I extend my deepest gratitude to Dr. Bob Murtaugh for his unwavering support, wise counsel, and generous mentorship throughout this endeavor. His guidance has been invaluable, and I am sincerely thankful.
My gratitude extends as well to the Praxis Editorial Board, whose expertise, experience, and careful stewardship strengthened this work at every stage.
Finally, I offer my heartfelt thanks to each of the distinguished contributors whose dedication, insight, and tireless effort brought this double publication to life:
• Stacy Anderson, DVM, PhD, DACVS-LA• Brenda Bence, MBA• Adam Christman, DVM, MBA• Jill Clark, DVM• Mark de Wolde, DVM, MRCVS• Marshall Goldsmith, PhD, and Kelly Goldsmith• Eleanor M. Green, DVM, DACVIM, DABVP• Kevin M. Hannon, PhD• Shari Lanning, MS, DVM, CVA, CVPP, CCRT• Bob Lester, DVM• Bob Murtaugh, DVM, MS, DACVIM, DACVECC, FCCM, FNAP• myVETgroup• David Park, DO, FAAFP, FACOFP• David Pisarra, Esq.• Brian Sick, MD, MHA, FACP, FNAP• Apryl Steele, DVM, CAWA• Julie Stuckey, DNP• Kristin Welch, DVM, DACVECC• Gary Willoughby, MPA
A Note on the Wildlife
Throughout these pages, readers will encounter a remarkable array of exotic wildlife. These images are far more than decoration. Each animal was chosen deliberately to reflect the leadership qualities and defining characteristics of the contributor it accompanies.
Just as a thriving ecosystem depends on the contributions of many different creatures, our professions depend on leaders who bring distinct perspectives, talents, and temperaments to the work. The contributors to this publication represent that diversity. Some lead with quiet wisdom, others with bold determination; some through steady mentorship, others through innovation and vision. Together, they form a community whose collective strength far exceeds the sum of its parts.
We invite you to consider each animal as you read, to reflect on the qualities it represents, and perhaps to recognize some of those same qualities within yourself. Leadership, after all, is not reserved for a select few. It lives in each of us, waiting to be discovered, cultivated, and shared.
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