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.

Episode #69 - Dr. Molly McAllister 09/03/2025

Episode #69 - Dr. Molly McAllister 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/38071485

Episode #68 - Owen E. McCafferty 08/27/2025

Episode #68 - Owen E. McCafferty 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/37977680

Episode #67 - Dr. Andy Roark 08/20/2025

Episode #67 - Dr. Andy Roark 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/37889820

Episode #66 - Alexander Petersen 08/13/2025

Episode #66 - Alexander Petersen 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/37815255

Episode #65 - Brenda Andresen 08/11/2025

Episode #65 - Brenda Andresen 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/37756905

Episode #64 - Dr. Peter Hanson 07/29/2025

Episode #64 - Dr. Peter Hanson 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/37598025

Episode #63 - Dr. Lisa Lippman 07/09/2025

Episode #63 - Dr. Lisa Lippman 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/37346500

Episode #62 - Dr. Megan Sprinkle 06/18/2025

Episode #62 - Dr. Megan Sprinkle 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/37054955

Episode #61 - Dr. Melinda Larson 06/18/2025

Episode #61 - Dr. Melinda Larson 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/37054910

Episode #60 - Dr. Stacee Santi 06/11/2025

Episode #60 - Dr. Stacee Santi 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/36952895

Episode 59 - Dr. Jennifer Merlo 06/04/2025

Episode 59 - Dr. Jennifer Merlo 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/36852905

Episode 58 | Dr. Ernie Ward 05/28/2025

Episode 58 | Dr. Ernie Ward A Champion for AnimalsRenowned 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/36745195

Episode #57 - Elizabeth (Beth) Green 05/07/2025

Episode #57 - Elizabeth (Beth) Green 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/36467630

Episode #56 - Stacy Pursell 05/01/2025

Episode #56 - Stacy Pursell 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/36392815

Episode #55 - Candise Goodwin 05/01/2025

Episode #55 - Candise Goodwin The Outlier AdvantageCandise 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/36392730

Episode #54 - Shane Kelly 04/23/2025

Episode #54 - Shane Kelly 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/36277825

Episode #53 - Ryan Leech 03/26/2025

Episode #53 - Ryan Leech 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! /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/35875420

Episode #52 - Dr. Marty Becker 03/18/2025

Episode #52 - Dr. Marty Becker 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. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/35744400

Episode #51 - Greg Geckles 02/26/2025

Episode #51 - Greg Geckles Canine Content, Unleashed Greg Geckles, a seasoned leader in animal health and pet industry growth, discusses his journey from business development to becoming Chief Revenue Officer at DOGTV. He shares insights on expanding DOGTV’s global reach, driving innovation in pet entertainment, and creating strategic partnerships to enhance the lives of dogs and their owners. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/35437720

Episode #50 - Dr. Eleanor Green 01/21/2025

Episode #50 - Dr. Eleanor Green Going GreenDr. Eleanor M. Green, a trailblazing leader in Veterinary medicine and innovation, discusses her journey from rural practice ownership to founding the Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine. She shares insights on advancing Veterinary education, her role in launching the Veterinary Innovation Summit, and shaping the profession's future. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/34943275

Episode #49 - Dr. Peter Weinstein 01/08/2025

Episode #49 - Dr. Peter Weinstein Lessons in Lifelong Learning Dr. Peter Weinstein, veterinarian, author, and industry leader, shares his inspiring journey from kennel kid to hospital owner and consultant. He discusses leadership lessons, common practice management pitfalls, and the future of Veterinary medicine, dispensing actionable advice for aspiring vets, practice owners, and industry disruptors. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/34772730

Episode #48 - Dr. Henry Yoo 01/01/2025

Episode #48 - Dr. Henry Yoo Blueprint for Success In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Henry Yoo, a trailblazing Veterinary educator, consultant, and international speaker. With decades of expertise in preventive medicine, hospital management, and AI in Veterinary practice, Dr. Yoo shares insights on leveraging technology and teamwork for success. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/34679190

Episode #47 - Dr. Julie Cappel 12/23/2024

Episode #47 - Dr. Julie Cappel Everything in BalanceSeasoned veterinarian, coach, and leadership guru Dr. Julie Cappel shares insights into balancing a demanding Veterinary career with personal well-being. With more than 20 years of practice ownership and leadership experience, Dr. Cappel offers strategies on team dynamics, work-life balance, and professional growth. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/34578065

Episode #46 - Dr. Andy Maccabe 12/11/2024

Episode #46 - Dr. Andy Maccabe Inspiration and Transformation Dr. Andrew T. Maccabe, Global VP for Veterinary Education at Mars Veterinary Health, has been a tremendous inspiration to others. Discover how his Animal Health career—from mixed animal practice to public health leadership—shaped his innovative approach to advancing Veterinary education across 3,000 clinics worldwide. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/34394730

Episode #45 - Stith Keiser 12/09/2024

Episode #45 - Stith Keiser Empowering Practice Stith Keiser shares insights on empowering Veterinary practice owners to enhance team dynamics, client care, and profitability. As an adjunct faculty member and industry leader, Stith also discusses rural practice strategies, professional development, and his passion for building sustainable Veterinary legacies. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/34344700

Episode #44 - Dr. Karen Shenoy 11/04/2024

Episode #44 - Dr. Karen Shenoy Top of the Hill Dr. Karen Shenoy, Chief Veterinary Officer for Hill’s US, shares insights from her extensive Veterinary career, spanning roles in small animal practice, wildlife rehab, and Veterinary innovation. Discover her passion for mentorship, dedication to animal health, and the unique journey that shaped her leadership in Veterinary medicine. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/33781617

Episode #43 - Dr. Joel Parker 10/30/2024

Episode #43 - Dr. Joel Parker A Standing Ovation Dr. Joel Parker shares his journey from a new private practice owner to a leader in “Owner-Independent” Practice™ management. He reveals the strategies that transformed his practice and now fuel Parker Business Solutions’ mission to create thriving, Standing Ovation Practices. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/33682867

Episode #42 - Bruce Truman 09/23/2024

Episode #42 - Bruce Truman True to Form Bruce L. Truman, founder of BLT Technology and Innovation Group, has leveraged over three decades of experience in pet technology to advise companies on industry navigation and strategic partnerships. A founding member of the Veterinary Virtual Care Association, Bruce shares insights on innovations, future trends, and advice for entrepreneurs entering the evolving pet technology landscape. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/33172297

Episode #41 – Dr. Linda Black 08/21/2024

Episode #41 – Dr. Linda Black Therapeutic Effect Dr. Black is a leading expert in Animal Health biotechnology, currently serving as CEO of Gallant Therapeutics, where she pioneers stem cell therapies for pets. With over 18 years in biotech, she has extensive experience in regenerative medicine, having led R&D, corporate development, and commercialization efforts at top companies like Medicus Biosciences and VetStem Biopharma /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/32675902

Episode #40 - Rob Best 08/07/2024

Episode #40 - Rob Best The Best of The Best Rob Best, a neuroleadership and emotional intelligence expert, is a leader in unlocking workplace potential through cognitive science, identifying key behaviors for leaders, and developing strategies for innovative organizational cultures. He’s also gained tremendous insights from leading SAGE Global, as well as gleaning lessons from working with Ndaba Mandela and Kobe Bryant. /episode/index/show/thepeopleofanimalhealth/id/32476492

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