About PETLANTA
Built for the people who care for Atlanta's pets.
Mission
To create opportunities for Atlanta's pet professionals to build meaningful relationships, strengthen their businesses, support one another, and contribute to a healthier pet care community.
Vision
An Atlanta pet industry where professionals are connected, local businesses are supported, and pet parents can more easily discover the people and services they need.
Founder
Wayne Hartley Jr.
Registered Veterinary Technologist · Pet industry entrepreneur
Wayne founded PETLANTA to give Atlanta's pet professionals what the industry has long been missing: a shared table. A place to meet, learn, refer, and grow — together.
Serve
The next generation of pet professionals.
PETLANTA supports youth career exposure and volunteer efforts — helping young people see the many paths in animal care. We welcome the opportunity to collaborate with Future Pet Leaders of America and other organizations doing this work.
Collaborate with us
Connect
Networking events, referrals, professional relationships, and collaboration.
Grow
Education, business resources, mentorship, and professional development.
Serve
Volunteer opportunities, community initiatives, youth career exposure, and outreach.
Celebrate
Professional spotlights, local businesses, achievements, and recognition.