Covetrus announced the appointment of Deborah Sharkey as chief consumer officer (CCO). In this first-of-its-kind role for the company, Deborah will be responsible for developing innovative solutions that support and strengthen the relationship between veterinarian and pet owner. As CCO, Deborah Sharkey oversees marketing, product and strategy for the consumer group within Covetrus’ Global Technology Services which also encompasses the SmartPak brand. Deborah brings extensive global e-commerce experience across both large tech company and startup environments, with a particular expertise in multi-customer marketplaces. Previously Deborah ran eBay’s Australia business and was its vice president of local marketplaces. She was also chief operating officer at DogVacay.