--- title: "Team" url: https://virtue340b.com/about-us/team/ date: 2025-07-22 modified: 2026-08-05 lang: en author: "Toto SEO" description: "Meet the Virtue 340B Team Experienced leaders dedicated to compliance, innovation, and client success. Edward Vargas, MBA, CIA, 340B ACE Founder & CEO Leads all compliance audit and consulting engagements..." word_count: 634 --- # Team # Meet the Virtue 340B Team ## Experienced leaders dedicated to compliance, innovation, and client success. ![Eddie-founder-headshot](https://virtue340b.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Eddie-founder-headshot-scaled.jpg) ## Edward Vargas, MBA, CIA, 340B ACE ## Founder & CEO Leads all compliance audit and consulting engagements Former 340B compliance specialist and internal auditor for Rochester Regional Health Author of *340B Mastery: Transforming Risk into Reward in Pharmacy Management* [](https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-vargas-mba-cia-632a4061/) ### Connect with Edward ![Katy-Virtue-headshot](https://virtue340b.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Katy-Virtue-headshot-scaled.jpg) ## Katy Lees, MSBA, 340B ACE ## Principal 340B Compliance Advisor 20+ years of hospital pharmacy experience [340B Program](https://virtue340b.com/glossary-term/340b-program-manager/) Director for a large academic medical center Specializes in program optimization and operational oversight [](https://www.linkedin.com/in/katyflees/) ### Connect with Katy ![mary-team-virtue](https://virtue340b.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/mary-team-virtue.png) ## Mary Asuncion, CPhT ## 340B Audit Manager 15+ years of experience in hospital pharmacy and 340B compliance Guided covered entities through HRSA audits Experienced in HRSA audit readiness, internal audits, and corrective action support Focused on helping clients strengthen compliance and program oversight ![Jenna-Virtue-headshot](https://virtue340b.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Jenna-Virtue-headshot-scaled.jpg) ## Jenna Burns, BA ## Head of Operations and Systems Leads development and optimization of organizational systems and workflows Oversees operational efficiency, documentation, and internal process alignment Drives technology integration and continuous improvement across all functions [](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-burns-8a757b8/) ### Connect with Jenna ![alyssa virtue headshot](https://virtue340b.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/alyssa-virtue-headshot.jpg) ## Alyssa Vargas, MSN, RN, FNP-C ## Senior Clinical Integration Consultant 15+ years of experience in pediatric oncology for a large academic medical center Extensive clinical background and expertise in outpatient program management Assists with integrating healthcare quality with strategic compliance [](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssa-vargas-msn-rn-fnp-c-b793531a5/) ### Connect with Alyssa ## Our Experience & Credentials - [ ![certification badges cia](https://virtue340b.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/certification-badges-cia.png) ### Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)  Certified Professionals ](https://www.theiia.org/en/certifications/cia/)- [ ![certification badge 340b](https://virtue340b.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/certification-badge-340b.png) ### Apexus Advanced 340B Certified Expert 340B ACE ACE-certified professionals on staff ](https://www.apexus.com/340b-certificate-program/340b-ace-search) ### Extensive Audit Experience Over 50 independent 340B audits conducted across all covered entity types. ### Proven Insight Former internal auditor for a large health system, reporting directly to senior leadership. ### National Recognition Featured speaker at national 340B Coalition and regional healthcare association events. ### Published Authority Author of [340B Mastery Book](https://virtue340b.com/content-hub/340b-mastery-book/), a comprehensive guide to managing 340B compliance effectively. ## The Value We Bring to Our Clients Audit-tested expertise that mirrors HRSA audit rigor, reducing compliance risk Cross-functional insight spanning pharmacy, finance, and compliance departments Real-world operational understanding, gained from running [340B Drug Pricing programs](https://virtue340b.com/glossary-term/340b-drug-pricing-program/) inside hospitals Educational and collaborative approach, empowering client teams with lasting knowledge Tailored solutions for every client, not one-size-fits-all templates or outsourced models ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Who actually performs our audit or consulting work-senior consultants or junior staff? Our senior-level team members, including our founder and principal consultants, lead and execute every engagement. We do not outsource or delegate client-facing work to junior staff. ### How does your team's experience help us during a HRSA audit? Our team has firsthand experience preparing internal teams for HRSA audits. We know what auditors look for and how to prepare your team. ### Do you have experience working with entities like ours? Yes. Our team has worked with all major covered entity types-from health systems and FQHCs to rural hospitals and grantee clinics-so we tailor our approach based on your structure and needs. ## Articles for What to Look for in a Top 340B Auditor or Consulting Firm: Interview Questions to Ask [](https://virtue340b.com/340b-growth-in-context-what-the-data-shows/) [ ![](https://virtue340b.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/tablet-with-annual-report-1024x683.jpg) ](https://virtue340b.com/340b-growth-in-context-what-the-data-shows/) ### 340B Growth in Context: What the Data Shows, and Why the Narrative Matters [](https://virtue340b.com/why-independent-oversight-matters-in-vendor-managed-340b-programs/) [ ![340B Audits Graphs and Results](https://virtue340b.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/340b-audit-awards-partnerships-1024x729.jpg) ](https://virtue340b.com/why-independent-oversight-matters-in-vendor-managed-340b-programs/) ### Why Independent Oversight Matters in Vendor-Managed 340B Programs [](https://virtue340b.com/albany-med-vs-hrsa-the-decision-really-for-340b-child-site-eligibility/) [ ![340B Eligible Medications](https://virtue340b.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/340b-drug-admistration-virtue-1024x576.png) ](https://virtue340b.com/albany-med-vs-hrsa-the-decision-really-for-340b-child-site-eligibility/) ### Albany Med v. 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