Are you ready to reach new heights in interpersonal effectiveness, leadership, communication, wellbeing, conflict management, and inclusive workplaces? Look no further! Introducing VMA Inspire, VMAE’s exclusive six-week program designed specifically for staff members of veterinary medical associations!

This new VMAE offering is designed for current VMA staff level members. While we may extend VMA Inspire to Chief Staff Executives of VMAs in the future, we focus on team members in this inaugural year. Highlights:

  • Transformative Learning Experience: Led by industry-leading experts, our comprehensive course delves into the core pillars of success for your team. From mastering effective leadership strategies to fostering a culture of open communication, your staff will gain the skills and insights needed to excel in today’s dynamic veterinary association landscape.
  • Stay Ahead with Association Trends: Equip your team with the latest industry insights! Our program doesn’t just stop at personal development; it also covers cutting-edge association trends. Keep your organization at the forefront by staying informed about the latest developments and best practices.
  • Boost Employee Wellbeing: A healthy team is a high-performing team! Our program places a strong emphasis on personal wellbeing, ensuring that your staff remains resilient, focused, and motivated. Happy and fulfilled employees contribute to a positive work environment and increased productivity.
  • Network and Learn Together: In addition to invaluable skills, participants will connect with peers, fostering a sense of community and providing a platform for collaborative learning. Networking opportunities abound as your team forms lasting connections with colleagues.
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Forge a more inclusive and supportive workplace and association! VMA Inspire empowers your staff to create a workplace culture and organization that celebrates diversity. Elevate team dynamics, enhance decision-making, and nurture a culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

Eligibility
Participants must be current VMA staff level members.

Expectations
Participants must commit to attending all six (6) sessions. In the event of an unanticipated absence, the participant commits to viewing the recording of the missed session.

Schedule
Sessions start at 10amPT/1pmET and last for two (2) hours, except for the first Skills Lab, which will last 2.5 hours.

Meetings are held via Zoom.

Insights Discovery – Sponsored by Elanco

Insights Discovery is a simple and accessible four-color model that helps us understand ourselves and others. Every person has all four-color energies with them; it is the combination of these energies which creates each unique personality. Our color energies refer to a set of characteristics that tend to be our most preferred or most natural way to be. Sponsored by Elanco

Note: This session runs 10 am – 12:30 pm PT/1 pm – 3:30 pm ET. The first half hour will be devoted to welcome/kick off and a NABA hand exercise.

Heidi Hulon DVM, CCFP, CCCP, MHFA

Dr. Hulon is the Wellbeing Consulting Veterinarian for Elanco Animal Health. A native of Alabama, Dr. Hulon graduated from Auburn University with both her undergraduate degree and D.V.M. She has Certifications in Insights Discovery, Compassion Fatigue, Positive Psychology, Mental Health First Aid, QPR Suicide Training, Fear Free, the Human Animal Bond. Dr. Hulon is very involved in organized veterinary medicine. She’s a past president of the Kentucky VMA and currently serves on the Alabama VMA Wellbeing, Membership and Constitution/Bylaws committees.

Cost
Participants will receive full tuition scholarship for the program but must be current members of VMAE. Those who wish to participate in VMA Inspire but are not yet VMAE members, are invited to join as individual members simply and conveniently at this link.

CE Credit
Upon completion of all six modules, participants will receive a digital badge as a certificate that may be submitted for 12 hours of CE or CAE credit, depending on the rules in their state.

Secure Your Team Member’s Spot for Success
Space is limited to 10 staff members! The program is geared toward a small group cohort to maximize the learning experience. Don’t miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to invest in your growth and success. The application process is simple and quick. Just follow the steps at this link.

Questions? Please reach out to Candace Joy, VMAE Inspire Consultant, cjoy4259@gmail.com, Adrian, adrianhochstadt@vmae.org, or Tesha, teshahoff@vmae.org.

Inspire. Empower. Lead.