Joe Ed Holt is a licensed clinical pharmacist in both Georgia and Florida, bringing over 17 years of dedicated experience in long-term care and pharmacy consulting. Throughout his career, he has worked closely with healthcare facilities, interdisciplinary teams, and patients to improve medication management, optimize therapeutic outcomes, and ensure compassionate, evidence-based care—particularly for aging and vulnerable populations.

What sets Joe Ed apart is not only his clinical expertise but his deeply personal connection to the work he does. In sustained recovery since October 8, 2001, Joe Ed’s lived experience with addiction profoundly informs his professional mission. He understands the challenges of substance use and recovery from the inside out, giving him a unique ability to connect with others in an authentic and impactful way.

As a speaker, educator, and advocate, Joe Ed addresses critical topics like addiction, stigma, self-worth, and mental health with clarity, empathy, and insight. His presentations resonate with healthcare professionals, families, policy-makers, and community leaders, offering a rare blend of clinical authority and personal vulnerability.