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ABOUT JEFF THOREN, DVM

Jeff's Biography

Dr. Jeff Thoren is the founder of Gifted Leaders LLC.  His personal mission is to bring joy and fulfillment to individuals and to transform organizations into renewed workplaces by emphasizing effective leadership and nurturing a positive and inspiring team culture.

This passion for leadership and effective organizational culture has developed over a 23-year professional career including experience in both private and corporate sectors.  An International Coach Federation (ICF) certified coach trained at the Adler School of Professional Coaching, Jeff has a strong interest in liberating personal and organizational potential, particularly through one-to-one coaching relationships with others.  His passion is to help people live authentic and meaningful lives.

A graduate of Washington State University with a bachelor's degree in Veterinary Science (1981) and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree (1984), Dr. Thoren worked as an associate veterinarian in small animal practice in western Washington from 1984-87. In 1987, he left private practice to serve as a Professional Service Representative with Hill's Pet Nutrition. He stayed with Hill's until 1994 when he joined Novartis Animal Health as the Regional Technical Manager for the Pacific Sales Region before moving to Greensboro , NC as Associate Manager of Professional Services in 1995. He became Manager of Professional Services in 1998.

From October 2000 through June 2005, Jeff served as the Director of Professional Recruitment and Development for Pet’s Choice, Inc., a family of 46 community veterinary hospitals and specialty practices in five U.S. States.  His primary goal there was to help transform Pet’s Choice into an employer of choice within the veterinary profession.

Jeff’s Unique Qualities:
  • Enthusiastic and imaginative.

  • Known for creative, innovative thinking.

  • Sees future possibilities, has insight and long-range vision.

  • Excels at building trust, influencing others, and developing professional relationships.

  • Enjoys coaching and teaching, helping people to develop their potential.

  • Demonstrates focus and commitment.

  • Enjoys learning, considering new ideas, reading and writing.

  • Wants to make a significant contribution and to have a purpose beyond a paycheck.

  • Described by Pet’s Choice senior executive as “the conscience” of the organization providing direction and balance to the system.

Jeff lives in sunny Chandler, AZ.

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