Illuminating Independents
THE VET DYNAMICS
conference
18th to 20th september 2025
Leonardo Hotel Hinkley Island
Vet Dynamics Conference | Home of the Independents | Sept 2025
PRACTICE OF THE FUTURE
All Independents Welcome!
The veterinary profession is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and innovative business strategies. The Future of Veterinary Practice conference is designed to empower veterinary teams to thrive in this dynamic landscape.
Over two days, attendees will explore cutting-edge technologies, from AI-powered diagnostic tools and telemedicine platforms to 3D printing for custom prosthetics and sustainable practice solutions.
Beyond technology, the conference delves into critical business innovations, addressing topics like client experience enhancement, financial viability, team harmony, and resilience. Interactive workshops and technical demonstrations will equip practitioners with actionable skills, such as integrating electronic health records (EHR), leveraging data analytics, and building resilient, high-performing teams.
Attendees will also gain insights into overcoming barriers to technology adoption, ethical considerations of innovation, and safeguarding sensitive animal health data through robust cybersecurity measures.
By participating, veterinary practitioners and support staff will gain a competitive edge, improve clinical delivery, strengthen leadership, and enhance their practice’s operational efficiency.
This conference is a unique opportunity to network with peers, industry experts, and technology providers while shaping the future of veterinary care.
Don’t miss the chance to stay ahead and make your practice future-ready!
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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 2025 AGENDA
Cutting-edge Topics
- AI-powered diagnostics and EHR systems
- Telemedicine for client engagement
- 3D printing for custom prosthetics
- Cybersecurity measures for clinics
Interactive formats
- Workshops for hands-on skill-building
- Panels for diverse perspectives
- Technical demonstrations for practical understanding
Key Focus Areas
- Leadership
- Clinical delivery
- Client experience
- Financial viability
- Team resilience
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Tailored Thursday Morning Sessions
To support delegates in all roles and at every stage of the veterinary journey, we’ve expanded our CPD sessions on Thursday morning, to include:
Start-Up Supercharge
Embarking on a start up journey? Get connected and equipped with tools, strategies and invaluable insights to help you turn your vision into reality.
Power-Up your Practice
Developing your people and your business has never been more essential. The profession is under scrutiny, and this won’t change anytime soon. But with this turbulence comes opportunity, especially for independents. Whether you need more time, more financial stability, improved systems and processes or an exit plan, this session is an absolute must for you.
Note to Platinum and Mastermind members:
If you are currently completing a Platinum or Mastermind Academy, or if you have a space confirmed on our next Platinum group (Group 25), Conference attendance is included in your membership. To protect and preserve your invaluable group time, Round-Up’s and exclusive workshops will take place throughout Thursday morning as usual.
START-UP SUPER-CHARGE
At Conference 2023, we introduced a collaborative session to assist many veterinary professionals venturing into independent practice ownership.
The increasing demand for start-up support in veterinary practices shows a promising trend, with a new wave of independent practice owners emerging.
To reinforce our dedication to supporting new and aspiring practice owners, we have now included this session as a permanent fixture in our Conference line-up. We are excited to welcome you to Conference 2024!
- Connect and grow with the UK’s largest community of
independents. - Discover what works, what doesn’t, and proven
strategies to help you avoid the pitfalls. - Hear from industry experts on key Start-Up topics
- Grow a trusted supply network with access to over 45
exhibitors looking to support you. - Gain FREE registration to our new start up webinar
series coming in 2025*.
*Webinar series will be hosted by Vet Dynamics Business Consultants and feature experts from relevant suppliers and industries. It includes on demand access to all webinar recordings and featured resources. Those currently completing any part of our Start-Up Academy will also be automatically enrolled on the webinar series.
The first scheduled webinar is in January 2025 and focuses on setting veterinary fees, pricing protocols and business plans. Full details to be published in the Autumn. Stay tuned!
