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Kyle has spent the majority of his career in financial positions within multi-site healthcare segments, including the behavioral health and senior living sectors. As an operations-oriented CFO, Kyle is focused on maintaining EverVet’s strong financial well-being and implementing effective systems to help streamline management tasks for our practice partners. He is committed to providing constant support to our veterinary hospitals, as they provide outstanding and passionate care to pets and pet parents.

Kyle holds a BS in Accounting and MBA in Finance from Goldey-Beacom College.

In his free time, he enjoys the outdoors, boating, and spending time with his wife and son.

Dr. Heard is the practice owner and head veterinarian at Maryland’s Severna Park Veterinary Hospital, which has consistently been voted the community’s Best Veterinary Hospital for 15 years and counting (2005–2020).

Named the 2018 Business Person of the Year by the Greater Severna Park and Arnold Chamber of Commerce, Dr. Heard holds both a BS in Poultry Science and a DVM from the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine.

What do you enjoy most about working in vet med? As a lifelong animal lover, I was always interested in finding a way to bridge that passion with my professional life. I can’t think of a more fulfilling way to do so than to help animal hospitals ensure that pets are getting the care they need to stay healthy and happy!

Why I chose EverVet: EverVet’s customized approach to partnership makes so much sense to me and I’m excited about being a part of an organization that helps veterinarians preserve their legacy on their terms. Any organization is only as good as its people, and I was not only impressed with EverVet’s deeply experienced corporate team, but also don’t think I could find a kinder, smarter, more compassionate bunch of folks to call my colleagues.

Tell us about your pets! Dayton is my 14-year-old black lab who has been by my side since we were both young pups. Like any good lab, she’s incredibly food-driven (not unlike her mom), lives for affection, and even at 14 still has a playful streak that keeps us laughing.

Over the course of his career, Len has thoughtfully guided many practice owners through the once-in-a-lifetime journey of selecting the partner that best serves their needs and goals. As a former operations leader, he brings an operator’s perspective to the development and acquisition process, creating an experience that is both transparent and seamless. With a commitment to making a positive impact on the veterinary profession, Len ensures that EverVet offers practice owners a rewarding partner relationship — one that represents an ideal personal and professional synergy, provides their practice with a home, and nurtures its growth for years to come.

Len holds a BA from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA in Finance and Healthcare Management from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

In his free time, he enjoys cycling and hiking the great Philadelphia area parks with his wife and daughter.

Brian brings to EverVet more than 25 years of experience in creating and developing HR initiatives for start-up and high-growth companies and driving business results by leveraging innovative technology and talent management strategies. Having helped a previous employer earn a “Best Place to Work” award, his focus is on fostering a positive workplace culture.

Brian holds a BS in Human Resource Management & Communication Studies from Muhlenberg College.

Bonnie has over 25 years of experience in leadership and program administration. Prior to entering the veterinary field, she worked in human and social services, specializing in children’s mental health and program development. Bonnie is passionate about developing highly efficient and effective systems and empowering her teams to always maximize their potential. She loves to see employees grow and accomplish both their personal and professional goals.

What do you enjoy most about working in vet med? I enjoy working with people with extraordinary compassion and who truly understand the power and depth of the human-animal bond.

Why I chose EverVet: I chose EverVet because of their values of teamwork, empathy, transparency, and integrity. I’m a firm believer that one’s own values should closely align with those of their employers. When this happens, the work becomes passion.

Tell us about your pets! Outside of work, I can be found training and competing in conformation and performance events with my Curly-Coated Retrievers.

What do you enjoy most about working in vet med? The people! Veterinary team members are my tribe, and it is so rewarding to support the people who dedicate their lives to providing care for our furry loved ones. No one is more compassionate, hard-working, or talented than those working in veterinary medicine.

Why did you choose EverVet: EverVet’s partnership model offers the ideal combination of support and direction while still allowing each hospital to maintain their unique history and values. I was thrilled to join the EverVet team and contribute to this progressive vision for veterinary care and practice management.

Tell us about your pets! I have a 15-year-old Tortoiseshell cat named Juanita. She is a typical tortie, very spicy, and a complete diva!

