Jen Brandt, PhD, LISW-S, is AVMA's Director of Member Wellness and Diversity Initiatives. Dr. Brandt received her PhD in Social Work and her Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University. Dr. Brandt has served in several roles at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, including Director of Individual and Organizational Development; Director of Health and Wellness; Director of Student Services and founder and coordinator of the Honoring the Bond Client Support Services Program.