VetEvolve is pleased to announce the appointment of Joseph Giles as its new Chief Executive Officer. With a proven track record of driving organizational growth and fostering purpose-driven cultures, Joseph will lead VetEvolve in its next phase of strategic and operational expansion.
Joseph brings over 20 years of leadership experience across healthcare, private equity, and professional services. Joseph brings with him a building and growth mindset co-founding several healthcare companies in veterinary medicine, pediatrics, and critical research. Most recently, he served as co-founder/CEO of Midwest Vision Partners, where he oversaw significant growth in delivering eye care services across the Midwest. Previously, Joseph was the COO of Athletico Physical Therapy, leading operational excellence across a multi-site platform. His career also includes roles at Vista Equity Partners and Barclays, where he honed his expertise in investment banking, mergers and acquisitions, and operational transformation.
“Joseph’s deep expertise in scaling healthcare organizations and his passion for building meaningful relationships with teams and clinicians make him an ideal leader for VetEvolve,” said Jessica DeCesare, Chief People Officer. “We are excited to have him at the helm as we continue our people-first approach while delivering exceptional value to our partner practices and the communities we serve. Working together as a team with Joseph’s leadership will help us take VetEvolve and our individual practices to exciting new heights.”
Joseph holds a JD, MBA, and BBA from the University of Michigan, reflecting his lifelong commitment to learning and innovation.
“I am honored to join VetEvolve as CEO,” said Joseph Giles. “The organization’s dedication to putting our people first while supporting veterinary practices and improving care for pets and their families aligns perfectly with my own values, experience, and vision. I look forward to working alongside this talented team to drive sustainable growth and make a lasting impact.”
VetEvolve’s Co-Founder and former CEO, Nick Lodestro, will remain on the Board of Directors and is committed to assisting the company and its mission in this role. “Joseph’s dedication to culture and growth coupled with his vision and leadership style are closely aligned with VetEvolve’s values,” said Lodestro. “I am proud to be making this transition together.”
Based in Chicago, Joseph enjoys running, traveling, and spending time with his wife, two children, and their Golden Retriever, Maddie.
Since its founding in 2014, VetEvolve has built a strong internal infrastructure with an emphasis on providing veterinary professionals with meaningful support and opportunities for professional growth. With 38 practices in 5 states, VetEvolve is well-positioned to continue its mission of reaching more practices, enabling veterinary professionals to deliver exceptional pet care at new levels.