Energizing the Veterinary Industry Through Engaging Discussions

Industry Outlook Amid COVID-19 with AVMA Chief Economist

07/20/2020 | Matthew Salois, PhD, Chief Economist, Head of Economic Division, American Veterinary Medical Association

The COVID-19 pandemic will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on us as a society and on every industry across the globe. CVP is pleased to partner with Dr. Matt Salois, Chief Economist of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), to host a discussion on the impact of COVID-19 on the veterinarian industry. Dr. Salois will present industry data and trends and share his valuable insights on how and when the veterinary industry may recover, opportunities for the future and other factors that we should pay close attention to. Dr. Salois has been using economics to translate data into insights for the veterinary industry for more than 8 years, with a strong focus on keeping pets and people healthy. Please join us in this thoughtful discussion with Dr. Salois. Matthew Salois, PhD, Chief Economist, Head of Economic Division, American Veterinary Medical Association Dr. Matt Salois is an executive-level analytics leader with experience developing research strategies and leading teams of analytical professionals to unlock actionable insights hidden inside data to deliver value to businesses and organizations while also promoting social change. He is skilled in distilling complex information into fact-based and compelling data-driven stories that are powerful and persuasive. Prior to joining the AVMA in 2018, Dr. Salois was the Director of Global Scientific Affairs and Policy for Elanco and Chief Economist, Director of Economic Research & Market Research for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Guidance for Approaching Your Financial Health with Student Debt

06/24/2020 | Andrew Rotz, CFP, CCF, Director of Personal Finance and Financial Literacy for NC State University's College of Veterinary Medicine

There is a financial burden with becoming a veterinarian today and many young associates, recent grads and students are faced with the challenge of managing their student debt while establishing their careers. Community Veterinary Partners is pleased to partner with Andrew Rotz, CFP, CCFP, Director of Personal Finance and Financial Literacy at North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, in hosting this educational discussion designed to demonstrate that there are options available to help our young associates and students in managing their student debt while establishing a healthy financial life for themselves and their families. This discussion will also be beneficial for veterinary Practice Owners and Practice Managers seeking to understand the student loan repayment challenges confronting today’s young associates and new graduates. Content will include debt repayment and financial planning examples based on real-world examples and guidance on how to figure out your own approach to repaying student debt. Andrew Rotz, CFP, CCF, Director of Personal Finance and Financial Literacy for NC State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine Andrew’s focus in his role as Director of Personal Finance and Financial Literacy for NC State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is to educate the DVM and Graduate Student populations and facilitate sound financial practices throughout the community via didactic and para-curricular working sessions in addition to one-on-one holistic financial counseling sessions. He believes that reasonable and thoughtful personal choices over extended periods lead to financially successful individuals. Prior to joining NC State University’s CVM, Andrew was an active duty U.S. Naval officer and spent time with Fidelity Investments, where he earned his Series 7, Series 63, Series 66, and Life & Health Insurance licenses, in addition to his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional credential. He continues to serve as an officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve as an Information Warfare Officer specializing in Space Operations while continuing his work to expand the financial literacy and wellness programs at NC State University. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida while completing the ROTC program prior to his commissioning into the U.S. Navy. He earned his Certified College Financial Consultant credential to better support his students and is currently working towards his MBA at NC State University with a focus in Finance.

COVID-19 Restrictions are Loosening, Now What?

06/04/2020 | Frank Muggia, Partner, Harris Beach

The restrictions placed on businesses by local, state and national governments created a number of challenges for veterinary practices. And now, as restrictions are starting to lift, veterinary practice owners are left to figure out how to safely see patients, deliver an exemplary customer experience, protect their teams, all while not exposing their businesses. Community Veterinary Partners is happy to partner with Harris Beach to bring Frank Muggia, leading veterinary practice attorney and President of the American Veterinary Medical Law Association to veterinary practice owners to answer these questions, as well as help to provide guidance on whether or not to require clients to wear masks and if you should require temperature checks for anyone entering your facility. Frank Muggia, Partner, Harris Beach Frank is a leading veterinary attorney and is nationally known in the field of veterinary law and ethics. As an attorney for Harris Beach, he has been involved in the buying and selling of veterinary practices nationwide, is well-versed in all aspects of veterinary practice law, and counsels small animal, equine, bovine and exotic animal practices. Frank is also the incoming President of the American Veterinary Medical Law Association.

Navigating the COVID-19 Quagmire for Veterinary Practices

05/21/2020 | Frank Muggia, Partner, Harris Beach / Scott Piper, Attorney, Harris Beach

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to bring new levels of uncertainty to veterinary practices and navigating the complexities of protecting your staff while seeing patients and ensuring you are making sound business decisions can be daunting. Community Veterinary Partners is happy to partner with Harris Beach to bring Frank Muggia, leading veterinary practice attorney and President of the American Veterinary Medical Law Association and Scott Piper, a partner who regularly advises veterinary practices on labor and employment issues, to veterinary practice owners and industry partners to address ways veterinary practice owners can be compliant while navigating the COVID-19 quagmire, continue to see patients while protecting their teams and avoid potential missteps while taking advantage of the Federal Government’s Paycheck Protection Program.

Frank Muggia, Partner, Harris BeachFrank is a leading veterinary attorney and is nationally known in the field of veterinary law and ethics. As an attorney for Harris Beach, he has been involved in the buying and selling of veterinary practices nationwide, is well-versed in all aspects of veterinary practice law, and counsels small animal, equine, bovine and exotic animal practices. Frank is also the incoming President of the American Veterinary Medical Law Association.Scott Piper, Attorney, Harris BeachScott brings extensive private practice and in-house counsel experience in all areas of labor and employment litigation to his client engagements. He represents employers in the wide range of labor and employment law matters, from intricate employment class action lawsuits to litigation involving all types of workplace disputes such as claims of unlawful termination, discrimination, harassment, and unpaid wages or benefits. Scott’s practice includes preparing and negotiating separation packages and advising on contractual issues such as employment agreements and non-compete agreements.