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Garri is the founder of biotech venture capital firm LongeVC, one of the earliest and most knowledgeable VCs in longevity. He is also an angel investor with several exits in both human and pet health, and is an advisor to several companies, nonprofits, and ecosystem initiatives. He is a vocal advocate for making biotech breakthroughs available to more people (and their pets).

Dr. Kaeberlein is a leading animal aging researcher, founding Director of the Healthy Aging and Longevity Research Institute, and Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He has published over 200 papers, serves on the editorial boards for Science, eLife and GeroScience, and is the Editor-in-Chief for Translational Medicine of Aging. He is also the former President of the American Aging Association and serves on the Executive Committee and Board.

Jay has launched multiple industry-specific seed funds and consults with the pet care industry on incubations, pitch competitions, and sourcing early-stage investments. He is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Active Capital, which has led Nestle-Purina's PetCare Innovation Prize and Founder’s Network for the past 8 years.

Caroline is veterinarian and animal health strategy expert working in the animal health and nutrition sectors across the US, Europe and globally. She spent ten years at Zoetis where she served as Vice President of Commercial Development & Lifecycle Management for Ruminants. She also led Global Marketing for Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health. Caroline earned her MBA from Columbia University and her DVM from Tufts University.

Ivy League graduate turned top NFL draft pick, hedge fund executive and successful entrepreneur. Founder and CEO of Spot Group, a premier pet services business with partnerships across real estate, Fortune 500, travel and hospitality companies. Founded, built and raised the capital for the venture through a network of strategic high-net-worth individuals, private equity and strategic partners. Successfully sold the company in 2017 to a large, strategic brand in the same industry. Has since been a Senior Consultant, Board Member and Fundraiser in the pet, vet and animal health space.

Anna is the founder of Basepaws, a leading animal health and pet genetics company focused on using DNA technology for early disease detection. Basepaws won numerous awards including 3x appearance on Shark Tank. In 2022, Basepaws was acquired by Zoetis. Today, Anna serves on the board of Petco Love, focusing on pet health innovation and philanthropy. With a deep background in scaling businesses and building brands, she advises startups on everything from navigating acquisitions to strategic growth.

Dr. Artem Trotsyuk is a bioengineer and computer scientist by training. Artem experience focuses on on early stage investments (pre-seed, seed, up to Series A), supporting entrepreneurs turn their ideas and visions into successful companies. Outside AniVC, Artem is a lecturer in Stanford University on bio-entrepreneurship programs. Artem's research interests lie in bioengineering, gene editing, wearables, CRISPR therapy, regenerative medicine and ethical use of data in drug development.

Aurora leads fundraising and investor relations at AniVC, and at the human-focused longevity fund, LongeVC. Former VP at Bernstein Private Wealth, with roles in private equity and capital acquisition in real estate. Former business school professor and State Department official. Published author, Stanford MBA, MPhil from Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, and AB in Classics from Harvard. Her rescue dog, Arwen, is her pride and joy.

Dr. Lairmore is the immediate past dean of the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. During his tenure, he led strategic initiatives across six academic departments, the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, and several research centers. His efforts expanded clinical trials, global health programs, diversity initiatives, and student services, including mental health support. Under his leadership, the school achieved top rankings globally and raised over $300 million. A board-certified expert in pathology, virology, and immunology, he is a member of the National Academy of Medicine and a Fellow of multiple scientific societies.

Dr. Marks has empowered the veterinary industry with over twenty-five years of unparalleled and diverse experience. Her career spans a variety of positions, including being an associate veterinarian, medical director, and co-owner of the largest and premier small animal practice in Chicago. She is also an active mentor, president of her educational consultancy company, media personality, entrepreneur, and angel investor. Dr. Marks is an award-winning veterinarian, including Nobivac Veterinarian of the Year and America’s Favorite Veterinarian.

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