Dr Anika Molesworth is smashing the status-quo and inspiring change for a better future.  As a young, female farmer tackling the world’s biggest challenges, Anika is inspiring thousands through engaging and empowering conversations. Her infectious optimism is shifting mindsets and...

DR. KELLY GRAHAM BVSc (Hons)DIRECTOR – VETERINARY OPERATIONS, ZOETIS AUSTRALIAWith a career spanning over three decades, Kelly has established herself as a dedicated leader in the veterinary and pharmaceutical industries. After earning her Bachelor of Veterinary Science from Sydney University in...

Susan qualified from the University of Glasgow Veterinary School in 2008. On graduation, she undertook an equine surgical and medical internship at Fethard Equine Hospital, Coolmore, Ireland and then part residency in Equine Internal Medicine at Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga, Australia in...

Dr Karina Graham Specialist in Small Animal MedicineBVSc (Hons), FANZCVS (Small Animal Medicine)   Dr. Karina Graham is a highly respected Specialist in Small Animal Medicine with a profound dedication to advancing veterinary care. Beginning her journey as a veterinary nurse in specialty...

Chris is a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia. He graduated from the University of Sydney and started his veterinary career in equine racetrack practice in Victoria. He undertook an internship at the Hong Kong Jockey Club in surgery and anaesthesia in 2011 and ...

Marcia is a registered veterinary nurse specialist and an international speaker.  Having 20 years’ experience in veterinary anaesthesia, she started her career working for the Massey University Veterinary Teaching Hospital in New Zealand and was the senior anaesthesia nurse there for over 16...

BVSc (Hons1), DACVIM (SAIM) Dr. Dennis Woerde graduated from the University of Sydney in 2014. After several years in mixed and small animal general practice he completed an internship in small animal medicine at the Animal Referral Hospital, Sydney in 2019. He then flew to the other side of the...

Dr Anthony Caiafa BVSc BDSc MANZCVS Anthony graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree in 1978. He worked in companion animal practice for 17 years and obtained his membership level in Small Animal Surgery (1992) and Veterinary Dentistry (1993). He then ...

Asha is a registered and accredited veterinary nurse from Melbourne, with over 17 years of industry experience. Holding a Diploma of Veterinary Nursing to specialise in Emergency & Critical Care, Asha spent 16 years at the University of Melbourne Veterinary Hospital where she developed her...

David M. Lurie, BVScDiplomate ACVIM (oncology), ACVR (radiation oncology)   Dr. Lurie is a native Zimbabwean. He received his Bachelor of Veterinary Science from the University of Pretoria in South Africa in 2000. He completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery with an emphasis on...

Cat Walker is a highly engaging speaker with a wealth of experience in the veterinary sector. With a past life in performing arts, her skills as a keynote speaker shine through as she takes an audience through sessions with an interactive, approachable yet extremely professional style. As a...

Olivia Oginska is a veterinarian, speaker, positive psychology coach, a certified workplace conflict mediator and an emotional intelligence specialist. Since 2010, Liv has been immersed in a global veterinary community, completing multiple externships in the UK, North America and Australia. In...

Emily is a senior registrar in Feline Medicine having completed a residency at the University of Sydney Veterinary Teaching Hospital and is a member of the Australian New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists Medicine of Cats. She has published work looking at feline genetic diseases and is...

Laura qualified with a BSc(Hons) in Veterinary Nursing from Napier University in Edinburgh in 2010 and became an RVN with the RCVS. In 2015 she moved to Australia and started her journey into emergency and critical care, working as a Team Leader and 2IC in a busy referral ICU/emergency...

Dr. Nellie Choi completed her undergraduate veterinary degree at Murdoch University, Western Australia in 2009. After graduation, she worked in various general practices in Australia for 5 years before starting a veterinary dermatology residency in California with the Animal Dermatology...

Dr Jackie Campbell is one of Australia’s leading voices in the field of veterinary palliative care. As the owner of Sunset Vets, the country’s largest network of veterinarians focused exclusively on palliative and end-of-life care, Jackie spends much of her time helping families to effectively...

Steve is a career coach, locum veterinarian, and podcast host with over ten years of experience in the veterinary industry. As the founder of Next Step Vet, he helps clinical veterinarians design a rewarding and fulfilling career, whether they choose to stay in a clinical role or explore other...

