CASCO Pet appoints new CTO to drive product development

Global animal housing provider CASCO Pet has appointed Avi Solomon as its new chief technology officer (CTO) to drive product development and technological innovation.

The newly created position strengthens CASCO Pet’s executive team as the company continues its aggressive growth strategy and expands its global market presence across the veterinary and pet retail sectors.

Solomon is a founding member of Modern Animal, a former product manager at IDEXX, and a former veterinary nurse. He brings with him more than two decades of hands-on experience advancing veterinary care through innovative design and technology.

As head of Product at Modern Animal he led the creation of integrated electronic medical records, client-facing apps and systems connecting hospitals to external services.

Prior to that, he worked at DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital, where he used technology to guide clinical operations, developed the first veterinary-adapted blood bank management system and co-founded a global educational platform, atdove.org.

In his new role, he will be responsible for developing CASCO Pet’s technology ecosystem – advancing artificial intelligence (AI) integration, data analytics and connected devices.

With a focus on real-world clinical application, Solomon will lead product design and development to drive “impactful, practical innovations that can be integrated into existing workflows, to maximise clinical relevance and effectiveness”.

Solomon said: “After 25 years in the veterinary industry, I’ve learned that real breakthroughs grow from compassion and a respect for the day-to-day realities of practice. CASCO Pet couples a proven business with a bold spirit of innovation, and that combination is rare. I’m honoured to be joining the team to help build on this great work, spark new ideas, and deliver tools that lighten clinicians’ workloads while improving life for pets and their families.”

Matthew Bubear, CASCO Pet CEO, added: “Avi is a real asset to the team. His considerable expertise in building tools that streamline clinical operations, improve patient outcomes and set new industry standards aligns perfectly with our business mission and values.

“We revolutionised veterinary clinical housing with the introduction of WELLKennels and we are excited to build on this innovation to further advance pet wellness and improve the working lives of veterinarians.”