Welcome to Sphere of Success. In this episode, Debra Blackman chats with Mark Johnston. Mark qualified as a veterinary surgeon from Cambridge in 1987 and spent six years in equine veterinary work as an anaesthetist and critical-care clinician. He went on to launch the world-leading Vetstream digital platform, now serving 30,000+ veterinary professionals every week. Mark is also Vice President of the ProSalus Foundation, a committee member of the British Bee Veterinary Association, and founder of the Vets in Mind Alliance, supporting mental health in the veterinary profession worldwide. What you’ll learn in this conversation:

• How to stay calm and make smart business decisions when pressure is high.
• Why clarity and strategy matter more than speed in a crisis.
• Lessons from building Vetstream into a global subscription platform.
• Pivoting through the 2008 financial crash and other major market shifts.
• Using data, AI, and constant adaptation to future-proof a business.
• Leadership tips: giving every team member a voice and creating a supportive culture.
• The importance of mentorship over management for long-term success.

Connect with Mark Johnston Email: [email protected] Main Phone (UK): +44 1223 895818 Direct Mobile (UK): +44 7778 219000 If you found value in this episode, please watch, like, comment, and share it with friends or colleagues who are navigating their own high-pressure decisions.