Industry Partners
Thank you to our industry partners for supporting the OVMA and our public relations program.
Find out more about becoming an industry partner and our other advertising opportunities.
Elanco Animal Health Plus Partner
Elanco is a leading innovation-driven corporation committed to developing a growing portfolio of best-in-class and first-in-class pharmaceutical products to enable veterinarians to help pets live longer, healthier, higher quality lives.
Oregon Representatives:
Ryan Chamberlain, (509) 760-2638
Dr. Jacqueline Neilson, DACVB, (503) 358-6701
Practice Tips:
Do You Understand the New Standards in Client Care?
Inventory: We Will Survive But We Will Look Different
Unleashing Your Pharmacy’s Potential: Why it Matters
Architectural Werks, Inc.
Providing veterinary architecture, space planning, consultation, and construction administration services throughout the Pacific Northwest since 1969.
Oregon Representative:
Jeff Clark, AIA, (425) 823-2244
Practice Tips:
Dealing with Noise in Veterinary Facilities
Floor Materials 101 - Polished Concrete
Managing Odors in the Practice
Remodeling Your Practice? Things to Consider
The Hospital of the Future is Now
AVMA PLIT
The AVMA PLIT offers business, personal and professional liability insurance products for veterinarians. PLIT-sponsored products are available to AVMA and student AVMA members. The PLIT has been serving veterinarians since 1962 and its mission is to provide a valuable AVMA member service that protects the assets and reputations of the participants and enhances the image of the profession.
Sales and Service Center:
800-228-PLIT (7548)
Practice Tips:
After the Disaster: Safety Tips for the Clean-Up
Classifying Employees Properly on Your Workers' Compensation Policy
Essential Disaster Planning for Veterinary Practices
Managing an OSHA Inspection
Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
Safety and Security After Hours: Protect Your Practice Against Crime
Top 7 Business Insurance Mistakes Made by Veterinary Practice Owners
BnK Construction, Inc.
Veterinary and Pet Care Facilities are a unique and specialized type of construction that demands a qualified and experienced contractor. BnK Construction, Inc. can assist you in all aspects of your project from site selection, equipment procurement, design on through complete construction. Please visit our Web site to discover what BnK can do for you!
For more information, contact:
Heather Hippenstiel or Bill Ludwig at (503) 557-0866
Practice Tip:
Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica
Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, a family-owned company, is dedicated to improving the lives and well being of animals.
Oregon Representatives:
Gina Wood (N. Portland / S.Washington): (360) 903-8822
Deb Mason (S. Oregon / Bend): (503) 507-9177
Tashia Fernandez: (360) 852-6159
Jamey Freels (Cattle): (503) 577-6720
Tom Schwarzer DVM (Professional Services): (816) 206-4053
Butler Schein Animal Health
We provide nationwide service to veterinarians through the distribution of pharmaceuticals, biologicals, capital equipment and clinic supplies. Our friendly, knowledgeable sales team can provide your practice with exceptional service. We are here to be your value based, solution driven distributor of choice!
To find your representative, please call:
(888)-My1-BSAH (691-2724)
Founders Financial
Under OVMA endorsement, Dick Busby of Founders Financial Group provides veterinarians with an array of insurance and financial services. Mr. Busby also provides financial services to AVMA members. Bruce Mackey has joined Founders as a Financial Professional.
For more information, contact:
Dick Busby, (971) 204-0383
Bruce Mackey, (503) 222-9471
Practice Tip:
Disability Business Overhead Insurance
Disclaimer: Richard Busby & Bruce Mackey offer securities through AXA Advisors, LLC (NY, NY 212-314-4600), Member FINRA, SIPC and offer annuity and insurance products through AXA Network, LLC. Founders Financial Group is not owned or operated by AXA Advisors or AXA Network. Wealth Management Strategies and AXA Advisors, LLC are represented by experienced financial professionals delivering business, retirement, financial and estate planning strategies. Many financial professionals associated with the firm have attained professional designations such as CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM Professional (CFP®), Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC), or Chartered Life Underwriter® (CLU). In addition, AXA Advisors, LLC includes professionals with backgrounds in the fields of law, accounting, pension plan design and administration, and other financial disciplines. IMPORTANT: This promotional information and any related discussion of American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) group insurance are not approved or endorsed by AVMA, AXA Advisors, LLC (and its affiliates), Richard Busby, and Bruce Mackey are not affiliated or associated with AVMA. AGE-80601 (09/12)(Exp. 09/14)
Merial, Ltd.
Merial is a world-leading, innovation-driven animal health company, providing a comprehensive range of products to enhance the health, well-being and performance of a wide range of animals.
Oregon Representatives:
Bruce Ashenbrenner, District Manager: (541) 914-2046
Chuck Barnes, Eastern Oregon: (253) 229-7355
Gaea Walker, Northwestern Oregon: (503) 894-3085
Kevin Dennis, Portland Metro: (503) 780-6156
Chris Gaub, Southern Oregon: (541) 602-8571
Practice Tips:
Clinical Pearls: Tips for Talking to Clients About Flea Control
Michael Kovsky, DVM & Steve Correa, DVM, MBA
Helping veterinarians purchase or sell veterinary medical practices and real estate; practice evaluations, negotiation or facilitation services; financing alternatives; and career structuring.