Erika has over 17 years of experience working professionally with animals, starting as a Veterinary Assistant, and growing into a Practice Manager in several states. Through her travels, Erika has always remained steadfast in her dedication to the clients, patients, and team members in her hospitals. Erika is motivated by creating and nurturing a positive workplace culture that focuses on inspiring her teams to provide exceptional care. A firm believer in continuing education, she remains ready to learn something new in every scenario.

Erika and her husband live East of Cleveland, OH and have one dog, four cats, and two horses. In her free time, Erika loves to be outside with her husband and animals, either gardening, hiking, or trail riding.

What do you enjoy most about working in vet med? Veterinary professionals are generally very kind and such a pleasure to work with. It is still, in my mind, one of the noblest professions. I learned early on in my career as a sales professional that there was little I could do to educate a veterinarian about different medications, but I could help them manage their businesses to increase compliance, profitability, workflow, and culture. My mission is to remove any obstacles I can so that they can do what they do best which is treat animals!

Why I chose EverVet: EverVet’s mission and values align with mine. I love that we partner with hospitals rather than dictate to hospitals. I love that we work together as a team to protect the hospital’s legacy while continuing to grow and serve patients.

Tell us about your pets! We have an 8-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Poppy that looks like a perpetual puppy but is the boss of the house while also being the sweetest dog ever. We also have Daisy, a 3-year-old Great Dane that is the ultimate attention seeker who keeps us on our toes in a constant state of chaos but is also a complete lovebug and self-proclaimed lap dog.

What do you enjoy most about working in vet med? It might be a bit of a cliché to say helping animals, but it’s truly accurate. Being a voice for our community’s pets and assisting them when they can’t communicate their needs is incredibly rewarding.

Why I chose EverVet: EverVet provides both autonomy and a wonderful support system, enabling hospitals to deliver the best possible care tailored to their community’s needs while offering essential support and understanding for the teams within each hospital.

Tell us about your pets! I have three cats — Zoey, Charlie, and Macaroni. Zoey is my OG kitty, I’m convinced Charlie is from outer space, and Macaroni is my orange bow-tie (changed seasonally, duh!) wearing guy! I’m also typically never seen without something that needs to be bottle-fed: kittens, puppies, squirrels, you name it!

Matt has over 35 years in business, both within human health and pet health. Matt has a passion for teaching, coaching, and mentoring people in all aspects of business. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business administration, with minors in project management and human resources.

Matt is a constant learner and observer of people, processes, and systems, looking for ways to help and not hinder progress. Matt also holds a certification as a human behavior analyst.

In Matt’s downtime, he enjoys his family activities. You can find Matt and his family on the baseball field in some capacity through coaching a team, umpiring a game, or just watching his son play. Matt married his high school sweetheart and has two adopted boys. He and his family live in South Carolina and love all things the South has to offer. His two cats and dog keep the house interesting daily.

Steve has worked as an operational leader for over 20 years and in the human health industry for over 11 years, with most of his experience in practice integrations, both strategically and operationally. He feels strongly about building systems and processes that will continue the strong relationship hospitals have with their pet parents and team members.

In his free time, Steve likes to enjoy the outdoors with his wife and two children.

Jackie “JV” has spent the last 25 years working in the optometry field, in many different roles, but has always had a passion for animals. She joined EverVet in 2022, as EverVet’s Vendor Integration Coordinator.

Jackie works closely with the finance and integration team assisting with the spending and transfer of vendors’ accounts during the integration process. She is committed to making sure the integration process is a smooth transition and the doctor and staff have everything they need to ensure the veterinarians and their staff have all the things they need to take care of their patient’s needs when they come into the office.

With nearly 20 years of experience in the Controller role, Mike has built and developed strong accounting and finance teams for early-stage hypergrowth private equity-led companies. He also has experience in the veterinary space, where he supported a newly formed multi-service pet care platform that grew to 17 locations in 6 states during his time there.

At EverVet, Mike focuses on building strong relationships across all areas of the company and maintaining the financial foundation that supports our growing business.

He has a BS in Accounting from DeSales University and lives in South Jersey with his wife, 3 children, dog, and cat.

Daniel has spent the past 15 years working in the finance segment for both production and multi-site healthcare companies, managing integration projects and performing various operational and finance roles. Daniel is focused on delivering executive and operational support by managing finance-driven initiatives and integrations.

During his spare time, Daniel enjoys the outdoors, golf, darts, and spending time with his wife and two kids.

