Built with veterinarians.
Trained on real appointments.
Veterinarians do some of the most important work there is — yet the tools supporting them have fallen behind. HappyDoc was founded to change that. We work closely with veterinarians and train our AI on millions of real veterinary appointments, ensuring everything we build reflects the realities of clinical practice.
Our team brings together veterinary insight, engineering rigor, and product experience from modern software — all with the goal of reducing burnout, improving care, and giving time back to the people who need it most.
Meet our CEO

Working with these compassionate and forward-thinking professionals has only strengthened my commitment to empowering them with technology that enhances patient care and supports their essential work.”
Emerson Smith - Chief Executive Officer
☝️ Fun Fact
Started as a YouTuber making programming tutorials back in 2008—before it was cool.
Meet our team

Elyse Cherry, DVM
Veterinary Advisor

Elyse Cherry, DVM
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Veterinary Advisor
“As a veterinarian who faced burnout early in my career—often due to after-hours charting—I’m passionate about how AI can change that dynamic. By using HappyDoc, I’ve seen firsthand how it can ease the burden of documentation, allowing me to spend more time with my patients and less on paperwork. My hope is that through HappyDoc, you’ll find that your notes become more detailed, you complete them faster, and you get home on time—just like I do.”
Elyse's furry families: Two cats, Salty and Dr. Pepper, three goats, Poppyseed, Sesame, and Cinnamon Raisin and one dog, Philly Cream Cheese
🐉 Fun Fact
Competitive Dragon Boat racer!

Darko Socanski
Fractional Chief Financial Officer

Jim DeLano
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Veterinary Advisor
“As an Account Executive for HappyDoc, I have a passion for building strong relationships with all the people I meet. With a background in dog rescue, I’ve developed a deep love of all animals. I have two wonderful dogs and cats, I enjoy spending my free time with them, whether it's hiking, exploring new parks, or simply relaxing at home."

Brian Voelschow
Head of Engineering

Jim DeLano
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Veterinary Advisor
“As an Account Executive for HappyDoc, I have a passion for building strong relationships with all the people I meet. With a background in dog rescue, I’ve developed a deep love of all animals. I have two wonderful dogs and cats, I enjoy spending my free time with them, whether it's hiking, exploring new parks, or simply relaxing at home."

Christopher Ford
Director of Growth

Jim DeLano
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Veterinary Advisor
“As an Account Executive for HappyDoc, I have a passion for building strong relationships with all the people I meet. With a background in dog rescue, I’ve developed a deep love of all animals. I have two wonderful dogs and cats, I enjoy spending my free time with them, whether it's hiking, exploring new parks, or simply relaxing at home."

Drew Binkley
Senior Product Designer

Drew Binkley
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Senior Product Designer
"I’ve been in design for over 20 years, and it’s something I truly love. Simplifying the complex and making life a little easier for others brings me great joy.I’ve also always loved pets, especially dogs, since I was a kid. My dog Perry reminds me daily how much joy they bring, just by being there.At HappyDoc, I strive to make life easier and more joyful for our clients through thoughtful design, so they can do the same for their clients and love what they do every day."
Also pictured: Perry the Platypus
🏃 Fun Fact
Perry the Platypus, the dog, is named after Drew’s four kids' favorite show, Phineas and Ferb. The family also has two cats, Phineas and Ferb, and Perry, a 3.5-year-old Australian Shepherd.

Alex McHardy
Senior Software Engineer

Alex McHardy
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Senior Software Engineer
“I get a kick out of building useful things – and I get to do that at work! HappyDoc gives me the chance to work on something that genuinely improves people's daily lives. I love knowing that the code I write helps veterinarians spend less time on paperwork.”
🛶 Fun Fact
I was on a Ukrainian arm wrestling team.

Jenna Quisenberry
Account Executive

Jenna Quisenberry
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Account Executive
“As an Account Executive for HappyDoc, I have a passion for building strong relationships with all the people I meet. With a background in dog rescue, I’ve developed a deep love of all animals. I have two wonderful dogs and cats, I enjoy spending my free time with them, whether it's hiking, exploring new parks, or simply relaxing at home."

