016 while working full-time. The mentorship and support Mr. Whitley received during his academic journey have inspired him to mentor others, fostering their professional growth.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mr. Whitley is actively involved in civic organizations. He has served as a treasurer for Caritas Family Solutions since 2020, after initially joining its executive board in 2018. He has also served as a board member for BELIEVE STL Academy since 2025. Earlier, Mr. Whitley served on the board of the North Carolina Automobile Dealers Association from 2013 to 2018 and as a member of the finance degree program advisory board at his alma mater, Harris-Stowe State University, between 2015 and 2022.
Looking ahead, Mr. Whitley envisions expanding Rx Outreach’s reach by doubling the number of patients served and establishing it as a nonprofit agency akin to century-old organizations. He is also committed to preparing employees for these changes while diversifying funding sources through training and infrastructure development. Mr. Whitley’s goal is to create a balanced organization that generates profit while making a positive impact on the community.
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