Diversity
One Year Later: Still Focused on What Matters Most
One Year Later: Still Focused on What Matters Most It’s hard to believe—but it’s been over 12 months since I first began talking about this campaign for AVMA President-Elect. What started as a vision in June 2024 has become a full-blown journey of conversations, travel, and connection with veterinary professionals across the country. With just a…
Read MoreYou Spoke. I Listened. Here’s What Veterinarians Are Saying Across the Profession
🗣️ You Spoke. I Listened. What I’ve Heard from the Veterinary Profession — and What We Can Do About It If there’s one thing I’ve learned while campaigning to be AVMA’s next President-Elect, it’s this: Veterinarians and veterinary teams aren’t short on opinions — they’re short on opportunities to be heard. So I’ve made it…
Read MoreWhat Does the AVMA President-Elect Actually Do?
What Does the AVMA President-Elect Actually Do? (Spoiler: It’s Not a Solo Show — And That’s a Good Thing) If you’ve been following the AVMA 2025 election journey, you might be wondering: “What does the President-Elect actually do?” Is it a figurehead role? Is it all speeches and handshakes? Or is it more like being…
Read MoreCelebrating 2024: Campaign Highlights & Why 2025 Is the Year for Change! 🎉
Celebrating 2024: Campaign Highlights & Why 2025 Is the Year for Change! 🎉 Wow – what a whirlwind 2024 has been! Since launching my campaign in June, I’ve been on the move, connecting with so many of you, tackling big issues in veterinary medicine, and listening to what truly matters. As the year wraps up,…
Read MoreDean Willie Reed: Leading Veterinary Medicine with Compassion and Vision
Dean Willie Reed: Leading Veterinary Medicine with Compassion and Vision 🚀🐾 Few have made a lasting impact on veterinary medicine like Dr. Willie Reed. Over his 25-year tenure at Purdue University, Dr. Reed transformed veterinary education and fostered a more inclusive profession. His journey began with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from Tuskegee…
Read MoreLet’s Elevate Vet Med Together: The AVMA DEIW Summit in Atlanta! 🏙️✨
Let’s Elevate Vet Med Together: Join Me at the AVMA DEIW Summit in Atlanta! 🏙️✨ I’m gearing up for the AVMA DEIW Summit from November 7-9, in Atlanta, and it’s shaping up to be a transformative experience. If you’re interested in fostering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Wellbeing (DEIW) in veterinary medicine, this is where you…
Read MoreHow SAVMA Leaders Like Zach, Max, Tara, and Kyle Are Shaping Vet Med with Passion and Authenticity! 🐾
How SAVMA Leaders Like Zach, Max, Tara, and Kyle Are Shaping Vet Med with Passion and Authenticity! 🐾 Veterinary medicine is more than just treating animals—it’s about leadership, passion, and community. The future of our profession is in great hands, thanks to the remarkable SAVMA leaders who are bringing their authentic selves to the table.…
Read MoreTop Trends from the 2024 AVMA Economic Forum: AI, Cost Transparency, and Client Trust 📊
Top Trends from the 2024 AVMA Business and Economic Forum: AI, Cost Transparency, and Client Trust 📊 Veterinary medicine is in the midst of an exciting transformation. The 2024 AVMA Business and Economic Forum brought to light critical insights that will impact how we operate—both now and in the future. From the rise of AI…
Read MoreBuilding a Better Veterinary Future with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
As I run for AVMA President Elect, I’ve been reflecting on the values that guide our profession. At the heart of what we do is the desire to provide exceptional care for animals and to support our veterinary teams. To achieve that, we must ensure that everyone—whether on the clinic floor or in the exam…
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