Summit Articles

The Case for and Against Saturdays

The Return to Normal by Leslie A. Mamalis, MBA, MSIT, CVA

October 2022/November 2022 – Today’s Veterinary Business Magazine

If business is slowing, or even if it isn’t, you can take steps to stay on the right path.

Do you need a veterinary CPA? by Leslie A. Mamalis, MBA, MSIT, CVA

July 2022/August 2022 – Today’s Veterinary Business Magazine

If all you want is a talented tax preparer, take your pick.  For valuable business advise, look further.

Inflation Considerations by Leslie A. Mamalis, MBA, MSIT, CVA

April 2022/May 2022 – Today’s Veterinary Business Magazine

Give careful thought to how much you raise fees, and investigate whether you’re charging for all services rendered and products dispensed.

Who’s your go-to person? by Leslie A. Mamalis, MBA, MSIT, CVA

February 2022/March 2022 – Today’s Veterinary Business Magazine

A manager is an excellent solution for a do-everything practice owner hoping to spend more time on patient care.

Unpleasant Consequences by Leslie A. Mamalis, MBA, MSIT, CVA

December 2021/January 2022 – Today’s Veterinary Business Magazine

Your practice might not be worth what you expect if you don’t plan for its sale and leave the clinic with enough doctors.

How Average Are You by Leslie A. Mamalis, MBA, MSIT, CVA

October 2021/November 2021 – Today’s Veterinary Business Magazine

Don’t automatically fear the worst if your practice defies industry benchmarks. You might have good reason to be where you are.

Your Ownership Choices by Leslie A. Mamalis, MBA, MSIT, CVA

August 2021/September 2021 – Today’s Veterinary Business Magazine

Consolidator money is chasing multi-doctor practices. If you don’t want to start a clinic from scratch, consider buying an overlooked hospital or obtaining a small stake in a corporate transaction.

How to Account for your COGS by Leslie A. Mamalis, MBA, MSIT, CVA

June 2021/July 2021 – Today’s Veterinary Business Magazine

A list of codes can be as complex or as straightforward as you want. In the end, it will help you monitor and adjust your expenses and prices.

Ownership is a great idea by Leslie Mamalis, MBA, MSIT, CVA

April 2021/May 2021 – Today’s Veterinary Business Magazine

Nothing is guaranteed, but investing in and running a veterinary hospital can be a win-win financially and for your career.