Shawn McVey

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Pathway Vet Alliance

   Dec 2014 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   At Pathway Partners, my purpose is to grow shareholder wealth by acquiring, operating, and growing veterinary practices. As Chief Executive Officer, I apply my knowledge of best practices to provide the framework for, plan, direct, and improve veterinary care services in our partner practices.Responsibilities include-Lead administrative staff in the implementation of the goals and objectives of Pathway Partners in alignment with the mission statement-Hold administrative team accountable for all areas of performance-Assist with identifying new veterinary services-Identify potential future locations-Work with CFO/Controller to maintain the fiscal viability of the company-Mentor team members to be effective leaders and communicators-Provide inspiration and communicate vision to all employees-Plan and direct negotiations pertaining to mergers, joint ventures, acquisitions, and sales-Oversee adequacy and soundness of the organization’s financial structure-Review operating results of the organization and compare them to established objectives-Conduct periodic SWOT analysis-Serve on governing boards of professional organizations as a representative of Pathway Partners-Establish and maintain effective communications systems throughout the company-Provides advice, guidance, and direction to the administrative staff

Education

• College of the Ozarks

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

  1981 — 1985

• University of Houston

  Master of Science (M.S.), Political Social Work

  1991 — 1994

• University of Houston-Clear Lake

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Behavioral Sciences

  1988 — 1991

Skills

• Leadership
• Practice Management
• Management
• Team Building
• Coaching
• Nonprofits
• Marketing Strategy
• Hospitals
• Entrepreneurship
• Veterinary
• Training
• Veterinary Medicine
• New Business Development
• Strategic Planning
• Business Strategy
• Public Speaking
• Customer Service
• Healthcare
• Business Development
• Leadership Development
• Communication
• Small Business