2025 Ascend: The Independent Summit for Veterinary Leadership
2025 Ascend: The Independent Summit for Veterinary Leadership
Elevate Your INDEPENDENT Practice: Join Us at the Ascend Summit for Veterinary Leadership!
November 8 - 9, 2025  ·  Whitney Peak Hotel, Reno NV

As an independent practice veterinarian, you understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with independently owned practices. We’re excited to invite you to Ascend: The Independent Summit for Veterinary Leadership, a one-day event dedicated to empowering and elevating independent veterinary practices like yours.

EarlyClimber registration $425 until 10/31/2025!    

Late registration $525 (after 10/31).

VSPA and IVPA members receive special pricing. 

Ascend is explicitly designed for practice owners and leaders at every level, from the smallest to the largest practices. Our summit focuses exclusively on the operations, success, and sustainability of independently owned practices. 

  • Why Attend?
    • Targeted CE: Gain actionable insights and strategies that address the unique challenges faced by independent practices.
    • Community and Networking: Connect with fellow leaders who share your vision of a thriving, independent veterinary community.
    • Innovative Solutions: Discover tools and approaches to counteract the growing trend of corporatization and reinforce the strength of your independent practice.

Join us as we work together to fortify our sector against the tide of corporatization. Let’s climb this mountain together and ensure the success and sustainability of independent veterinary practices.

We would be honored to have you with us. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your practice’s future and connect with a passionate community of independent veterinary leaders.


Agenda
Saturday, November 8
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
In this session, we’ll explore the core principles of social media marketing—what works, what doesn’t, and how to craft a winning strategy. (see more)
This session explores the crucial role of leadership in veterinary practices to enhance surgical outcomes. By fostering collaboration among ... (see more)
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
Building strong relationships with clients is essential for the success of any veterinary practice. This session will outline five effective strategies for ... (see more)
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM
Effective inventory management is like navigating an iceberg field: the visible expenses, such as cost and procurement, are just the tip. (see more)
This session will explore the key elements of fostering a positive environment that enhances team morale, improves employee retention, and ultimately leads to better patient care.
4:10 PM - 5:00 PM
4:10 PM - 5:00 PM
Over the last few decades, thousands of Gallup Polls have been performed on employees, administrators, executives and managers. (see more)
In this unique and insightful session we’ll explore an innovative approach to using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) not just as ...(see more)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sunday, November 9
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
Over the last two decades, human healthcare has been forced to become more efficient. By implementing ... (see more)
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Explore leadership styles that balance compassion and authority. (see more)
Veterinary medicine can be an emotional business. Clients, staff and leaders run a gauntlet of emotional ups and downs every day. (see more)
Uncover the power of analytics in identifying profitable services, ideal practice locations, and the right time to expand or hire.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
We invite you to join this session, where you'll dive into foundational financial concepts, including key concepts of basic finances. You'll gain... (see more)
The marketing world is evolving, and data is leading the charge. Join us as we share how... (see more)
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
Social media isn’t just about posting content—it’s about results. This session will dive into... (see more)
3:10 PM - 4:00 PM
3:10 PM - 4:00 PM
4:10 PM - 5:10 PM
5:10 PM - 5:20 PM
5:10 PM - 5:20 PM
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