Angela is originally from the UK and qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2003. She spent seven years working in a large 24-hour clinic just North of London and completed her RCVS Diploma in Advanced Veterinary Nursing before moving to Australia in 2010. Since then, she has worked in a...

Christine is a Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine from the European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ECVIM) and a Senior Lecturer at the Sydney School of Veterinary Science at the University of Sydney. She is currently enrolled into a part time PhD looking into the re-emergence of ...

Dr Shari Cohen is passionate about advancing the welfare of animals and people through education, collaboration, and good management practices. She is is a Fellow in Animal Welfare, Ethics, & Law and a member in Laboratory Animal Medicine. Shari initiated the Animal Welfare and Excellence award ...

Lauren is an Australian Veterinary Nurse with over 15 years of experience specialising in emergency and critical care medicine. She is AVNAT registered and completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2010.Initially focused on veterinary ophthalmology for seven years, Lauren transitioned...

Dr Kayoko Kuroda graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 2006.  Since completing her degree, she has pursued her twin passions of teaching and clinical practice while working in small animal general practice around Queensland.  She obtained Membership in ...

Nichole ( Nikki) Catley is a Grief Facilitator and founder of Paws For Talk. As a certified Grief Facilitator, Nikki has been supporting pet families for the past seventeen years as they consider end of life or quality of life assessment. Nikki can provide a safe space for clients to share their...

Luke Ingenhoff graduated with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science from the University of Sydney in 2006.  He has worked in farm animal practice (predominantly cattle practice) for over 17 years, including 3 years in the NSW Hunter Valley, 2 years in England and 12 years at the University of...

Melissa currently works for a Specialist Hospital in Sydney as an Emergency and Critical care nurse. This role has expanded her knowledge and love for critical care medicine, ventilation, and trauma. She has worked for over 10 years as a veterinary nurse in both general practice and specialty...

Aleona is a veterinarian and research fellow in animal fertility. She is passionate about using cutting edge, novel techniques in reproductive biology to benefit endangered species and livestock, and developing new approaches to preserve fertility. Aleona holds a Bachelor of Veterinary Science...

Dr Rebekah Donaldson BVSc(hons) MVetMed MANZCVS DACVECCBoard Certified Specialist in Emergency and Critical CareRebekah graduated from the University of Queensland in 2012 and completed a rotating internship at Queensland Veterinary Specialists/Pet Emergency in 2013 before working in referral and...

Sara qualified as a registered veterinary nurse with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2011. After working in clinical practice for several years, Sara returned to study in 2018 and completed the Certificate in Veterinary Nursing for Emergency and Critical Care (CertVNECC). In 2022 Sara...

Mel’s business, Cooper and Kids specialises in creating safe, happy and positive relationships between babies, kids and dogs. She is a busy mum of three human babies and two beautiful golden retrievers, Cooper and Scout. She absolutely understands the chaos and the juggle that comes with running a...

After graduating BVMS from Murdoch University (1998), Kate has worked in both mixed and small animal Veterinary practice. She has completed International Veterinary Acupuncture Certificate (2005), 3 years study with Homeopathic Professional Teaching Group, LFHom(vet) (2003), Chinese Veterinary...

Jo graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2004,and gained her post-graduate qualification in zoological and exotic medicine in 2008. In 2017 Dr Sheen became a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners in Exotic Companion Mammals. Only the second Australian vet to achieve...

Inkarri has over 10 years’ experience within the veterinary and animal industry. Specialising in customer service, education, and management. Inkarri understands the complexities within this unique, vibrant community and is passionate about providing support to veterinary clinics across Australia...

Dr Emma Whiston BVSc(Hons) CHPV Fear Free Certified Veterinarian Dr Emma Whiston graduated with Honours from the University of Melbourne and has been a qualified and registered Veterinarian since 1993. Dr Emma spent many years in general practice until 2004 when she established ‘My Best Friend’ in ...

RVN VTS (Dentistry), Clinic Support & EducationFor over 15 years Maggie has worked in small animal general practice and we’re sure she’s a familiar face to many in the industry.  Her passion for dentistry led to her obtaining the Diploma of Veterinary Nursing (Dental) and the Veterinary...

