VHMA Annual Meeting and Conference 2026

Susie Crockett began her veterinary career as a receptionist in 1999... She now works with Noah's Animal Hospitals, managing two of their general practices and one emergency and specialty center, with 47 staff and 12 doctors.

Dr. Felsted is a CPA as well as a veterinarian and has spent the last 20 years working as a financial and operational consultant to veterinary practices and the animal health industry.

Beth has been involved in the veterinary field for nearly 40 years... Beth currently works full-time as Hospital Administrator and CFO for Cascade Heights Veterinary Center in Seattle, WA.

Debbie Hill, CVPM, SPHR, CCFP enjoys all things management and speaks nationally to manager groups and conferences around the country. She is an active hospital administrator for a veterinarian with three hospitals.

Mimi Darmstadter, PCC, sole proprietor of My Life's Work - Coaching & Consulting, brings to her work 25 years of experience as a seasoned leader in the learning and performance and talent management field.

Fred Moore has been a professional speaker and entertainer for the past 25 years. His dynamic and interactive programs have 'wowed' audiences all over the country and the world.

Sheri Gilmartin is a Credentialed Veterinary Technician and Vice President of Sales and Marketing for VetSuccess. She began her veterinary profession over 26 years ago at a small animal practice outside of Boston.

Amy is currently employed with BluePearl Veterinary Partners as a Project Manager for Training and Health and Wellness and owner of Veterinary Team Training.

Lisa has been educating and entertaining audiences, conference delegates, and clients on the topics of Health and Wellness for over 30 years. She is the President and Founder of New Day Wellness Inc.

Julie Squires is a Certified Compassion Fatigue Specialist and Certified Life Coach who brings a unique perspective and approach to support the sustained energy and passion of those exposed to the highly stressful, challenging, and sometimes traumatic environment of veterinary medicine.

John MacDonald is the office head of the firm's Princeton office. He concentrates his practice in the area of employment and labor litigation.

Ali Todd is a director in Katz, Sapper & Miller’s Business Advisory and Veterinary Services Groups. Ali works closely with her general business and veterinary clients to understand their challenges and provide practical solutions.

Dr. Shandell Maxwell is a multitalented professional and community activist from Southern California. Shandell uses her experience and knowledge in people development, education, business, change management, activism, and artistic expression to inspire positive change.

Travis Meredith, DVM, MBA, Dip. ACT holds a unique insight into the animal health market that spans over 20 years and the entire scope of the animal health supply chain. He is a proud owner of two small animal practices in the suburbs of Philadelphia.

Julie Nash is a management consultant with over twenty years of experience working in veterinary hospitals. Prior to consulting, Julie spent eight years as Hospital Administrator at a ten-doctor practice.

Steve Van Remortel is an award-winning author, speaker, coach, trainer, podcaster, and recognized expert in strategy and talent planning. He founded Stop The Vanilla, LLC in 1999.