IVC Evidensia is delighted to announce the Brilliant People Awards 2025 finalists ahead of the ceremony taking place on 3 June in Birmingham.
With almost 50 individual and team finalists across 11 different categories, this year’s Brilliant People nominations have showcased the incredible breadth of talent and the unwavering support within the IVC Evidensia network.
The winners will be announced during the gala dinner on the first night of Leaders’ Forum, held at the Hilton Metropole in Birmingham.
During the shortlisting process, the judges looked closely at how each nominee demonstrates IVC Evidensia’s core values:
We Care, We Share, We Dare. After careful consideration, this year’s finalists have been chosen in mind of their unique contributions and standout qualities.
From efficient management and support to enthusiasm and initiative, the 2025 finalists exemplify IVC Evidensia’s mission to provide the highest standard of care to its patients every day.
The Brilliant People Awards 2025 finalists
Client Hero
- Samantha Ward, Receptionist, Bilton Vet Centre
- Emma Jackson, Receptionist, Churchfield Vets
- Hannah Dunham, Receptionist, Grove Lodge Vets
- Joanne Earl, Receptionist, Rowe Group
Support Hero
- Debbie Poston, Practice Support Manager, Manor WM
- Kerri Howell, Client Care Manager, Inglis Veterinary Centre
- Kate Ellis, Operations Manager, Vale Vets Dursley
- Jane Hargreaves, Account Administrator, Willow Veterinary Centre
Local Hero
- Holly Jones, Practice Director, Croft Veterinary Centre
- Kelly Roberts, Practice Director, Green Lane Vets
- Maria Borrego & Abigail Evans, MRCVS & Veterinary Nurse, De Monfort Veterinary Hospital
- Elizabeth Sweeny, Veterinary Surgeon, Kilbarchan Veterinary Practice
Rising Star
- Michelle Demkova, Graduate Veterinary Surgeon, Downland Veterinary Group
- Morgan Howells, Veterinary Nurse, Highfield Veterinary Centre
- Bethany Roberts, Graduate Veterinary Surgeon, Myerscough Group
- Neve Curson, Receptionist, Terrington Veterinary Centre
Care Fund
- Lucy French, Veterinary Surgeon, Tern Veterinary Group
- Scarsdale Pride Clinical Team, Scarsdale Vets
- Spring Lodge Clinical Team, Spring Lodge
- Cedarwood Vets Clinical Team, Cedarwood Vets
Positive Pawprint Champion
- Alasdair Carswell, Senior Veterinary Surgeon, Oban Veterinary Centre
- Amy Vallance, Veterinary Nurse, Hook Veterinary Centre
- Eleni Koushiappi, Veterinary Surgeon, Kirks Vets
- Lisa Bloye, Veterinary Care Assistant, Terrington Vets
Veterinary Innovation
- Hannah Jones, Clinical Director, Avenue Vets
- Jennifer Grant, Head Veterinary Nurse, Dermatology Referral Service
- Nicola Garnham, Veterinary Surgeon, Burch Tree Vets
- Grace Flaherty, Veterinary Surgeon, Marple Vets
Clinical Excellence
- Hannah Langley, Head Veterinary Nurse, Highcroft Vets
- Anne-Marie Carr, Clinical Director, Milburn Vets
- Rebecca Medcalf, Veterinary Surgeon, Lime Tree Vets
- Liz Jennings, Veterinary Surgeon, Rowe Vets
Leadership Excellence
- Nicola Crompton-Hill, Practice Director, My Vets
- Paige Holmes, Head Veterinary Nurse, Burch Tree Vets
- Hannah West, Clinical Director, Maltman Cosham
- Melonie Bunting, Practice Director, London Road Vets
Area of the Year
Team of the Year
- Downlands Veterinary Group
If you are attending the event, please refer to Leaders’ Forum 2025 for more information.