From Vet Nurse to MD: Trust-First Leadership with Caitrina Oakes

Episode notes

I chat with Caitrina Oakes, Managing Director of Vetoquinol UK & Ireland. From veterinary nursing to leading a global animal-health leader, Caitrina shares her values-driven approach to leadership, routines that support focus, and the power of exercise to reset the mind. She reveals how a trust-first culture and candid conversations drive performance, plus the impact of a Management Excellence Programme on team effectiveness and retention. What You Will Learn: Self-awareness and leveraging your unique leadership identity Stress management through exercise and disciplined planning Building honesty and accountability to boost morale and results Tune in to gain practical leadership insights, explore Caitrina’s journey, and discover how to lead with clarity, courage, and compassion. Here’s to your shining!

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