About us
Meet our management team:
Sarah Wolfensohn, Director
Email: sarah@welfareassessmenttechnologies.com
Sarah’s first degree in was in Physiology from University College London, she then read Veterinary Medicine at Churchill College, Cambridge. She spent a number of years in general practice, both small animal and mixed. She was Head of Veterinary Services at the University of Oxford for nearly 20 years, leaving there in 2010. She was then Professor of Animal Welfare at the veterinary school at the University of Surrey for 10 years.
She is now an Emerita Professor and is an independent consultant on animal health and welfare advising various sectors, including government, on animal welfare. She is a European specialist in Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law. Her particular areas of expertise are assessment of animal welfare and lifetime experience and ethical evaluation of projects.
Sarah has published books, research papers and review articles; presented papers at international conferences and has extensive experience of working on committees. She was awarded an OBE for services to animal welfare in the Queen’s birthday honours in 2012 and Fellowship of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2019.
Mark Vincent, Director
Email: mark@welfareassessmenttechnologies.com
Mark is a seasoned web developer with the ability to swiftly grasp the most complex business processes. He grew up in Zimbabwe where he gained his initial experience in the IT industry working for his father's business. His role quickly evolved to web and graphic design. In 2002 Mark and his wife left Zimbabwe to travel the world for several years before moving to the UK and settling in Oxfordshire.
He started working for Reuben Digital in 2004 where he is currently the Technical Director. He has continually developed his skills as a web developer and systems analyst, becoming a genuine expert in Microsoft web technologies, eCommerce, and complex web applications.
Mark was the primary developer of the initial AWAG systems and his passion for animal welfare made it an easy choice to become involved with the setup of WAT to further the development of the AWAG platform.
Ray Stephens, Director
Email: ray@welfareassessmenttechnologies.com
I have been at the forefront of the technology industry for over 39 years, with extensive experience spanning large-scale banking infrastructures in the 1980s and 90s to the last 25 years dedicated to shaping the online digital landscape. My focus has evolved into creating innovative, sustainable digital strategies for businesses of all sizes, particularly in the Retail E-commerce and Gift Card sectors.
What sets me apart is my intuitive ability to identify where technology can unlock opportunities and give businesses a competitive edge. My passion lies not only in leveraging tech to drive business success but also in using it to make a positive impact on the environment and society.
As a dedicated vegan and advocate for animal welfare, conservation, and sustainability, I’m deeply committed to exploring how technology can address the challenges our planet faces. Whether it's minimising environmental footprints or building ethical, future-proof solutions, my goal is to merge innovation with responsibility.
I’m motivated by the positive difference technology can bring to people, businesses, and the planet. My ethical and forward-thinking approach has helped me build a respected track record of delivering impactful results.Let’s connect – I’d love to hear more about you and how we can collaborate to achieve your goals!