Joe Kennedy, a Managing Director with WittKieffer Global Life Sciences & Animal Health, brings to WittKieffer a unique focus on the evolving and expanding field of animal health. He is a proven executive search professional with extensive international experience spanning various functions within this segment, including for senior scientific, medical/veterinary, commercial, operational, and functional roles. A natural communicator and collaborator, he supports WittKieffer’s mission to improve the quality of life and cares deeply about helping individuals and communities. Before joining WittKieffer, Joe served as Managing Director for a UK-based life sciences recruitment firm, where he excelled as a top performer and displayed a strong ability to forge trust-based relationships with clients and candidates, leading to business growth and exceptional quality. Joe led that organization’s efforts in animal health, ESG, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Joe also previously served as Executive Consultant at another global recruiting firm, focusing on animal health globally. Joe holds a law degree from the University of the West of Scotland. Joe is an animal lover and is passionate about the environment. He has a deep personal commitment to DE&I and in helping clients achieve their goals through impactful leadership.