Dr. Tania Bishop is an accomplished Zoo and Wildlife Veterinarian with 24 years of experience. She holds memberships in avian medicine, an industry fellowship at the University of Queensland, and qualifications in wildlife disease risk analyses and species management plan development from...

Dr. Chris Lam graduated as a veterinarian from the University of Sydney in 2015 after previously obtaining a bachelor’s degree in biology and Japanese studies from the U.S. and subsequently working in human oncology research in Hong Kong. After obtaining his veterinary degree, he worked in small...

Dr Moss established Dandenong Ranges Veterinary Centre in Melbourne in 1999 after several years of practice in outback Australia and the UK. Dr Moss produced VetCheck app (pet diary) in 2012, Medechat (vet telemedicine platform) in 2020 and VetCheck 247 (after hours vet triage service) in 2021. In...

Pauline is a leading Australian Organisational & Coaching psychologist with a focus on designing, launching, and sustaining psychologically healthy resilient teams. She is a sought-after speaker and innovator who offers thought leadership in the area of creating success by embracing all levels...

Imke has completed undergraduate training in veterinary medicine at the Hanover School of Veterinary Medicine in Germany. Her postgraduate research doctorate degree (Dr. med. vet.) and a postdoctoral fellowship at the same institution focused on molecular genetics of inherited disease in...

I am Dr Chris Lee, a small animal veterinarian for over 30 years. I have always been passionate about pet welfare and the pet/owner bond. Early in my career, I certified as a veterinary acupuncturist and developed a keen interest in small animal surgery and orthopedics. More recently I traveled to...

Dr Claire Jenkins is a Veterinarian, and the founder and CEO of VetChat. She is passionate about preventative care, early intervention and how easy access to the right advice drives better health outcomes for pets. Claire founded VetChat in 2015, which has since grown into a remarkable team of 40...

Georgia is a dedicated and accomplished professional with over a decade of experience in the veterinary industry. After earning her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, she moved to London in 2017 with her husband and their beloved dog. During her time in London, Georgia combined her passion for...

My PhD in Entrepreneurship has exposed that altruism affects the recognised drivers of business intentions, particularly for socially purposed businesses (which veterinary practice is). Motivated to untangle and answer important questions about veterinarians and veterinary business, I may have...

Camilla Whishaw BHSc (Nat) Equine Naturopath, Nutritionist and Herbalist Optim Equine   Camilla Whishaw BHSc (Nat) is a highly respected and sought after equine health practitioner, based in Australia and consulting globally. She is an experienced equestrian and has an active lifelong...

Dr. Kate Mornement holds a Ph.D. in animal behaviour and is a Board Certified Applied Animal Behaviourist (CAAB) through the Animal Behavior Society. She has devoted the past 17 years sharing her expertise through her consulting business Pets Behaving Badly and recently founded Pet Behaviour...

Dr Fernando Martinez Taboada LV PhD CertVA PGCert(Biostats) MANZCVS(Anaesth) DipECVAAEuropean Specialist in Veterinary Anaesthesia and AnalgesiaFernando graduated as a veterinarian in Spain and worked for several years in small animal practice both in Spain and the UK. He undertook a residency in...

Jordan is a finance specialist with over eight years of healthcare banking experience and is dedicated to providing tailored financial solutions to veterinary practitioners. He is passionate about partnering with his clients to establish, strengthen and grow their practices. Jordan has extensive...

Dr. Crystal Loh is a board certified veterinary dentist and the owner-operator of New Zealand Veterinary Dentistry Ltd., a mobile specialty dental referral service in the Waikato region of New Zealand. Dr. Loh graduated in 2007 from the Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, Ontario, Canada, before...

Dr. Peter Brunskill, based on the South Coast of NSW, is the Director of GVP - General Vet Products, bringing experience from previous roles at Vetasse Pty Ltd and Greencross Vets. Peter Brunskill holds a 1988 - 1992 BVSc in Veterinary Science @ Uni of Sydney. With a robust skill set that includes...

As Evokes head of interior design, Rebecca thrives on the impact that interior design has on business success, team engagement and motivation. She works closely with clients to understand their company culture and objectives so that the design elements embody the business fundamentals. Rebecca...

Charleyne has been working as a veterinary nurse in general, specialist, university & research practices for over 15years. She has a Certificate IV in Trainer and Assessor, a diploma in Emergency and Critical Care, and is a Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anaesthesia and Analgesia. In 2023...

