Chris Watkins

Senior Operations Advisor

Chris has over 20 years of experience in the veterinary profession, serving as a practice manager and credentialed veterinary assistant at a multi-site, AAHA-accredited hospital group.  Chris’ hospitals were sold to corporate buyers, providing him with a unique seller perspective to understand what drives valuation for a corporate buyer.

Chris brings strength and experience in practice management operations, software functionality and practice efficiency. Chris maintains CE for several designations and certifications, including CVBL (Certified Veterinary Business Leader), CCFP (Compassion Fatigue Certified Professional) and AVA (Approved Veterinary Assistant). Believing in the importance of lifelong learning and expanding his knowledge base, he currently attends classes at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He is also working towards completing the requirements to sit for the CVPM (Certified Practice Manager) examination. Outside of work, Chris enjoys the culinary arts.