DYNAMIC VETERINARY BUSINESS AWARDS
Huge congratulations to all the Dynamic Veterinary Business Award winners! Really well deserved.
CELEBRATING OUTSTANDING INDEPENDENT VET PRACTICES
Leading the way in veterinary life and business
The primary goal of the Vet Dynamics Conference, is to shine a light on all Independent Vet Practices and the individuals behind them. We invite owners of independent practices to come together to celebrate the dedication, passion, and leadership that drive these practices forward and keep them at the forefront of veterinary innovation and client care.
The Dynamic Awards winners represent a select group of practices that have undergone significant transformations. Some changes may be small, while others are more substantial, but each has made a meaningful impact on people, passion, veterinary performance, and of course, pets.
Well done to all our nominees and winners – we’re really proud to be sharing your veterinary journey with you.
DYNAMIC STRATEGIES AWARD
Award Criteria
The Dynamic Strategies Award recognises and acknowledges those veterinary leaders who have diligently and effectively integrated the core Vet Dynamics principles into their long-term business plans.
These veterinary leaders show visionary skills and succeed in aligning their business needs with those of their teams, their clients, and their patients.
Winning Achievements
Matt Saunders, Director of Newton Clarke Veterinary Surgeons, has adeptly identified his interests, strengths and skill sets and now purposefully dedicates most of his time to tasks that only he can undertake. To achieve this, Matt has empowered his management and wider teams to utilise their own unique skill sets, confident that his expertise and support remain accessible when necessary. As a result, the team are more autonomous and able to achieve mastery in those areas they are most passionate about. Matt implemented his strategy seamlessly, creating a highly agile, innovative, and successful practice, that sets ambitious objectives and consistently meets them.
DYNAMIC LEADERSHIP AWARD
Award Criteria
The Dynamic Leadership Award honours veterinary leaders dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in practice, through impactful leadership.
These individuals exhibit exceptional leadership traits that promote a culture of growth and well-being within their teams, while also ensuring a healthy and efficient workplace.
Winning Achievements
Lauren Hamstead, Vet and Owner of Filey Vet Practice has faced various difficult decisions while guiding her team through several considerable challenges.
Throughout this journey, Lauren has demonstrated admirable leadership qualities, has led by example, committed to continual learning, invested in developing a leadership team, and nurtured and mentored those individuals personally.
The transformation in her team has been remarkable, with (even once-reserved) colleagues now confidently holding each other accountable. As a result of her dedication and resilience, Lauren has fostered a strong practice culture and achieved standards of excellence which are second to none.
DYNAMIC TEAMS AWARD
Award Criteria
The Dynamic Team Award recognises veterinary teams that have committed to a journey of growth, emphasising harmony, collaboration, performance, and engagement.
These teams prioritise each other’s development, dedicate themselves to ongoing improvement, foster team cohesion, and expand their roles and responsibilities as the practice evolves
Winning Achievements
Steven Goodear, Jess Derrick, and Karla Brown of Blacksheep Vets have diligently committed to enhancing their team culture and developing individuals within their team, while adeptly navigating the complexities of transitioning PMS systems, relocating their business, and addressing under-staffing issues. They’ve demonstrated trust, dedication, and resilience throughout all of these challenges and have made a significant cultural transformation as a result. The team collaborate effectively, communicating clearly, and the practice is operating even more efficiently. Collectively, the team of Black Sheep Vets are thriving. They tackle tough conversations with bravery, showcasing their impressive adaptability, compassion, and psychologically safe working environment, which enhances their well-being, client care and patient outcomes.
DYNAMIC PERFORMANCE AWARD
Award Criteria
The Dynamic Performance Award honours practice leaders who dedicate time to work on their business, rather than solely within it.
These practices prioritise planning and consistently achieve their clinical and financial objectives, leveraging the Vet Dynamics Index to identify, track, and enhance their clinical and performance opportunities.
Winning Achievements
Alex and Sarah McVey co-owners of Woolton Vet Centre, exemplify true dynamic performance. Personal and business plans are not only crafted, but also executed effectively. When the need for crucial decisions arises, they are made promptly, drawing on Alex and Sarah’s extensive leadership skills as well as the Vet Dynamics resources. Woolton Vets boast a reliable and established management team that shares the leadership responsibilities and have developed comprehensive budgets to enhance their financial planning. This results in a veterinary business that thrives on maximising improvement opportunities, and they show every indication of continuing this success well into the future! We’d also like to acknowledge Sarah’s devotion to an initiative designed to help independent practices attract and recruit new vet graduates into the independent community, by creating a centralised database of independent practices.
THE SHERIDAN AWARD
Award Criteria
In honour of the late John Sheridan, a visionary and pioneer in veterinary business, the Sheridan Award is presented to one distinguished practice each year to recognise leaders who demonstrate a commitment to advanced veterinary business development and exceptional care and leadership within the veterinary community.
Winning Achievements
Keith and Charlotte Mayne, Owners of Mayne Veterinary Surgeons, have invested numerous years honing their leadership abilities, establishing themselves as a standout independent veterinary practice.
They run a highly successful and innovative membership-only practice, a concept that remains quite unique in the veterinary field. Keith and Charlotte actively involve their management team and make use of planning tools, budgeting strategies, the Vet Dynamics Index, and management retreats. This approach helps them uphold exceptional standards in performance, clinical excellence, team development, and client care.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF THIS YEARS NOMINEES, AWARD WINNERS AND PLATINUM ACADEMY GRADUATES!