Yoko graduated from Murdoch University in 2004, and started her veterinary career working in mixed practice in rural South Australia.  She moved back to Perth in 2007 and has been working in small animal general practice ever since. In 2009, Yoko attained membership to the Australian and New...

Since graduating from The University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 2009 (Hons1), Josie has practiced as both an Equine and Small Animal Veterinarian. Currently, Josie is the Clinical Director at Animal Doctors in Sydney. Josie loves all aspects of vet life and has a special...

Alexsia is a veterinary nurse lecturing at the University of Adelaide in the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology. She is a member of the veterinary nursing research group, and is a current Masters candidate in the Masters of Clinical Education at Flinders University. Alexsia has previously obtained a ...

Graduating with a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 2013 from the University of Montreal, Dr Mariane Morin began working in small animal practice, including time in Canada, Senegal and Thailand. In 2018 Mariane moved to Melbourne (with her cat Pablo) and has been working with Thornbury Veterinary ...

Dr Joshua King is a specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine.  He graduated in 2004 from the University of Queensland with first class honours.  He worked for 10 years in general, university and emergency practice.  His passion, however, has always been internal medicine!  This led to him...

Jocelyn Birch Baker BVSc (Hons), Founder, practice owner, veterinarian, mother.  Jocelyn is dedicated to inspiring and enabling veterinary women to achieve whatever they desire in their careers while balancing it with their families and their lives.  Since graduating in 1983, Jocelyn has...

Dr Sarah Webb, BVBio, BVSDr Sarah Webb moved to the Yarra valley, Victoria in 2022 and it was a dream destination for her. Sarah is originally from Melbourne, she moved to Albury when she was 15. She then came back to Melbourne to study Animal and Veterinary Bioscience degree at La Trobe...

Dr. Will Basuki is a Board-Certified Veterinary Dentist (Diplomate American Veterinary Dental College) and she is the first and only registered specialist (small animal) in veterinary dentistry in QLD. She graduated with honours from the University of Queensland in 2010. She worked as a small...

Susan is a senior lecturer in exotics animals and wildlife at the University of Melbourne. She works clinically within the Greencross Veterinary Hospital for the University of Melbourne, at Geelong Animal Emergency and is a casual vet for Zoos Victoria working at both Melbourne Zoo and Werribee...

Dr Courtnay Baskerville is a Senior Lecturer and current Program Director for the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology at The University of Adelaide. Courtnay has worked as a Veterinary Nurse in small animal, mixed, and equine clinical practice and also has vast experience in veterinary clinical...

Rachel graduated from the University of Sydney in 2009 and worked in general practice at various clinics in Sydney. She then started an internship at UVTHS before beginning a surgical residency. Rachel completed her memberships in small animal surgery in 2014 and finished her surgical residency at...

Emma has a global network and much experience in assisting veterinarians in their careers. Emma uses her unique talents in seeing the connections and synergies between a veterinary professionals' interests, skill set and her knowledge of what the job marketplace wants and has on offer.Emma is...

Dr Lee Danks, Executive Committee, PFIAALee’s interest in clinical nutrition leapt from the veterinary consulting room to working in the pet food industry in 2005. He has had roles in everything from clinical practice, through pet food sales and marketing, training and education, scientific affairs ...

Melissa graduated with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (First class honours) from the University of Sydney in 2012. Currently, Melissa is the hospital director of a busy small animal GP clinic on the Central Coast, NSW Australia, and works relief in emergency and critical care. Melissa has...

Paolo has worked as a veterinary surgeon prior to working in public accounting.  His real world business experience ranges from owning a veterinary practice, working as an accounting software consultant, working in the veterinary pharmaceutical industry and project managing web based application...

Jacqui Ley BVSC(Hons), PhD, DipECAWBM, FANZCVS(Veterinary Behaviour).   Dr. Jacqui Ley is a Registered Specialist in Veterinary Behavioural Medicine. She sees behaviour cases at the Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre. She conducts training for veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and dog...

Carl McKay, General Manager, Cyclo Construction and Fitout

Eliz graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, Saskatoon Canada in 1993.  After moving to NSW in 1995, she began work as a mixed private practitioner in Young NSW.  Eliz joined the district veterinarian ranks in 2002 working for the Young Rural Lands Protection Board.  After 17...