Ashley Smith
Executive Assistant & Events Manager

Ashley Smith
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Executive Assistant & Events Manager
“I am passionate about creating meaningful experiences and building connections. As an EA and marketer, my work at HappyDoc allows me to have a part in giving veterinarians back more of their work-life balance and helping them to stay present - whether it’s in an exam room with patients or around the dinner table with family.”
🐴 Fun Fact
I’ve been scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef to help on a research project analyzing the health of the coral and surrounding wildlife.

Tree Archibeque
Account Executive

Jim DeLano
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Veterinary Advisor
“As an Account Executive for HappyDoc, I have a passion for building strong relationships with all the people I meet. With a background in dog rescue, I’ve developed a deep love of all animals. I have two wonderful dogs and cats, I enjoy spending my free time with them, whether it's hiking, exploring new parks, or simply relaxing at home."

Doug Flaherty
VP of Strategic Accounts

Doug Flaherty
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VP of Strategic Accounts
“I'm passionate about both maintaining a vibrant lifestyle and innovation in technology. HappyDoc combines these two passions for me since we help to improve people's and animals' lives in meaningful ways all while pushing forward cutting edge technology.”
Also pictured: The late Sir Walnut Flaherty the 1st AKA "Wally"
🤘 Fun Fact
Most famous for creating the best live reenactment known to mankind of the opening scene to Disney's "Mulan" (self-proclaimed).

Liz Ewing
Customer Success Manager

Liz Ewing
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Customer Success Manager
“With 10+ years as a veterinary technician, I’ve seen burnout up close. That experience sparked a passion for improving the quality of life for veterinary professionals. Protecting work–life balance matters—getting home for dinner, making space for family, and sustaining the people behind great medicine. HappyDoc felt like a natural fit because it shares those values and helps give time back."
🤘 Fun Fact
I have 2 Dogs Roxy (8yr Carolina dog) and Lincoln (8yr Boxer/ Lab mix).

Randy Burrows
Business Development Advisor

Randy Burrows
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Business Development Advisor
“Bringing my 35+ years of Animal Health Industry experience to the table, I’m loving working with HappyDoc and being on the cutting edge of new ways to help veterinarians practice."
🤘 Fun Fact
I raced horses professionally for 15 years before beginning my career in Animal Health.

Scott Skender
Software Engineer

Jim DeLano
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Veterinary Advisor
“As an Account Executive for HappyDoc, I have a passion for building strong relationships with all the people I meet. With a background in dog rescue, I’ve developed a deep love of all animals. I have two wonderful dogs and cats, I enjoy spending my free time with them, whether it's hiking, exploring new parks, or simply relaxing at home."

Shareefa Jaffer
Go-to-Market Consultant

Jim DeLano
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Veterinary Advisor
“As an Account Executive for HappyDoc, I have a passion for building strong relationships with all the people I meet. With a background in dog rescue, I’ve developed a deep love of all animals. I have two wonderful dogs and cats, I enjoy spending my free time with them, whether it's hiking, exploring new parks, or simply relaxing at home."

Eddie Estrada
Account Executive

Jim DeLano
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Veterinary Advisor
“As an Account Executive for HappyDoc, I have a passion for building strong relationships with all the people I meet. With a background in dog rescue, I’ve developed a deep love of all animals. I have two wonderful dogs and cats, I enjoy spending my free time with them, whether it's hiking, exploring new parks, or simply relaxing at home."

Malcolm Cusack
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Software Engineer
“I am passionate about empowering veterinarians by saving them time and reducing costs through enhanced workplace efficiency. At HappyDoc, I dedicate myself to creating streamlined solutions that allow veterinary professionals to focus on what they love most—caring for animals. By optimizing their operations, I help foster a more effective and fulfilling environment for both vets and their clients.”
💰 Fun Fact
Addicted to Facebook Marketplace
