Wendy Hauser, DVM is the founder of Peak Veterinary Consulting and has practiced for 35+ years as an associate veterinarian, veterinary practice owner and relief veterinarian. She has worked in the animal health industry as a pet health insurance executive and as a technical services veterinarian. As a strong believer in ‘giving back’, she has served on the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) Board of Directors and in the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) governing body, the House of Delegates. She is a member of the AVMA Veterinary Economics Strategy Committee.

Dr. Hauser, passionate about education and innovation, partners with both industry partners (established and start-up/early stage) and individual veterinary hospitals. As a regular presenter at veterinary conferences and frequently published author, she is a thought leader in topics encompassing hospital culture, communication, operations and leadership.

Dr. Hauser lives in the Denver Metro area with her husband Edmond and their black Lab Oliver. She has two grown children; her son is a consultant in the energy field and lives in the Denver Metro area. Her daughter graduated from Tulane School of Medicine and is in the second year of an OB-GYN residency.

Dr. Jules Benson is a strategic and pragmatic leader with a unique combination of experience and skills in the veterinary industry. These include specialized expertise in data and technology, almost two decades as a veterinary industry executive, and experience as a strategist and marketer for leading animal health companies. His career focus lies in using data-driven approaches to improve the lives of animals, animal stakeholders, and veterinary healthcare teams.

Dr. Benson has held various leadership positions, including VP of Pet Health and Chief Veterinary Officer at Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, Head of Medical Strategy at Circa Healthcare, and Chief Veterinary Medical Officer at Petplan Pet Insurance. In these roles, he has demonstrated his ability to drive transformational change, build incredible teams, and create fresh and differentiating thought leadership. 

Dr. Benson has been a dedicated advocate for the veterinary industry throughout his career. He currently holds the position of Vice-Chair of the Veterinary Innovation Council and is a founding member of the MentorVet Advisory Board. His expertise is widely recognized, making him a sought-after speaker at animal health conferences, webinars, and podcasts. Additionally, he has extensive experience in national and regional print and video media.

He shares his home in Fort Collins, CO with his wife (Melissa), two cats (Jethro, and Penguin), dog (Bean), and seven(ish) bicycles.

Alex Cohen has over a decade of expertise in Data, Analytics, and AI, including five years working with Pet Health Data.

As the Chief Technology Officer of ABC Intelligence, Alex spearheads a team that creates innovative products designed to unlock the full potential of Pet Health Data.

Through their VetGenus platform, Alex and the team harness the power of Data to drive significant advancements in Research, Marketing and Operations, ultimately enhancing the well-being of animals worldwide.