The People of Animal Health Podcast
The People of Animal Health podcast features industry leaders and trailblazers who have made a significant impact or are making an impact in the Animal Health and Veterinary industries. Show host Stacy Pursell chats with them to learn more about their lives, their careers and the unique and interesting things they have done to contribute to the Animal Health or Veterinary industry. She is here to share their stories with you.
Episodes
Pets, People, Purpose
Dr. Jason Epstein, Executive Medical Director at My Pets Wellness, shares his journey from Charleston roots to leading multi-state Veterinary operations. He offers insights on compassionate care, mentoring clinicians, and strengthening doctor-client-patient bonds—along with stories of family life, travel, and adventures with his loyal miniature Australian shepherd, Moxie.
Science Meets Strategy
Dr. Albert A. Ramudo shares insights from more than 20 years in Veterinary medicine, global operations, and product development. From leading clinical trials and regulatory affairs to launching innovative animal health products, he reveals how strategic leadership and scientific expertise drive innovation, compliance, and operational excellence worldwide.
Shaping Veterinary Futures
Dr. Molly McAllister, Global Chief Medical Officer of Mars Veterinary Health, leads medical strategy and supports Veterinary professionals across 3,000 clinics worldwide. Passionate about accessible pet care and cultivating future leaders, she also founded the Diversify Veterinary Medicine Coalition and serves on Lewis & Clark College’s Center for Community and Global Health Advisory Board.
Building Veterinary Value
We sat down with Owen E. McCafferty, CPA and trailblazer in Veterinary practice management. With over four decades of expertise, pioneering valuation methods, and global influence, Owen shares insights on Veterinary accounting, leadership, and building lasting equity for practices worldwide, highlighting his lasting impact on Veterinary professionals across the globe.
Kindness Counts
Veterinarian, speaker, author, and media personality Dr. Andy Roark shares his journey in animal health, from founding DrAndyRoark.com to creating the Uncharted Veterinary Conference. Hear his insights on leadership, community, humor, and overcoming challenges while inspiring Veterinary teams worldwide with kindness, connection, and a vision for the profession’s future.
Animal Equity
Alexander Petersen, global medtech and Animal Health leader, shares insights on innovation, M&A, and impacting Veterinary care. With $750MM in transactions, international expertise, and leadership roles spanning McKinsey, IDEXX, and entrepreneurial ventures, he brings a strategic, operational perspective to accelerating impactful therapies for humans and animals worldwide.
Brand and Bridge Builder
We sat down with Brenda Andresen, a dynamic leader in pet healthcare marketing. From co-founding The Bridge Club to launching groundbreaking initiatives like Partners for Healthy Pets, Brenda shares how authentic relationships, innovation, and collaboration have fueled her journey and how she’s shaping the future of the Animal Health industry.
Biotech Breakthroughs
Dr. Peter Hanson, a seasoned biotech executive, shares insights from a 30+ year career driving innovation in human and animal health. From startups to global companies, he explores biotech breakthroughs, leadership strategies, and the future of translational medicine for both companion animals and people.
Vet Care Anywhere
Dr. Lisa Lippmann, DVM, is the Director of Virtual Medicine at Bond Vet, a nationally recognized telehealth trailblazer featured by Dr. Oz, Inside Edition, and Live with Kelly & Ryan. In this episode, she shares insights on accessible virtual Veterinary care, her work with Animal Lighthouse Rescue, co-hosting “We Don’t Deserve Dogs,” and her rescue Rhodesian Ridgeback.
A Sprinkle of Wisdom
Dr. Megan Sprinkle, a board-certified Veterinary nutritionist, shares her inspiring journey from Auburn vet school to leadership roles in the pet nutrition industry. As president of AAVN and founder of the Vet Life Reimagined podcast, she discusses career pivots, science communication, and how she's shaping the future of animal nutrition.
Medicine Meets Mission
Dr. Melinda Larson, DVM, DACVIM, Director of Medical Quality at BluePearl, shares her journey from intern to internal medicine leader and now quality champion. She discusses her passion for patient safety, mentorship, and implementing systems that improve medical excellence across hospitals—while balancing life on the water with her husband and pets.
Empowering Innovation
Dr. Stacee Santi shares her journey from veterinarian to tech entrepreneur, founder of Vet2Pet, and author of Stop Acting Like a Girl. She reflects on leadership, resilience, and redefining success—offering inspiring insights into innovation, Veterinary care, and empowering others to lead boldly in the Animal Health industry.
Merlo’s Mission
Dr. Jennifer Merlo, Vice President of Operations at Fear Free, shares her journey from equine medicine to leading the movement for low-stress Veterinary care. With a background spanning general practice, emergency care, and ownership, she’s working to change how pets experience Veterinary visits and enhance care across the profession.
A Champion for Animals
Renowned veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward shares insights on pet health, Veterinary innovation, and global advocacy. As founder of the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention and editor of Veterinary Clinical Obesity, he discusses advancing medical standards, promoting wellness, and shaping the future of Veterinary care through leadership, education, and compassionate action.
Leading with Heart
Beth Green, Chief Brand Ambassador at Instinct Science and founder of VetMedux, shares insights on building iconic Veterinary brands like Clinician’s Brief and Plumb’s, driving global impact through Mission Rabies, and leading with purpose. A trailblazer in veterinary media, Elizabeth’s story is one of innovation, mentorship, and meaningful industry change.
Vetting the Future
Stacy Pursell, founder and CEO of The VET Recruiter, shares insights from her 25+ years as a trailblazing executive recruiter in the Animal Health, Veterinary, and Pet industries. As a top 1% search consultant and retention expert, Stacy discusses building world-class teams and spotting trends shaping the future workforce.
The Outlier Advantage
Candise Goodwin, founder and CEO of Outlier Advisors, shares her expertise as a leading growth consultant in the pet industry. With experience across retail, Veterinary, tech, and pharmacy sectors, she offers insights on navigating market shifts, scaling businesses, and thriving in the dynamic and fast-growing world of pet care.
Scaling Care
Shane Kelly shares insights from 30+ years of leading human and pet care companies, discussing building Village Pet Care and Destination Pet, raising capital, scaling operations, and creating tremendous investor value. A proven CEO, Shane offers insightful lessons on leadership, growth strategy, and the future of integrated pet care services.
Vet Biz Visionary
In this episode, we chat with Ryan Leech—a seasoned business development leader and sales strategist who’s helped startups raise over $100MM, launched his own consulting firm, and built scalable sales models across industries. He’s also the voice behind The Bird Bath podcast and former co-host of Consolidate That!
A Fear Free Future
What Jacques Cousteau did for the oceans and Carl Sagan did for space, Dr. Marty Becker is doing for the emotional well-being of animals. In this episode, we explore his Fear Free movement, its impact on animal care professionals, and his lifelong mission to ensure animals live happier, healthier lives.
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