Vets Pets Leadership Summit | Raleigh Convention Center
February 26, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
The Vets Pets Leadership Summit is a dedicated event designed for the leadership teams within Vets Pets, bringing together practice managers, lead veterinarians, and regional leadership to collaborate, learn, and grow as a unified system. This summit serves as a platform to align on company goals, share best practices, strengthen leadership skills, and foster connections within our community. Through workshops, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, the event empowers attendees with tools and strategies to drive excellence in patient care, operational success, and workplace culture across all Vets Pets locations.
Please RSVP today and provide us with your lunch selection!
2026 Leadership Summit Activites
2026 Leadership Summit Book Swap
Sharing is caring. This year, we will host a book swap. Please bring a leadership- or veterinary-themed book to share with others at your table.
Headshot Refresh
This year, you will have the opportunity to refresh your headshot or capture a new one. Please opt in if you would like a headshot taken the morning of the meeting. Instructions for the headshot clinic will be sent in a follow up email in early February.
Leadership Summit Location:
Raleigh Convention Center
Rooms 306-A, B, C
The 2026 Vets Pets Leadership Summit will be held at Raleigh Convention Center located at:
500 South Salisbury Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Event Parking
We have secured parking for your convenience at the Convention Center Underground Deck, 1 W Lenoir Street, Raleigh, NC 27601. The same parking area as last year, the deck provides indoor access to the Convention Center. A greeter will be available from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m. to direct you to our room upon entry.
To park, you will need to download a unique QR code from a link we will send with the final reminders
When you enter the parking deck, scan the code. When you leave, you will need to scan the code again. If you do not scan the code upon entering the parking deck, the code will not work at the exit and will have to pay the parking fee. See parking instructions below.
Note: the QR codes cannot be shared and will only need to downloaded one time; the same code will work for entrance and exit for the duration of our event.
MEETING AGENDA *Subject To Change*
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Arrival and Greeting Time, Book Swap |
| 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Welcome and Sponsor Highlights |
| 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | Technology Update |
| 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM | Pharmacy Update & Panel Discussion |
| 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM | Vocabulary of Veterinary Wellbeing |
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch |
| 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM | No Static- Giving and Receiving Dynamic Feedback |
| 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM |
Managing Financial Conversations with Clients |
| 3:15 PM – 3:30 PM | Break |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
Email and Text Etiquette |
| 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
Happy Hour |
2026 Vets Pets Leadership Summit Registration
Vets Pets Leadership Summit FAQs
What is Vets Pets Leadership Summit?
The Vets Pets Leadership Summit is a dedicated event designed for the leadership team within Vets Pets, bringing together partners, practice managers, lead veterinarians, the admin team, and regional leadership to collaborate, learn, and grow as a unified network. This summit serves as a platform to align on company goals, share best practices, strengthen leadership skills, and foster connections among hospital leaders. Through workshops, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, the event empowers attendees with tools and strategies to drive excellence in patient care, operational success, and workplace culture across all Vets Pets locations.
Who can attend?
The Vets Pets Leadership Summit is primarily designed for:
- Practice Managers and Hospital Administrators – To enhance leadership skills, share operational insights, and collaborate on best practices.
- Lead Veterinarians and Practice Partner Veterinarians – To align on patient care standards, mentorship strategies, and medical leadership development.
- Operations Staff and Support Team Members – To ensure consistent support, guidance, and resources across all Vets Pets locations.
- Executive Leadership Team – To share the company’s vision, strategic goals, and celebrate collective achievements.
- Invited Guest Speakers or Industry Experts – To provide specialized leadership training and industry insights.
This invitation-only event is designed to engage current and emerging leaders within the Vets Pets network who play a direct role in shaping the culture, growth, and success of the organization.
Is the Leadership Summit a private event?
The Vets Pets Leadership Summit is an invitation-only event is designed to engage current and emerging leaders within the Vets Pets network who play a direct role in shaping the culture, growth, and success of the organization.
Where can I park?
For your convenience, we have secured parking at The Convention Center Underground Deck, located at 1 W Lenoir Street Raleigh, NC 27601.
To park, you will need to download a unique QR code. We will send you the link for easy access.
When you enter the parking deck, scan the code. You can scan the qr toward the bottom of the parking kiosk. When you leave, you will need to scan the code again. If you do not scan the code upon entering the parking deck, the code will not work at the exit and will have to pay the parking fee.
Note: the QR codes cannot be shared and will only need to downloaded one time; the same code will work for entrance and exit for the duration of our event.
What are the lunch options?
The lunch options are as follows. Each will be served with potato chips, cut fruit salad, and a gourmet chocolate chip cookie. All gluten-free lunches served with Rice Krispies treat. All vegan lunches served with whole fruit.
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- HAM & SMOKED SWISS SANDWICH | Honey baked ham layered with Swiss, leaf lettuce, and tomato on a hoagie roll
- CROISSANT CHICKEN SALAD | Southern chicken salad with leaf lettuce and house-made pickle relish on a butter croissant
- SLICED GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD* | Shredded Parmesan, croutons, baby heirloom tomatoes, and creamy Caesar dressing *Gluten-free without packaged croutons
- ASIAN RICE NOODLE SALAD | With sesame crusted tofu, kale, carrot-radish slaw, tomato, cucumber, sesame seeds, soy-ginger vinaigrette *GF and V
- TURKEY ‘WALDORF’ WRAP | Chopped turkey with celery, cranberries, grapes, and walnuts with herb mayo and leaf lettuce on a spinach wrap
** Gluten-free option available.
What if I have dietary restrictions?
If you have dietary restrictions and are attending the Vets Pets Leadership Summit, you can provide your dietary preferences, such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, or any specific allergies, when you RSVP. You can also reach out directly to the event coordinator, Lyndsey Munoz at lyndseymunoz@thevetspets.com in advance to ensure accommodations can be made. We have made provisions to include meals for some dietary restrictions, but would like to know your preferences as well. The catering team will make every effort to provide suitable meal options for all attendees.
Who can I contact if I have more questions?
Feel free to reach out to the Vets Pets Event Planner, Lyndsey Munoz at lyndseymunoz@thevetspets.com, and she will be happy to assist you!

