Dr. Rafael Laguens is a renowned veterinary professional and a dynamic leader in the field speaking in the Leaders Panel Discussion at the Vet Expo. Graduating from the esteemed University of Zaragoza in Spain, Dr. Laguens embarked on his career as a dedicated large animal practitioner in the...

Dr Cristy Secombe joined the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) in 2021 as the Head of Veterinary and Public Affairs after having spent the majority of her career to date in clinical university practice. In her current role Cristy leads the advocacy and policy agenda of the AVA, covering a...

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...

Underpinning the precious and essential relationships we have with animals, is the responsibility we have for protecting animal health and welfare, which  in turn protects human health and wellbeing. In additional to the importance of food, biosecurity, public health and economic security, the...

In 2019 Mark was elected to represent the Shooters Fishers and Farmers Party in the Legislative Council of the NSW Parliament.  Since entering the Parliament, Mark has served on numerous committees, including a Member on the Animal Cruelty Laws in NSW 2019, Deputy Chair on the Impact of...

Graeme was the UK Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer before coming to Australia and taking on the role of Chief Veterinary Officer of Victoria in 2020. He has also worked as policy advisor to DEFRA (UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs), as a Senior Consultant in private industry, as...

Professor Nigel Perkins has been Head of School for the School of Veterinary Science at The University of Queensland, since 2017. In this role Nigel provides academic and administrative leadership to the School and University including effective engagement with external organisations on behalf of...

Dr Scott Williams completed a Veterinary Science degree at Sydney before gaining a Masters in Agricultural Animal Medicine and Production at the Mackinnon Project, University of Melbourne. His career has included roles in vet practice in Australia and the UK, farm consultancy, the pharmaceutical...

Zoe is a dynamic specialist veterinary radiologist with a passion for connection and excellence in both the radiology and veterinary community. She is the inaugural chair of the Sustainable Practice Committee of the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council, which supports veterinarians in the...

Josh Slater is the acting Head of Melbourne Veterinary School and Professor of Veterinary Medicine. He is a past president of the British Equine Veterinary Association, the Federation of European Equine Veterinary Associations, the European College of Equine Internal Medicine, was Secretary to the...

Dr Lydia Pethick is passionate about improving the well-being of veterinary professionals.Since graduating from Murdoch University in 2007 and through her work as an appointed member to the Veterinary Practice Board of Western Australia (WA), Dr Pethick has witnessed the highs and lows of...

For over 15 years Michelle Lang has been working in the pet food industry for Nestlé Purina Pet Care in roles from formulation to regulation, passionate about producing safe nutritious food for cats and dogs. She is currently the Quality and Regulatory Affairs Manager for Australia, located in...

Dr Katie Asplin joined Animal Medicines Australia in March 2021, bringing with her significant experience in agricultural stewardship and sustainability, as well as agvet chemical regulatory policy.Katie represents the interests of AMA and its members in the development and implementation of...

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 returned to full time studies in...