MissionVetMgrCentral is committed to providing excellent managers for the veterinary and pet industry. We encourage every qualified manager to strive for certification as a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager. We encourage those interested to join our industry and to consider veterinary practice management as a career goal. We support and honor the human/animal bond. We support and encourage active membership in industry associations.
Gwen founded VetMgrCentral in 1992. She co-authored Marketing Made Easy, a veterinary specific marketing book, and is also the producer of VetQuiz, a training board game for veterinary hospital staff. In addition, Ms. Lowder completed VMC, Inc.'s School of Practice Management in 1989. You can email her at
Julia conducts all initial candidate interviews and reference checks. She has talked with hundreds of veterinary management candidates over the years and has developed a skill in asking the right questions to gain a greater understanding of candidate personality and a sense of their management style. Julia has successfully placed dozens of veterinary practice managers, many of which are still with in the original practice placed. You can email her at
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Gwendolyn Lowder has over 25 years of experience in the
field of veterinary medicine. Ms. Lowder has worked as a kennel assistant,
veterinary technician, mid-wife to mares, receptionist, anesthesiologist
and practice manager.
Julia Runyan has worked with Gwen for over six years and has worn many hats for VetMgrCentral; office manager, marketing director, and now recruiter. Julia co-authored Marketing Made Easy, as well as played an integral role in development and marketing of VetQuiz. Julia graduated from San Diego State University with a B.A. in Biology. Upon graduation, she worked in a veterinary hospital as a veterinary assistant and eventually moved on to biological research at The Salk Institute in La Jolla, CA.
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