Katherine Dobbs, RVT, CVPM, PHR, began as a registered veterinary technician in 1992. In 2006 she became a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM), and founded the Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Practice Association. In 2008, she created interFace Veterinary HR Systems, LLC. Katherine became a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) in June 2008, and a Compassion Fatigue Specialist in 2009. Katherine has been published in various industry journals in the United States and Canada, and has published two books through AAHA Press. She teaches on VSPN, and her public speaking experience includes many national, regional, and state meetings and conferences. Katherine was voted the 82nd Annual Western Veterinary Conference Practice Management Continuing Educator of the Year in 2010.