Robertson, Jyothi

Dr. Jyothi Robertson, a distinguished board-certified shelter medicine veterinarian, boasts an impressive track record spanning more than two decades within the multifaceted realm of the animal sector. Dr. Robertson is celebrated on a global scale as a visionary thought leader, commanding the stage as an internationally renowned speaker on an extensive array of topics, ranging from overarching themes to remarkably specialized subjects, all centered around animal health, personal well-being, and effective leadership. Jyothi is the esteemed Owner and Principal Consultant at JVR Shelter Strategies, where she delivers highly specialized consulting services to animal welfare and associated organizations. Additionally, she stands as the visionary founder of the Journey You Own, a nonprofit initiative aimed at raising awareness about the interconnected nature of mission-driven sectors. Her impactful endeavors have taken her to five continents, where she has delivered engaging speeches and keynote addresses at over 150 conferences and events. This remarkable journey recently culminated in her delivering the keynote welcome address to a captivated audience of 2,500+ individuals at the 2023 Humane Society of the United States' Animal Care Expo. Dr. Robertson's commitment extends to her active involvement over the past two decades in numerous national boards and committees, including the Association of Shelter Veterinarians, Human Animal Support Services, the American Veterinary Medical Association, Shelter Animals Count, Fear-Free Advisory Board, and the California Veterinary Medical Association. In various executive leadership roles, she continues to play a pivotal part in advancing their missions. Jyothi's veterinary practice goes beyond the ordinary, as she generously volunteers her time to make a positive impact, offering essential veterinary services to unsheltered populations and under-resourced communities in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her professional passions encompass a wide spectrum, including shelter medicine, access to veterinary care, innovative organizational design, and the emotional and mental well-being of mission-driven professionals. Presently, Dr. Robertson resides on the ancestral lands of the Ramaytush Ohlone people in the San Francisco Bay Area of California, where she shares her life with her husband, three children, two dogs, three cats, and one tortoise.