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VeterinaryBusinessManagementAssociation
Who is VBMA? Officer Introductions Why Join? Membership Benefits Membership Details VBMA Business Certificate Schedule
Today’s Meeting
On behalf of VBMA,
Welcome to Vet School!!!Be prepared to start seeing this differently
The Veterinary Business Management Association is a student-driven organization dedicated to advancing the profession through increasing business knowledge, creating networking opportunities, and empowering students to achieve their personal and professional goals.
VBMA Mission Statement
The VBMA is the nation’s largest vet student-driven organization with more than 3,400 student members.
Founded in 2003, the VBMA has expanded to the 28 U.S. veterinary schools, Ross, and St. George’s as well as internationally.
We believe in the power of veterinary students to find their own way to change the industry. Our members will improve the profession as future practice owners, industry professionals, and leaders of veterinary medicine national organizations.
Who is the VBMA?
When/how our chapter originated Officers and advisor Members Veterinary students who take their future
into their own hands through business education
Students learning for their business future
Our VBMA Chapter
Officer intro: President Include:
officer name, position, year in school, why you joined VBMA, what you’ve gotten out of VBMA thus far, what you are looking forward to this year in your VBMA chapter, picture of yourself
Officer intro: VP Include:
officer name, position, year in school, why you joined VBMA, what you’ve gotten out of VBMA thus far, what you are looking forward to this year in your VBMA chapter, picture of yourself
Officer intro: Treasurer
Include: officer name, position, year in school, why you joined VBMA, what you’ve gotten out of VBMA thus far, what you are looking forward to this year in your VBMA chapter, picture of yourself
Include: officer name, position, year in school, why you joined VBMA, what you’ve gotten out of VBMA thus far, what you are looking forward to this year in your VBMA chapter, picture of yourself
Officer intro: Secretary
Include: officer name, position, year in school, why you joined VBMA, what you’ve gotten out of VBMA thus far, what you are looking forward to this year in your VBMA chapter, picture of yourself
Officer intro: other officer position (s)
Business Education◦ No matter the path – owner, associate, researcher, or
anything else – you will be part of a business◦ Understanding where your paycheck comes from makes it
easier for you to be successful Networking
◦ Networking opportunities locally and through the nation with other students and veterinary professionals
Certificate that means something◦ More and more alumni are aware of the VBMA, our
certificate and what it means for graduates◦ Employers may be looking for it when you apply for jobs
Why Join?
Veterinary schools teach clinical skills and professional skills, but few business and management skills
Vet school is a huge financial burden: learn how to cope
Job market is increasingly competitive: set yourself apart
Why Join?
Business education at very low cost Access business resources at vbma.biz Travel and gain leadership skills
◦ Lead your school as a chapter officer◦ Coordinate competitions◦ Manage multiple chapters as a regional leader◦ Become a national VBMA officer
Membership Benefits
VBMA National Business Certificate◦ Show employers you took charge of your own
business education Externships
◦ Exclusive to VBMA members◦ More information online
Veterinary Hospital Managers Association resources◦ Free membership for VBMA members in school
and as a new grad
Membership Benefits (continued…)
Student debt resources◦ Webinars and business education on our website
Scholarships available to only VBMA members Business research opportunities for VBMA
members only Case study competition: earn $1,000 plus
money for your chapter Discounted veterinary business books
◦ Available through the VBMA website or your school
Membership Benefits (continued…)
Network with a wide variety of veterinary business professionals
Develop interviewing and resume-writing skills
Plan for the future: finances, debt, career, retirement, etc.
Free subscription to Veterinary Economics
Membership Benefits (continued…)
Attend business-related lectures throughout the semester
Dues: _______ How to sign up: Register on the VBMA website to get
national membership benefits
Membership Details
Started in August 2011 to standardize VBMA programming and create value in being an active VBMA member
Your business education is often in your own hands, yet necessary to become a successful practitioner◦ Certificate gives you guidance
Awareness is spreading, we need your help◦ As you go to practices and to conferences, let
practitioners know about the VBMA and what a VBMA certificate means
National VBMA Business Certificate
National VBMA Business Certificate
National VBMA Business Certificate
Speakers cost up to $20,000 Food costs money But it could be worse:
◦ VBMA has sponsors that reduce costs to you◦ VBMA leaders are volunteers: no local, regional or
national officers are paid Please keep in mind the cost of food and
speakers when RSVPing for events and remember that the programming done is for YOU!
Why are we paying dues?
You have no background in business You have a business background but want
to learn more and help others learn You want to understand your contract You want to rock your job interview You want to understand the veterinary
industry and get ideas for future jobs You want to meet practice owners and find
career prospects!
You should join VBMA if…
Where is your schedule posted and available to your students??
Schedule
