Позитивные изменения. Том 3, № 4 (2023). Positive changes. Volume 3, Issue 4(2023)

This pre-vocational training aims to guide students in choosing a career path, introduce them to the pet service market, and understand consumer behavior. Upon completion, the participants receive a certificate and a personal reference. These documents can be invaluable during college or university admissions, providing the selection committee with insights into the candidate’s potential academic performance, motivation, and specialization preferences. Thus, they become a crucial part of the students’ portfolio, supplementing the Unified State Exam (USE) score required for admission to educational institutions.

UVIVO’s vocational guidance activities, including lectures and sessions, also focus on supporting children from large and low-income families, children in challenging life situations, and orphans. Additionally, the company collaborates with various organizations, such as the “I am free” animal assistance charity fund, to which it donates a portion of its profits. UVIVO also contributes to Assets, helping to streamline business processes for pet shelters, and supports services like TeddyFood for homeless dogs and cats, the Foundation for the Protection of Urban Animals in Moscow, and the Russian Federation of Sled Sports. These collaborations highlight UVIVO’s commitment to both animal welfare and community support.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND AWARDS

• UVIVO is a member of the International Anti-Counterfeit Association, leading its Pet Care Committee.

• The company has earned the distinction of being a counterfeit and falsification-free platform. This is ensured by thorough verification of the company’s suppliers.

• UVIVO was a participant in the 90 days challenge incubator at Impact Hub Moscow in 2020.

• Since 2013, UVIVO’s CEO, Olga Klimova, has been serving as an expert member of the Arbitration Court of Moscow and the Expert Commission with the Government of the Russian Federation and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) for the pet care industry. She is actively involved in the formulation of federal laws and professional industry standards.

FUNDS RAISED IN 2022

All the development was funded by own resources.

WHAT WAS DONE LAST YEAR

• Formalized agreements with 17 universities in Moscow and other regions, and initiated agreements with 7 secondary vocational education (SVE) institutions in the Moscow area.

• Organized 10 engagement sessions with target audiences (children, teenagers, students) and conducted interviews with first- and second-year SVE and university students.

DIRECT RESULTS FOR 2022

Successfully trained 14 animal care specialists to provide services to Moscow’s population. The trainees, all graduates of the Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, received the certificates.

Conducted career orientation classes and lectures for about 1,000 individuals.

SOCIAL EFFECTS ACHIEVED IN 2022

Olga Klimova highlights that the primary social impact achieved in 2022 has been the improvement of the financial well-being of their target audiences, namely children, teenagers, and students engaged with the project.

“In the 16 years that we have been in business, we have observed the growth and success of our participants. For starters, they are doing exceptionally well in terms of their financial status. Their earnings start at 600 rubles per hour, reflecting the high quality and premium nature of our services. Our clients are not just paying well; they often leave tips and gifts, too. Beyond financial gains, these guys also advance in their careers. Several of our alumni are chief veterinarians at clinics, or have started their own veterinary clinics,” the UVIVO founder elaborates.

Furthermore, pet owners benefit from high-quality services and the expertise of pet care professionals. This arrangement allows them to delegate day-to-day pet-related tasks, freeing up their time to focus on other important aspects of their lives, such as work and family.

SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC IMPACT

Pet care professionals in the UVIVO network become active participants in the economy, registering as either self-employed individuals or as individual entrepreneurs.

“Pet care services represent a highly lucrative market segment, resilient to economic downturns. As long as people and pets coexist, there will always be a demand for feeding, medical care, general upkeep, and training of domestic animals. There is a segment of the population willing and able to pay for these services, all they need is reliable service providers. The challenge lies in the limited number of qualified professionals in the field,” UVIVO founder observes.