Sorcha Costello, ECVS Surgical Resident, The University of Sydney

Kim is a Certificate IV-qualified nurse and has been nursing for 8 years. She is both a registered and accredited vet nurse with VNCA. In 2021, Kim passed her Veterinary Technician Speciality examination and became the 2nd VTS in Nutrition in the Southern Hemisphere. She presented at the 2023 VNCA...

Annie graduated from the University of Queensland in 2018, after working a short time in General Practice, Annie made the transition to Specialist nursing at Queensland Veterinary Specialists. During her early career, Annie developed a keen interest in Veterinary Anesthesia, recognizing its...

Jason is a Senior finance consultant at Credabl and has worked in the industry for over 10 years. Credabl is a medical finance lender that developed specialist healthcare finance over 30 years ago. Jason is well known to for crafting finance solutions to enable his clients personal and business...

James works with businesses from start-ups to large well-established enterprises. He specialises in tax and business advice for start ups and founders including; Employee Share Schemes, Structuring, capital raising, ESIC and R&D tax incentives.

Dr Olivia Clarke BSc BVMS (High Dist) MANZCVS (Unusual Pets, Avian) Masters of Veterinary Medicine in Avian Medicine (Massey University) Avian and Exotics Veterinarian In House Veterinarian and Content Creator at Pet Circle Olivia graduated from Murdoch University in 2015 and has always gravitated...

Originally from Guelph, Ontario, Nicole embarked on her journey into veterinary nursing as a kennel hand in 2009 and subsequently graduated from Seneca College with a diploma in Veterinary Technology in 2013, earning the title of Veterinary Technician (dip)VT. She is a registered member of the...

Tracy Whiter is an accomplished professional in the animal health industry, bringing a rich blend of skills and experience from her work in secondary science education, Corporate Information Services, Pharmaceutical, Science, and Veterinary services sectors. With a profound passion for animal...

Jody is a Territory Manager with over five years of Medical Devices Industry experience within the perioperative space and a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy. She focuses on customer centric solutions to provide a frictionless flow within the Operating Theatre.

Geoffrey Golovsky BVSc(hons) MANZCVS (SAS) 0413440374  | geoff@vethq.com.au   SUMMARY Motivated, Determined and Influential Entrepreneur, Family man, Veterinarian, Lifesaver, Community Focused    PROFESSIOINAL EXPERIENCE Vet HQ Veterinary Hospitals Double Bay Established 2006 from...

Kenny obtained his veterinary degree from Charles Sturt University (Wagga Wagga), where he completed a Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science and graduated with First Class Honours in 2017. Following veterinary school, he completed a 1-year surgical internship at the Animal...

Emma Holder DipVN RVN Ncert(anaesth) AVNAT. Emma has built a career in veterinary nursing with a focus on advanced specialties. Her qualifications include a diploma in veterinary nursing from the UK, followed by a postgraduate certificate in anaesthesia and more recently a certificate in emergency...

Anita has been a veterinary nurse for over 30 years.  Working in a general practice for the first 10 years and joining Veterinary Specialist Services (VSS) in 2001.  In 2017, VSS opened their 3rd practice to which Anita currently manages. Anita has kept her Australian qualifications current...

Dr David TabrettManaging Director, CFO, VetBVSC, MANZCVS, MBusPsych, GAICDPresident of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary ScientistsAs a Director with over 20 years of experience in emergency veterinary medicine and leadership, I am passionate about providing high-quality care and ...

He served as the former general manager of the Australian Veterinary Association's business group. Before joining the Australian Veterinary Association, he worked in the banking sector and was responsible for driving improvements in customer satisfaction, retention, and growth. He understands...

Kezah is a qualified Chartered Accountant with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting and Finance and more than 10 years industry experience. She is our Bernese Mountain Dog, patient and calculating, she is ready to rescue you from that mountain of tax. For many years she has worked very...

Qualified Naturopath, having graduated from the Australasian College of Natural Therapies in 1996 A member of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS) – a professional governing body for Natural Medicine practitionersRecently graduated with a Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science...

Ludovica Valenza graduated from the veterinary science degree at the University of Queensland after previously completing a Bachelor in Animal and Veterinary Bioscience at La Trobe University, as well as an Honours degree at the University of Melbourne. Ludo began her wildlife career as a...