Daniel holds a BS in Accounting from Wilmington University.

Chrishaw is an experienced accountant with a deep history of working in both the nonprofit and healthcare sectors and a firm understanding of the growth and development of the pet industry.

Chrishaw holds a B.S. with a focus in Business Management – Accounting and Finance from Eastern University — where he also played on the men’s basketball team — and is a current CPA candidate pursuing an MBA in Accounting at Thomas Jefferson University.

What do you enjoy most about working in vet med? Combining my passion for marketing with my love for animals has always been a heartfelt aspiration. There’s no greater satisfaction than realizing that our team’s dedication and hard work are making a meaningful impact, not just on our hospitals, but also on the beloved fur babies and their caring parents whom they serve.

Why I chose EverVet: EverVet’s mission, values, and dedication to pets resonate deeply with my own. I appreciate that their business model focuses on fostering genuine partnerships and providing comprehensive support to veterinary hospitals without imposing major changes to their identity, branding, or systems. This commitment speaks volumes about the genuine passion driving our company and its team members.

Tell us about your pets! I have an energetic mix named Easton, who’s a blend of Labrador, Border Collie, and Newfoundland, at 8 years old, along with Oakley, my lively 1-year-old Border Collie. They both adore swimming and playing fetch.

For 15+ years, Danny has worked collaboratively with veterinarians, prioritizing relationships and providing insights from his experience in online business models, manufacturing, diagnostic consulting, hospital practice management, and distribution. He brings a listen-first approach to understanding practice owners.

Danny holds a BS in Marketing from Boston College.

For the past 7 years, Jack has partnered with veterinary practices to help them grow their pharmacy and tackle challenges that are unique to their individual practices. Jack focuses on finding out each practice’s individual needs and tailors his approach to help them address any challenges that may arise.

Before working in the veterinary industry, Jack was a financial advisor who focused on growing wealth, retirement planning, and family protection for individuals and their families. Jack has a strong passion for helping others reach their financial goals.

In his spare time, Jack enjoys camping with his wife Nicole, daughter Hallie, and their dog Hula. He is also very passionate about playing golf and exercising.

Senior Associate of Business Development Vince has worked in the veterinary profession for 4+ years. In that time, he has spoken with many practice owners about the opportunities and challenges that are unique to them and their practices. Vince’s goal in every conversation is to understand personal objectives and help create a plan to achieve them.

Vince holds a BS in Accounting from Penn State University.

For the past 6 years, John has worked in various accounting and transaction roles. From tax to audit to transaction advisory services, he has a wide range of skills that help ensure that owners get the right value for their practice. In his spare time, John enjoys playing soccer, golf, snowboarding, and spending time with his two cats, Marble and Misty.

In addition to a CPA certification, John holds a BS in Accounting from Calvin University.

Alexa has worked in the animal care industry for over 5 years. She started as a veterinary technician in the Philadelphia suburbs — working alongside veterinarians and their teams and embracing the same challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.

Alexa’s goal is to understand each veterinarian’s motives and needs to accomplish their individual life objectives while ensuring continued ownership of the medicine they practice.

Kellie brings over 15 years of dedicated experience in the veterinary field, beginning with her role at a leading diagnostic laboratory and extending to her impactful work with one of the nation’s largest veterinary buying groups. With 12 years specializing in mergers and acquisitions, Kellie excels in assisting veterinary practice owners to successfully transition their businesses.

Her expertise in the acquisition process is matched by her commitment to understanding and achieving the unique goals of each veterinarian she partners with. Kellie’s strategic insight, coupled with her hands-on approach, ensures a smooth and beneficial transition, making her a trusted ally for those looking to navigate the complexities of selling their practice.

Kellie’s collaborative mindset and dedication to continuous learning highlight her integrity and commitment to delivering exceptional results. Her goal is to not only meet but exceed the expectations of veterinarians seeking to explore growth opportunities and achieve successful, rewarding outcomes.

Outside of her professional life, Kellie enjoys quality time with her husband, Marc, their two children, and their two dogs.

Ryan is very excited to be a part of the EverVet Partners team. For 17+ years, he has been involved in recruiting. His first 13 years were spent in human medicine and his last four years have been in veterinary medicine.

Ryan has had the pleasure of leading recruiting teams for many years and his top priority is to serve his team, his hospitals, and his candidates.

