Leadership
GoGoMeds Appoints Harish Panchal Chief Executive Officer as Cole Maudlin Steps Down
By News Desk ·
Key takeaways
- Harish Panchal became chief executive officer of GoGoMeds, succeeding Cole Maudlin.
- Panchal has approximately 25 years of experience in healthcare technology and services.
- GoGoMeds expects approximately 100 new jobs in Covington, Kentucky by the end of 2026 as part of a $44 million private investment across three companies.
GoGoMeds appointed Harish Panchal as chief executive officer, succeeding Cole Maudlin, the company said in a Business Wire announcement on November 15, 2026. Panchal brings approximately 25 years of experience in healthcare technology and services, including leadership roles at organizations generating more than $1 billion in revenue.
Panchal's Commercial Background and CEO Priorities
GoGoMeds, a technology-enabled pharmacy specializing in prescription fulfillment, compounded medications and direct-to-patient delivery, said Panchal has a track record of shaping go-to-market strategy, growing enterprise accounts and accelerating new business development. The company said his background in scaling healthcare businesses, combined with his experience at GoGoMeds, positions him to lead its continued growth as demand for integrated pharmacy services evolves.
Panchal has held leadership roles supporting global enterprise growth and significant mergers, acquisitions and public-market transactions, according to the announcement. As CEO, he will focus on building on GoGoMeds' existing relationships while expanding the company's role in supporting modern healthcare organizations. The company said it will continue investing in pharmacy capabilities and operational solutions designed to make prescription fulfillment easier to manage as its partners grow.
"Having worked closely with our team and partners, I've seen firsthand what makes GoGoMeds different and where we can grow," Panchal said. "As healthcare continues to evolve, pharmacy infrastructure plays an increasingly important role in helping organizations deliver accessible, connected care."
GoGoMeds said Maudlin's leadership helped guide the company through a period of significant growth and expanded capabilities. The company partners with telehealth companies, digital health platforms, healthcare providers and other organizations to simplify pharmacy operations.
GoGoMeds' Covington Hiring Plans
GoGoMeds is expanding operations in Covington, Kentucky, with approximately 100 new jobs expected by the end of 2026, according to akta.pro company records. The hiring is part of a $44 million private investment across three companies that is expected to create more than 400 new jobs combined in the Latonia and South Covington neighborhoods. The same records list GoGoMeds as licensed to deliver, distribute or dispense medications in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
GoGoMeds' Company Details
The same records describe GoGoMeds as a private online mail-order pharmacy founded in 2017 and headquartered in Southgate, Kentucky, with a headcount range of 51 to 100. The company's website lists its pharmacy services for partners.