Gemma MaProject manager – Keeping Cats Safe at Home, Community VeterinarianRSPCA NSW Dr Ma is a cat lover and veterinarian with over 10 years’ experience in general small animal practice and shelter medicine. Gemma lives with two ex-RSPCA feline foster-fails, Eevee (13) and Jamie (10), a very...

Dr James Ramsden is a vet with over 15 years of mass media and online marketing experience. James founded Petpack - Australasia's only digital marketing agency run by vets, for vets, after recognising the need for effective and regular communication to pet owners to increase animal health...

With 16 years of experience in NSW Public Education, including roles up to Secondary Deputy Principal, Mark transitioned to political leadership as an elected representative of the Shooters Fishers and Farmers Party in the 2019 NSW Parliament election.  Over the past 15 years, he has actively...

Professor Shokoofeh Shamsi is a biologist with specialised expertise in parasitology, holding qualifications in both medical science and veterinary science. She has dedicated her career to advancing the understanding of parasites and their interactions with animal hosts. Through her...

Ron started out as a service engineer and worked for many years with various medical manufacturers, including monitoring and ultrasound.   Although technically minded, there was a transition from technical to customer training and sales, leading to several roles as sales and service support to...

Haidee is a vet, clinical coder, and PhD candidate with a project looking at how to keep staff in vet clinics. She’s involved with the Not For Profit 'Sustainable Veterinary Careers' and has contributed to the AVA's Great Veterinary Workplaces Policy & Guidelines. Having worked in...

Chiara is Professor in Veterinary Pathology at the School of Veterinary Science (SVS) of the University of Queensland (UQ). She is a board-certified specialist veterinary pathologist (Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Pathology), graduated with a DVM from the University of Teramo...

Kat graduated with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Hons) from the University of Queensland in 2012. She has worked as a small animal general practitioner and in administration within specialty and emergency teams. As a veterinarian with lived experience of mental health conditions and...

Alena has a diverse multisectoral career which includes human and animal medicine, business, mentoring, training, and research. She obtained her Bachelor of Nursing in 2006 and worked as a Registered Nurse in Adult Mental Health and Paediatrics. In 2013, she achieved a Bachelor of Veterinary...

I began my career in the veterinary industry in 2012 as the first and only receptionist at Snowy Vets. With no prior experience in the field, I embraced a steep learning curve, quickly mastering the nuances of veterinary care and client relations. Over time, my role expanded beyond the front desk...

Danii has enjoyed a fulfilling 15-year career in veterinary nursing, with nearly a decade in emergency and critical care. Now, as the dedicated Practice Manager for Rest Your Paws, one of Australia’s leading in-home palliative care services, she ensures that every pet’s final journey is handled...

Mary GeddieClinic Co-ordinator - Dip T (Teaching), A Mus A (Music)Mary joined the St Bernards Rd team in March 2021 and prior to this was at RivaPetz Pet Care, in the Riverland, for 7 years. Her pathway leading to working in the veterinary industry was not a typical one.Growing up, Mary was the one ...

Dr Sarah Howard is the Head Vet at PAW by Blackmores, where she manages practitioner, retail and consumer education, the advisory service, and formulates new pet supplements and topical treatments. Sarah is also the creator and long term host of the pureANIMAL podcast. She is a current student of...

Dr. Courtney Prue is the founder and lead veterinarian at Rest Your Paws, one of Australia’s first and largest in-home palliative care and euthanasia services for beloved pets. At the forefront of end-of-life services for pets across Australia, Rest Your Paws collaborates closely with veterinary...

I started my nursing career on the South Coast of England straight from school and qualified as a Vet Nurse in 1987. After working in both mixed practice and a small animal referral hospital I moved into a role as Veterinary Business Manager for a global veterinary nutrition company where I...

Dr. Zara Boland is a senior external relations and communications specialist with over 20 years international experience, including 15 years at Nestlé, where she led the veterinary and scientific external affairs team for Nestlé Purina PetCare first in Europe and subsequently for the...

Dr Grace Sha is a dentist, board director and professional speaker, who, besides her healthcare career, is : * a leader passionate about good governance and rejuvenating organisational culture * a volunteer and advocate who supports local and overseas not-for-profits * a creative entrepreneur who...

