Orlando, FL – October 13, 2025 – Hope and Help Center of Central Florida, Inc., d/b/a Hope & Help, is proud to announce that its Chief Executive Officer, Thresa Giles, has earned the 340B ACE (Apexus Certified Expert) certification through the Apexus Advanced 340B Operations Certificate Program. This achievement reflects the organization’s ongoing dedication to compliance, quality, and operational excellence in serving the community.
The Apexus 340B ACE program is a rigorous, assessment-based curriculum that validates comprehensive expertise in the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program. The certification is widely recognized in the healthcare industry, signifying mastery of program integrity, compliance, and best practices in managing 340B operations. It equips professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to ensure resources are utilized efficiently to enhance patient care and expand access to essential medications.
“Education has always been at the heart of my leadership philosophy,” says Giles. “Earning this certification reflects my personal commitment to continuous learning and to ensuring that our organization remains at the forefront of compliance and operational excellence. By investing in knowledge and accountability, we are better equipped to serve our community and fulfill our mission of improving lives.”
Hope & Help’s decision to invest in ACE certification across its internal 340B team reflects a proactive approach to maintaining strong oversight and consistency throughout its operations. This effort enhances the organization’s audit readiness, strengthens risk management, and further builds confidence among its partners, payers, and the communities it serves.
The 340B program enables covered healthcare entities to purchase outpatient drugs at discounted prices, allowing them to stretch resources and expand access to care for underserved populations. With increasing regulatory scrutiny, certified expertise has become essential to maintaining integrity and compliance within the program. By ensuring its leadership and team are fully trained and certified through the Apexus ACE curriculum, Hope & Help continues to set the standard for excellence and accountability, and innovation in 340B operations.
About Hope & Help
Hope & Help is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Central Florida through comprehensive health services, prevention, education, and community outreach. Since its inception, the organization has been dedicated to empowering individuals to lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
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