Scrubs to start-ups: A vet’s path through locuming to business ownership
20 Nov 2025
Exhibitor Showcase Theatre 3
Practice Innovation
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Leadership and Management
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Learning and Development
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Practice Management
Join me as I share insights from my journey transitioning from veterinarian to entrepreneur, and how these two worlds intersect to drive practical innovation. While veterinary training emphasises patient care, I discovered that core skills such as problem‑solving, empathy and a commitment to continuous improvement also form the foundation for building impactful businesses. Crucially, I’ll explore how working as a locum can provide a low‑risk runway to entrepreneurship, giving you flexibility, commercial exposure, stronger professional networks and the cash flow to test ideas before you take the plunge.
Throughout this transition, I faced challenges that forced me to think differently, embrace risk, and grow through failure. Applying lessons from veterinary practice to entrepreneurship opened doors to new opportunities and allowed me to develop solutions that benefit the wider veterinary community.
Whether it's enhancing service delivery, streamlining operations, or improving professional connections, clinical experience can power meaningful innovation. This talk explores the synergy between veterinary medicine and entrepreneurship, offering practical takeaways for those considering a similar path. By blending passion with purpose, we can drive transformation and create lasting change within the veterinary field and beyond.
- Understand the transferable skills between veterinary practice and entrepreneurship - attendees will learn how core skills developed in veterinary practice such as problem-solving, empathy, and critical thinking can be leveraged in the world of entrepreneurship.
- Identify key challenges in transitioning from veterinarian to entrepreneur - participants will gain insight into the specific challenges faced when moving from clinical practice to business ownership and how to overcome them.
- Explore the role of innovation in veterinary entrepreneurship - learn how embracing innovation and technology can drive positive change in the veterinary industry, from improving patient care to streamlining operations.
- Understand the importance of blending passion and practicality in entrepreneurship - discover how combining a deep passion for veterinary care with a practical, business-driven approach can lead to successful ventures that benefit both the industry and the community.
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