As Chief Commercial Officer at Wedgewood, Lara Sheeley leads strategies that drive growth, elevate the customer experience, and importantly, expand access to patient‑specific therapies for animals. A global commercial leader with more than 20 years of experience, Lara has built a career advancing innovation and transformation across the animal health industry, with deep expertise spanning companion animal, livestock, and retail channels. Her work sits at the intersection of science, strategy, and customer engagement, driven by a genuine passion for improving the lives of animals and the people who care for them.
Prior to joining Wedgewood, Lara held senior leadership roles at Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, where she led large, high‑performing commercial organizations and oversaw billion‑dollar portfolios. Her impact includes shaping go‑to‑market strategies, launching innovative products, and building strategic partnerships. She has successfully led enterprise‑wide transformations, redesigned commercial models, and integrated sales and marketing functions to better serve veterinarians, pet owners, and the patients who depend on them.
Beyond commercial leadership, Lara is deeply committed to advancing the veterinary profession. She has played an active role in advancing scientific education and clinical awareness, including leading initiatives tied to groundbreaking veterinary studies and founding collaborative groups that bring together veterinarians, researchers, and industry partners. At her core, Lara is passionate about the role animal health plays in strengthening the human-animal bond.
Outside of work, Lara enjoys time with her family, traveling together, biking, and cheering on her children at their sporting events and activities. She is passionate about staying active, even participating in an adult swim league.