POWER-UP YOUR PRACTICE
Attention all independent owners and teams of established practices. Are you ready to learn how to ignite growth, overcome challenges, and elevate your practice to new heights? Join us for an illuminating morning that promises transformative breakthroughs and results.
Dr. Sam Bowden will spearhead this session, delving into the impactful synergy of community, cohesion, and culture within practice.
Get ready to refresh your approach so you can reach unparalleled success!
The highlights:
- Discover why you’re getting your current results, both good and bad, and master techniques to drastically improve them swiftly
- Unearth the game-changing question that will empower you to thrive in any challenge, no matter how tough
- Learn insider strategies to build thriving, high performing practices.
- Learn the CEO approach to building a thriving practice.
Delegates can also expect to:
- Connect and grow with the UK’s largest community of
independents. - Identify practical solutions to the top 3 issues affecting
practices and their teams today. - Discover the hidden potential in their business and
clarify priorities. - Learn how team cohesion and practice culture can
either impact or support your plans. - Grow a trusted supply network with access to over 45
exhibitors. - Gain vet business strategies and principles used in our
Platinum Academy.
INTRODUCING OUR 2024 GUEST SPEAKERS!
We are delighted to introduce this year’s guest speakers, Sam Bowden and Tim Hill from Accelerate Practice Academy in Australia!
Dr Sam Bowden
Dr Sam Bowden spent 15 years as a practicing vet, owning two practices in that time, each achieving phenomenal growth and profitability.
He spent the following 16 years helping fellow practice owners to reach similar heights in performance, enjoy a better work life balance and develop whole team engagement.
Sam is also author of ‘The Abundant Practice’, a practice owners success manual.
Dr Tim Hill
Dr Tim Hill is a highly successful vet practice owner with decades of experience and remarkable results. Having grown his business from a single 2 person site turning over $174k to three highly profitable practices employing over 50 team members, Tim now enjoys life and business more than ever.
He has a unique ability to distil his vast experience of management, entrepreneurship, and financial savvy into simple working concepts that anyone can apply to their situation. He is down to earth, entertaining, and in his own words, “a long way from perfect”…
"I saw real passion in bringing the fun and love back to vet practices" - 2022 attendee
“You have a wonderful collective of connections in the Vet Dynamics community”- Liv Oginska
“If this group of people in this room change, other independents will follow.”- Sheldon Middleton
"Thought provoking talks and great ideas for educating our future colleagues - let's hope it works! - 2022 delegate
"This years Conference has been the best one yet, it was phenomenal - especially the lectures, I’ve never had so many take home points. Absolutely loved it” - Pete; 2023 Attendee and Practice Owner
EASY ACCESS
Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue, Hinckley Island
Nestled in the picturesque Leicestershire countryside, Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Hinckley Island offers the perfect blend of relaxation, business, and celebration.
Situated just off Junction 1 of the M69, and easily accessible from the M1, M6,and M69 motorways, our hotel offers a convenient location near Coventry and Leicester. With Hinckley and Nuneaton train stations nearby and Birmingham and East Midlands airports only a short drive away, travel is a breeze.
VETS SUPPORTING VETS
£32,000 raised for Vetlife in 2024
More than 20 companies kindly donated items for our 2024 Conference Auction. Thanks to their sheer generosity and the passion of our bidders, we raised an incredible – £32,182 for Vetlife.
If you’d like to donate an item for our next Conference Auction, please leave a few details in the form below and we’ll be in touch. Sincere thanks.
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS IN 2024
Creating great veterinary leaders, workplaces, teams & performance
This years recognition goes to those practices who’ve demonstrated exceptional dedication to the growth of their people and their practice. Huge congratulations to all those nominated and to our winners of the following categories:
- Dynamic Team
- The Sheridan Award
- Dynamic Performance
- Dynamic Leadership
- Dynamic Strategies
- Platinum Group 21 Graduates
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
With our thanks
Looking to exhibit?
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2023 exhibitor places are now sold out.
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