Dr Jeannet Kessels is a creative entrepreneur and climate advocate: owner of Greater Springfield Veterinary, founding chair of Vets for Climate Action (VFCA) and creator of Groodles Australia, an incredible community enterprise which has so far raised over $700,000 for charity.  Jeannet has a...

Ben Marcos is a co-founder and General Manager of BusiVet – Australia’s only dedicated Property advisory business for the Vet and Petcare industry. From Data Analytics through to project management- BusiVet is a end to end partner to Vet Operators who are looking to setup or expand their dream...

Dr Kerry Doolin has been an emergency clinician for 15 years. After graduating from the University of Sydney in 2005, she worked for the first year in a small animal general practice in Haberfield, Sydney Australia. The following six years she worked as an Emergency & Critical Care Clinician...

HANNAH RYANBa Ag. Sc., Cert IV Frontline ManagementZOETIS DIAGNOSTICS CATEGORY MANAGER – Australia and New Zealand Hannah is a passionate and dedicated advocate for the veterinary industry, with over 30 years of extensive experience supporting animal health. After earning her Bachelor of...

Dr Meg Irvine is a Veterinarian who graduated from Massey in 1998 and has worked in a variety of small animal practices across the UK, Australia and NZ. Meg has a passion for exceptional standards of care and developing and leading great veterinary teams. A previous owner of a busy small animal...

Dr John InnsMA (Falmouth), MA (Cantab), VetMB, Cert IV IT, Cert IV TAE, Dip VET, GCUT, PG Dip Veterinary Education, MANZCVS (Medicine and Management of Laboratory Animals, Small Animal Medicine, Small Animal Surgery)John is the Animal Welfare Officer at Monash University with a responsibility for...

Michelle Campbell-Ward is a wildlife veterinarian, educator and mentor with expertise in conservation medicine, ethics, One Health-One Welfare and nutrition. She is Associate Professor in Wildlife and Avian Medicine at the University of Sydney and has worked for Taronga Conservation Society for...

Dr. Megan Lui BVSc (Hons I), MANZCVS (Pharmacology)Associate Director - Veterinary Operations, Companion Animals & Equine, ZoetisMegan obtained her Bachelor of Veterinary Science from the University of Queensland in 2006. Since graduation she has worked in a variety of settings, ranging from...

Lauren Rowston Business Unit Director – Companion Animal & Equine, Zoetis (Australia)Having dedicated her career to the healthcare of animals, Lauren has over 15 years’ experience in the animal health industry and is currently the Business Unit Director for Companion Animal & Equine at...

Dr. Sophie TylerBVetMed MANZCVS DipECVDSpecialist Veterinary Dermatologist, SASHDr. Sophie Tyler graduated from the RVC, London in 2007 and has worked in small animal practices in the UK, Australia and New Zealand for seven years.  In 2014 Sophie commenced a rotating internship, followed by a...

Cristina Wilkins is a PhD candidate with the University of New England, investigating the factors influencing the One Welfare outcomes of human-horse interactions. She is project leader of the Mellorater, a welfare monitoring app for animal guardians. For over a decade, Cristina honed her science...

Dr David Woods, former Rural GP, Palliative Care Physician, and founder of Dr2Dr Coaching is an ICF-accredited coach with a unique focus on professional well-being and enhancing non-technical and leadership skills.  Learning more about the operationalisation of compassion from the study of conflict ...

I graduated from The University of Queensland with honors in 1979 and worked for a few years in mixed practice in Ipswich. Then in 1983 I began my own practice on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. At this time I had become disappointed with the responses I was seeing in animals being treated with...

Mick KirwanCorporate Equipment Manager, VetTechMick Kirwan began his career with a foundation in electronics, receiving specialized training through the Department of Defence Navy. He then transitioned into the biomedical field at Westmead Hospital, where he was responsible for the...

Hospital Channel Sales Director at Trupanion - focusing on Mental Health and Well Being in Veterinary Hospitals. 

Gavin Biggs has a passion for business and creating positive successful environments which he combines with his love of animals.  It is what he does every day for Veterinary Practices, Animal Shelters and other Animal Care Facilities around Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. With over 20...

Emergent trends including data analytics, artificial intelligence, digitiisation and a focus on the customer experience through automation, are disrupting the business models of industries. They require novel market approaches and organisational restructuring to deliver value in a digital-platform...