A friend reminded me that wood — an object of strength and durability — is the traditional gift when a relationship reaches five years. That deep-rooted symbolism seems fitting when I think of the sprouting of Today’s Veterinary Business.
When this journal launched five years ago this month, we vowed in an introductory letter “to provide diverse, interesting and relevant content in every issue … to help you with your veterinary business.” I must say, thinking about your feedback and loyalty, that we delivered on that promise. Several dozen awards, starting with Today’s Veterinary Business being named “Best New Magazine” by the Florida Magazine Association, validate the high level of journalism we practice.
When someone asks me what makes this journal so special, I always credit the writers, nearly all of whom work full time in the veterinary profession and are recognized experts in their chosen specialties. Keeping a finger on the pulse of the industry, they know from one month to the next what’s trending, what matters to our 55,000 subscribers, and what many of you desire to learn to help build your business and enhance your life away from work.
While the number of columns and their variety have grown over the years — from 13 regular features in 2017 to 17 today — I’d be remiss not to recognize the nine columnists who trusted me when I invited them to join a start-up magazine and who are still here. So, a huge “thank you” to Dr. Ed Branam, Mark Cushing, Trey Cutler, Dr. Amanda Donnelly, Dr. Bob Lester, Leslie Mamalis, Dr. Natalie Marks, Dr. Jeff Thoren and Sandy Walsh.
This issue is the 31st in our history and the first with a “best of” feature. Starting on Page 44, you’ll meet a number of high-achieving female veterinarians — 22 for 2022 — and learn about their personal lives and their advice to the younger generation.
Please take a minute to email me at kniedziela@navc.com and let me know what you think about Today’s Veterinary Business and what you’d like to see in issues 32 and beyond.