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16 Sep

Posted at 09:23h in VMAE Meetings, VMAE News
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Approximately 60 members, strategic initiative partners and guests participated in the first in-person VMAE summer conference since 2019. The first day featured a panel addressing various DEI topics, including updates on Journey for Teams (more below) and the Gender Identity Bill of Rights. Elections for the Board of Directors concluded the two day conference and your board serving for 2022/2023 is comprised of the following individuals: President: Tim Atkinson - New York VMS President-Elect: Christine Shupe - VHMA Treasurer: Debra Hamelback - Kentucky VMA Secretary: Tamara Spooner - New Mexico VMA ...

16 Sep

Posted at 09:22h in VMAE News
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We were excited to once again present and celebrate the VMAE awards in-person after being virtual the last two years. During the summer conference, VMAE members and invited guests congratulated these award winners: Best in the Business Under $750K Annual Budget Registered Veterinary Technologists & Technicians of Canada RVT Career Navigator Over $750K Annual Budget Texas VMA Advocacy for Rural Veterinarian Incentive Program Distinguished Service – Susan Blevins, Georgia VMA Executive of the Year – Heather O'Steen, CAE, American Association of Feline Practitioners You’ll find photos and additional information of these award recipients here. We also...

16 Sep

Posted at 09:20h in VMAE News
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At the Summer Conference the Board developed a refreshed strategic plan for the next three years, to be reviewed annually. Building on an already strong culture, VMAE’s strategic planning process, facilitated by Doug Raven, is focused on inspiring a community of veterinary association leaders to solve real-time challenges, fulfill their missions, and serve veterinary medicine. VMAE’s strategic direction is aligned around three key areas: Members’ Success, Profession’s Success, and Organizational Success. The image below provides a snapshot of the plan’s major objectives and initiatives....

16 Sep

Posted at 09:18h in VMAE News
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GENUS, the weekly digital newsletter developed for your VMA’s members, is now available from VMAE. This latest offering is designed for VMAs to connect their members with professional and personal leadership and business development content through curated articles from trusted sources. With several options to embrace GENUS, we welcome your inquiries on how to best take advantage of this latest member benefit....

16 Sep

Posted at 09:16h in VMAE News
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VMAE has been selected as a 2022 Power of Associations Silver Award winner for Journey: A Guide for Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine. The American Society of Association Executives’ Power of Associations Awards promotes awareness of innovative, results-oriented programs and initiatives undertaken by associations of all kinds. Journey was selected in the category of Power of Diversity and Inclusion. We recognize the VMAE DEI Committee for their inspiring work developing this resource for the veterinary association community. Chair Candace Joy and former CEO Ralph Johnson worked tirelessly with the...

16 Sep

Posted at 09:14h in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, VMAE News
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A comprehensive and sustained initiative to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the veterinary profession was announced on July 30, 2022, in Philadelphia by AVMA and VMAE. The program builds upon the original Journey program developed by VMAE designed for VMA executives and elected leaders. The new Journey for Teams is designed for veterinary professionals and workplaces of all kinds and will engage veterinary professionals to increase their knowledge of DEI principles and foster individual and team behaviors that help advance a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. "We want to mobilize...

16 Sep

Posted at 09:13h in VMAE Meetings
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Plan to join your colleagues for this year’s VMAE fall conference in San Diego, on Oct. 27-29. Presenters and facilitators Glenn Tecker and Matt Salois will help us explore what the data is telling us about where the profession is heading and what actionable, practical steps we can take to support our organizations in promoting and managing change. We will also discuss topics of common interest, hear updates on several key VMAE initiatives, and catch up with friends. The brochure, including registration and hotel information, is available on the VMAE...

16 Sep

Posted at 09:12h in VMAE News
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The VMAE web site contains numerous tools and resources for you and your members. Check out the redesigned resource pages and see for yourself. An example is the recently updated area dedicated to supporting veterinary association executives and their members in advancing wellbeing in their personal and professional lives. The VMAE Wellbeing Committee, under the leadership of chair Mittie Williams, assembled and updated several recommended resources as part of VMAE’s commitment to foster a culture that supports individuals, teams, and organizations advance wellbeing....

16 Sep

Posted at 09:10h in Veterinary News, VMAE News
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At the 2022 Convention, outgoing AVMA President Dr. Jose Arce bestowed Phil Hinkle, former executive director of the Florida Veterinary Medical Association, posthumously with an AVMA President’s Award in recognition of his leadership, commitment, and advocacy on behalf of the veterinary profession. One of three honorees, Phil was described as “a visionary leader, who continues to be admired by many in our profession, including veterinarians, University of Florida faculty and students, industry, and AVMA volunteers and staff.” Dr. Arce described Phil as a tireless supporter of Florida’s veterinary community. Phil,...

16 Sep

Posted at 09:08h in Veterinary News, Wellbeing
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As part of recognizing September as Suicide Prevention Month, AVMA Axon is offering two webinars to help veterinary professionals live their healthiest life at work and at home—and help colleagues do the same. The first webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, September 21, at noon CT, and will tackle communication-based challenges to suicide prevention and recommended approaches. A second webinar will be held on Wednesday, October 5 at noon CT, and will explore evidence-based approaches for reducing suicidal behaviors. Each live broadcast offers one hour of CE credit. Registration is free...