Lindsey has been working in the HR field for three years. She currently holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Lindsey found her passion within the Human Resources field shortly after college and has always had a passion for animals. EverVet is the perfect combination of both. Lindsey thrives in situations where she is helping people, and problem-solving.

Outside of the office, Lindsey enjoys spending time with friends, family, and her two dogs Zeke & Lacey.

Michelle realized she had a passion for HR while working at a small home healthcare agency during college. She went on to spend most of her career in the healthcare and reinsurance industries, and she now thrives on new challenges and the ability to make a meaningful impact across many areas.

Outside of the office, Michelle enjoys concerts, yoga, and spending time with her pride and joy, Billy the cat.

In addition to a PHR certification, Michelle holds a BS in Business Management from West Chester University.

As an accomplished owner/practitioner at Philadelphia’s Northern Liberties Veterinary Center and partner at Art Museum Veterinary Center, Dr. Pirok strongly believes in the principles of interventional wellness programs and healthy lifestyles for pets.

Dr. Pirok holds a BS in Biology from UCLA and a VMD in Small Animal Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania. She is also a member of the AVMA and the Delaware Valley Veterinary Medical Association.

Dr. Hallam became Medical Director at Tri-State Veterinary Hospital after owning & operating it for decades. Having a mixed animal VMD for a father, with the hospital attached to the family home, offered a lifetime of practice management & veterinary experience.

Her daughter, Darby, is completing her DVM at this time to become a third-generation veterinarian.

Dr. Hallam was Scholar Athlete of her class at Amherst College and then received her VMD at the University of Pennsylvania. She has expertise in various disciplines, including Ultrasonography, Echocardiography, Acupuncture, Pain Management, Feline Medicine, Geriatric Care, and Internal Medicine.

What do you enjoy most about working in vet med? I thrive on helping people overcome obstacles, whether it’s a CSR wanting to feel more confident in their role, a client struggling to understand an issue with their pet, or a hospital team striving to improve their internal communication. It’s very rewarding to contribute to someone’s success and celebrate wins together.

Why I chose EverVet: EverVet stands out among other partnership groups because we recognize each of our hospital teams as unique and special. We are here to collaborate and help them realize their full potential, while maintaining their identity in the community and optimizing the experience for their patients and clients.

Tell us about your pets! I have a very spicy street cat from Queens, a female tuxedo named Pesto. She has fully embraced domestic life but does not hesitate to show her scrappy side at the vet! (Shout-out to all of the Fear Free Certified Professionals out there.) My path to the veterinary profession was paved by my “mini pittie,” Sophie, who passed away in 2011. My memories of her continue to inspire and motivate me every day.

What do you enjoy most about working in vet med? I really enjoy the opportunity to connect with passionate professionals dedicated to animal care and well-being. Building relationships with prospective employees who share a commitment to veterinary medicine is incredibly rewarding.

Why I chose EverVet: Working with a diverse range of veterinary practices keeps the job dynamic and engaging!

Tell us about your pets! I have two English Mastiffs, Marlon is three and Sadie is 2 and a half. A lot of dog, a lot of drool, and a lot of love ❤️

What do you enjoy most about working in vet med? I love supporting veterinarians, veterinary teams, and pet owners in taking amazing care of their animals. Whether it’s designing materials to share in the exam room, introducing a new veterinarian on social media, or creating branded corporate resources, I love helping people who help pets. When we all come together and offer our unique skills and talents, we can do amazing things for animals and the people who work tirelessly to serve them.

Why I chose EverVet: Since childhood, I’ve had two passions: creativity and animals. At EverVet, my passion and purpose come full circle and each day is meaningful. When I create designs and content with EverVet, I am supporting a veterinarian, educating a pet owner, or assisting a veterinary professional. Essentially, I am helping people help pets, and that fills my cup!

Tell us about your pets! I won the “pet lottery” twice. First, when I found my dog Tilly as a stray 6-month-old Pomeranian puppy in South Philadelphia. She has a big personality and is intelligent, playful, and sweet. Next, when I moved to Phoenix, AZ, I helped raise a litter of kittens that had been abandoned in the Target parking lot. Bottle-feeding was one of the most gratifying experiences of my life and the two cats we adopted from the litter, Inosuke and Nezuko, are my literal babies!