Putting People First.
We believe that the most successful partnerships are built on collaboration and trust. That’s why people are at the heart of everything we do, and the focus of every decision we make.
Our Executive Team
Carollee Brinkman
Chief Executive Officer
Over the course of more than 25 years, Carollee has brought her people-centric leadership style to a range of healthcare industry companies. She’s dedicated her entire career to partnering with doctors to build and operate healthcare companies across the country. Her passion is creating cultures where medical autonomy thrives, and best-in-class support is provided to partner hospitals. Raised on a ranch in southwestern North Dakota, Carollee received her Healthcare and Business Administration degree from Concordia College. Aside from spending time with her husband and daughter, she enjoys hiking, skiing, and traveling adventures with her family and friends.
Kristin Moritz
Chief Operating Officer
Kristin received her BS in Management Science and Engineering and her MBA from Stanford University. She has over 20 years of experience working with private equity-backed businesses in education, health care, and veterinary medicine, and has devoted her career to building operational processes and programs to support doctors and practice team members. In addition to leading the operations team to support and grow WVP’s portfolio of practices, she is passionate about mentorship, people development, and creating educational opportunities for all team members.
Kevin DeWitt
Chief Development Officer
Kevin brings more than 15 years of investment banking and corporate development experience to his role. Throughout his career, he’s helped drive over 300 M&A transactions and structured and raised $20bn+ of debt capital for both public and privately owned companies. Kevin received a BS in Finance from Miami University of Ohio. He lives in Denver, CO, with his wife and two boys. Outside of work, Kevin enjoys playing golf, traveling with his family, and supporting his hometown professional sports teams.
Peter Jacobson
Chief Financial Officer
Peter has over 15 years of finance and accounting leadership experience, including over ten years serving as a Chief Financial Officer. His career has spanned high-growth businesses across a range of industries. Peter is a Certified Public Accountant and received his undergraduate BA with honors from Harvard University and his MBA from Stanford’s Graduate School of Business.
Mike Ferguson
Chief People Officer
Mike has spent over 20 years in the Human Resources field. He has successfully led HR and corporate culture initiatives for businesses experiencing rapid growth and consults for a range of industries. Mike received his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University. He lives in Denver with his wife, two daughters, and a rambunctious golden retriever. Outside of work, Mike enjoys traveling with his family, running marathons, competing in mountain bike races, and skiing in the beautiful Colorado Mountains.
Matthew Bradshaw
Chief Legal Officer
Matt brings more than a decade of legal counsel and business management experience from both within and outside the veterinary industry. He received his undergraduate degree in Business Management from Brigham Young University and his law degree from William & Mary School of Law. Matt lives outside Boise, Idaho, with his wife and five children. He enjoys coaching his children’s athletic teams, volunteering within his community, and mentoring young entrepreneurs.
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Recognitions
Denver Business Journal Awards
- Fast 50
- Most Admired CEO
- Largest Private Companies
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