Our Mission
Our mission is to empower and support the veterinary industry by providing innovative solutions and exceptional resources to ensure the highest standards of animal care and safety.
Our mission is not just a statement; it is a pledge to revolutionize the way veterinary clinics operate, making their tasks more efficient and their impact more profound. Through cutting-edge technology and comprehensive support, we aim to elevate the quality of care provided to animals, ensuring their well-being and fostering a healthier, safer world for all. This mission drives every initiative we undertake, reflecting our dedication to the veterinary community and the vital role it plays in society.
Our Core Values
At GlobalVetLink, our core values are the foundation of everything we do, guiding our actions and shaping our commitment to excellence.
- Support Our Community
- Reflects our dedication to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where veterinary professionals can thrive.
- Continuously Improve our Product and Services
- Underscores our relentless pursuit of innovation and quality
- Find New Ways to Make Life Easier for the Veterinary Industry
- A testament to our mission of simplifying and enhancing the day-to-day operations of veterinary practices
These core values are more than principles; they are the driving force behind our efforts to empower the veterinary community and elevate standards across the industry.
Our Platform
GlobalVetLink’s comprehensive platform streamlines animal health-related processes and reduces paperwork when creating digital animal health certificates, EIA test certificates, veterinary feed directives, prescriptions, and more. Powered by the intelligent built-in rules engine, the GVL Compliance Assistant platform keeps track of state, federal, and international regulations, so you don’t have to.
Meet the Team
The GlobalVetLink team works with our customers daily to empower animal health stakeholders to quickly and accurately access, create, and submit animal health data and documentation.
Meet the Expert Council
The GlobalVetLink Expert Council is made up of licensed veterinarians and industry leaders who ensure that our platform and solutions offer the most value to the industry.
Our History
GlobalVetLink, L.C. (GVL®) was founded and headquartered in Ames, Iowa in 1999 by Kevin Maher. His vision was to replace an antiquated paper-based animal health regulatory process with an official, secure digital software system that would be accessible real-time online.
In 2001, we became the first web-based software system in Florida to provide veterinarians, animal health authorities and animal owners with the legal documentation to transport animals both interstate and intra-state.
Since 2001, we’ve been providing online applications to enable veterinarians and animal health practitioners, state authorities, diagnostic laboratories and other animal health officials to build, access, and monitor animal movement records with ease and efficiency.
The first digital software applications available through GlobalVetLink were companion and food animal Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (CVIs), known as health certificates or eCVIs, which are a secure alternative to USDA APHIS 7001 forms, as well as Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) certificates, often referred to as Coggins.
Today, all U.S. states and territories accept GVL health certificates as official animal documentation. GVL’s product portfolio expands beyond EIA certificates and CVIs to include international health certificates, veterinary prescriptions, Veterinary Feed Directives (VFDs), Extended Equine CVIs (EECVIs, six-month equine health certificates, ForSale pet documents, and veterinary diagnostic results aggregation and analysis tools).
We are the nation’s leader in digital animal records with millions of animals transported within the U.S. using GlobalVetLink certificates. GVL users continue to improve their business processes, enhancing animal traceability, ensuring regulatory compliance and contributing to animal wellness and safety.
GlobalVetLink products and services are accessible through any device with access to a web browser, or through participating practice management software vendors. GVL continues to explore new opportunities to partner with industry leaders to provide innovative digital solutions for animal health.
1999
- GlobalVetLink founded by Kevin Maher
2001
- Digital Health Certificates (CVIs) introduced
2002
- Digital EIA/Coggins Tests introduced
2005
- Digital Veterinary Feed Directives (VFDs) introduced
2009
- Secure Digital Signature technology introduced
- MyVetLink Animal Owner portal launched
2010
- All 50 states accept digital CVIs from GlobalVetLink
2013
- GlobalVetLink upgrades technology and launches new platform for users
2014
- GlobalVetLink acquires Health Information Management System, LabLink HIMS
- Built in domestic movement requirements powered by SmartEngine
- National Merit Award for Interactive Marketing Tool from the National Agri-Business Marketing Association (NAMA)
- Technology Company of the Year Prometheus Award from the Technology Association of Iowa
2016
- Digital Veterinary Prescriptions introduced
2017
- GlobalVetLink digital EIAs accepted in Canada
- Software Company of the Year & AgTech Company of the Year Prometheus Award from the Technology Association of Iowa
2018
- Transition to AWS (Amazon Web Services) to assist with data security and platform functionality
- Software Company of the Year Prometheus Award from the Technology Association of Iowa
2019
- GlobalVetLink Platform Upgrade
- Extended Equine Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (EECVIs) launched
2020
- Digital Rabies Vaccination Certificates launched
- GlobalVetLink EIA Tests Approved by USDA for New Guidance
- CEO of the Year Prometheus Award from the Technology Association of Iowa
2021
- GVL International Health Certificates launched
2022
- GVL Hawaii Health Certificates launched
- GlobalVetLink earns SOC2 Compliance
2023
- AgTech & BioTech Company of the Year Prometheus Award
- EU Transit Certificates Launched
- 35 State Participating in EECVI Program
2024
- Commercial IHCs launched
- IHC Submission Generator introduced
- SmartCert Technology launched
- Pet Travel Concierge Service introduced
Join the GlobalVetLink Team
When you become a part of the GVL® team, you get a unique view into the Iowa technology community, as well as the animal health and agriculture industries.
With opportunities in coding and development, sales and marketing, business operations, product management, accounting and finance, customer service and communication, we are always looking for spirited individuals to grow our dynamic teams.