Oregon Representatives:
Dr. Michael Kovsky, (425) 681-8842 or drkovsky@me.com
Dr. Steve Correa, MBA, (253) 548-4578 or steve@ibainc.com
Practice Tips:
Access to Ownership
Beware of Thumb Rules for Practice Sale Price
Strategies for a Successful Veterinary Practice Purchase
Utilization of a Practice Broker
McCoy Foat
McCoy Foat and Company, PC
If you’re looking for a friendly, energetic CPA partner, come to McCoy Foat. You’ll feel the difference the first time you walk through our door. That’s because we’re not about numbers – we’re about families, businesses and the people who run them. Numbers are just necessary tools for achieving your goals. Contact us for your tax preparation and planning, accounting (with Certified Quickbooks Advisors on staff), exit strategies or business valuation needs.
For a consultation, please contact:
Mark Foat, CPA, CBA, CFF (503)-650-1040 or mefoat@mccoy-cpa.com
McCoy Foat Wealth Management Group
As a division of McCoy Foat and Company CPAs in West Linn, Oregon, Mackenzie Martin with McCoy Foat Wealth Management Group is part of a team of highly motivated individuals dedicated to the financial health and well-being of our clients characterized by superb quality and service. Our strength is generated from long-term commitment to our clients and our communities. Mackenzie Martin provides guidance for investments, insurance (life/disability/long term care) and financial planning.
For a consultation, please contact:
Mackenzie Martin, (971) 204-1200 or mbmartin@mccoyfoatwmg.com
Registered Representative offering securities through Independent Financial Group, LLC (IFG). Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisor serviced offered through Rx Investment Solutions, LLC a Registered Investment Advisor. McCoy Foat Wealth Management and Rx are not affiliated with IFG. Office of Supervisory Jurisdiction 340 Oswego Pointe Drive, Suite 204 Lake Oswego OR 97034. OR Insurance License #708320
Practice Tips:
Financial Tidbits & Tax Tips for 2012
10 Point Checklist for Clinic Financial Wellbeing
10 Point Checklist for Personal Financial Wellbeing
Planning for Premature Death or Disability
Staying on Course: Successful Management of New ERISA Fee Disclosure Rules
The Tax Man Cometh: 2013 Tax Changes
For Equine Owners:
Salzsieder & Associates, TPSG, LLC
We are independent brokers in the Pacific Region of Total Practice Solutions Group. TPSG is a nationwide group of veterinarians, brokers, attorneys and business experts. We meet your practice needs with Buyer Representation, Seller Representation, Appraisals, Financing Assistance, Management Consulting, Contract Negotiations, Legal Representation, Transition Planning and Real Estate Sales and Leasing. As a veterinarian, attorney and Accredited Valuation Analyst (AVA) Karl Salzsieder is uniquely qualified to provide practice owners and future buyers with honest, experienced advice to find value in your practice, to assist in the practice sale and to get clients results in the succession planning area.
Representatives:
Karl Salzsieder DVM, JD, AVA, (360) 636-1228 or karl@tpsgsales.com
Carey Salzsieder COO, Sales Associate, (360) 636-1228 or carey@tpsgsales.com
Simmons & Associates Northwest
We work exclusively with veterinarians, representing buyers, sellers, and facilitating transitions for both practice and real estate. We also perform practice appraisals for a variety of purposes. Dave is one of fewer than ten DVMs in the nation who is also an Accredited Valuation Analyst (AVA). Nikki is a CPA and Certified Management Accountant. This combination gives us a unique perspective to help veterinarians increase profitability and maximize practice value.
For more information, contact:
Dave Gerber, DVM, AVA or Nikki Quenette, CPA, CMA at (208) 664-3100 or northwest@simmonsinc.com
Practice Tips:
Avoiding the Pitfalls in a Practice Sale
Does My Long Term Associate Own Some of the Goodwill in My Practice?
Practice Appraisal as a Management Tool
Stand-Alone Medical Records Have No Value
Unraveling the Mystery of Practice Appraisals
Valley Insurance Professionals
Valley Insurance Professionals is an independent, full-service insurance agency, authorized to represent the AVMA GHLIT. In addition to being the authorized representatives to the OSU College of Veterinary Medicine, we are able to help practicing veterinarians with the needs of their family or business. Offerings include Life, Medical, Disability, Long Term Care, Medicare Solutions, Auto, Home, and Liability. Contact us today for a comprehensive review of your insurance plan. Enjoy LIFE...we've got the rest covered!
Representatives:
Brian Schneider, (503) 480-0499 or brian@valleyinsurancepro.com
Lisa Schneider, (503) 480-0499 or lisa@valleyinsurancepro.com
Practice Tip:
Insure the Life of Your Business
Veterinary Group Purchasing Organization LLC
Veterinary purchasing/buying group exclusively for privately owned veterinary practices. VGPO negotiates more favorable pricing on products and services by leveraging the purchasing power of the total VGPO membership.
For more information, contact:
Jan Miller, (503) 686-3814, janmiller@veterinarygpo.com
Mackenzie Martin, (503) 686-3814
