Meet the Team

Meet the Team

Sheila A. Fitzpatrick
Founder, DVM, CEPA, CVA, REALTOR®

Dr. Sheila Fitzpatrick, founder of VP Veterinary Advisors and VP Veterinary Recruiters, hails from Ellicottville, a charming ski town in upstate New York, just south of Buffalo. Her early years were marked by a deep love for skiing, leading her to become one of the top ten downhill skiers in the United States. She now resides in the scenic town of Vail, Colorado, with her daughter and actively competes in Cutting Horse Competitions as a member of the NCHA.

Dr. Fitzpatrick earned a BS in Veterinary Science from Colorado State University in 1987 and a DVM from the Colorado State College of Veterinary Medicine in 1991. She began her career as a practice consultant for the American Animal Hospital Association in 1991, working on Veterinary Practice Benchmarking and Veterinary Practice Valuations.

In 1993, Dr. Fitzpatrick established her veterinary practice in the Vail Valley of Colorado, which she successfully ran until 2021 when she sold the thriving four-DVM practice to a renowned corporate aggregator. Alongside her full-time veterinary practice, she ventured into commercial real estate, acquiring, designing, developing, and managing a multi-tenant commercial property. While working for a corporate aggregator, Dr. Fitzpatrick assisted with the creation and execution of veterinary externship programs and helped procure new prospects for acquisitions, working with selling DVMS through the acquisition process.

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John McCoy
Commercial Broker, REALTOR®

John McCoy is a seasoned professional in the real estate industry, boasting over four decades of experience as a Commercial Broker and Realtor®. With an unparalleled understanding of the market and a reputation for excellence, John has built a distinguished career marked by integrity, expertise, and a commitment to client success.

Throughout his extensive career, John has demonstrated a keen ability to navigate the complexities of commercial real estate transactions. His comprehensive knowledge spans a wide range of property types, including office buildings, retail spaces, industrial facilities, and multifamily dwellings. From representing buyers and sellers to negotiating lease agreements and facilitating property management services, John's breadth of experience makes him a trusted advisor in all facets of the commercial real estate process.

 

Liz Guiducci
Marketing

Liz Guiducci recently graduated from Colorado State University, where she majored in Marketing and International Business. During her time at CSU, she was deeply involved in campus life and served on the Dean's Student Leadership Council. In this role, Liz played an integral part in initiatives aimed at enhancing the College of Business for future students. Her dedication and leadership skills were evident as she worked tirelessly to improve the student experience and foster a supportive academic environment.

In addition to her coursework, Liz pursued her passion for marketing by earning two valuable certificates: one in Marketing Research & Data Analytics and the other in Marketing Branding & Communication. Her commitment to excellence and her outstanding academic performance earned her the distinction of graduating Summa Cum Laude and receiving the Delta Sigma Pi Scholarship Key award.

Outside of her academic pursuits, Liz has a deep love for the outdoors and enjoys spending her free time fly fishing in the beautiful Colorado wilderness. She is also a passionate sports fan and can often be found cheering on her favorite teams, especially during hockey and football season.

When she's not casting her line or watching a game, Liz treasures spending quality time with her friends, family, and beloved pets. She shares her adventures with her loyal Golden Retriever, Piper, and her mischievous Tuxedo cat, Tippet. Whether exploring the great outdoors or simply relaxing at home, Liz finds joy in every moment and embraces life with enthusiasm and positivity.

"Working with Sheila on the purchase of our second practice was wonderful.

It felt like every day there was always some crisis or new thing that no one expected but Sheila was always on top of solving it. She came with research, data, and solutions and she has never met a dead end. And as a bonus, she is always kind and professional and cares a great deal about what she does. I thoroughly enjoyed working with her and I would hands down use Sheila as a broker again."

Amy Sword-Hewes, RVT, Chief Operations Officer / North Powers Animal Hospital / Airway Veterinary Hospital

"Sheila was wonderful at helping me through the process of selling my practice.

I would never have gotten the deal I did without her help. She shepherded me through meetings with my veterinary accountant and lawyer, as well as all the communications with the corporations and mounds of reports and paperwork. I feel lucky to have met her!"

Nan Boss DVM, Best Friends Veterinary Center

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