McClure promoted to AVMA executive position
AVMA News
MAY 5, 2025
AVMAs Chief Advocacy Officer Dr. Kent McClure in April was named by the AVMA Board of Directors as the new assistant executive vice president for the Association.
AVMA News
MAY 5, 2025
AVMAs Chief Advocacy Officer Dr. Kent McClure in April was named by the AVMA Board of Directors as the new assistant executive vice president for the Association.
10,000 Birds
MAY 7, 2025
In my previous post on this blog, I shared a personal story about my encounters (or lack thereof) with the very beautiful Pearl Kite. Sometimes when preparing articles like these, one tends to venture down memory lane. After which many similar stories bubble to the surface, begging to be told to unwary and unfortunate audiences.
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AVMA News
MAY 2, 2025
Sixty-nine veterinarians and students from around the world participated in the latest spring virtual Animal Welfare Assessment Contest, a competition that trains participants to evaluate the welfare of various animal species in a variety of settings.
10,000 Birds
MAY 2, 2025
By Matthias Alberti (Instagram: @shamanaturetours) Matthias Alberti is a palaeontologist with a passion for birdwatching and bird photography. After working for almost three years at Nanjing University in China and birding throughout this fantastic country, he returned home to Germany with his wife Xia.
Sales and Marketing Management
APRIL 21, 2025
Every stage of the customer lifecycle presents an opportunity to build trust, strengthen relationships and position yourself as more than just a service provider. Companies that get this right arent just vendors; theyre trusted partners. The post Beyond Transactions: How to Build Customer Relationships That Last appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.
SalesFuel
APRIL 27, 2025
In this episode, we dive deep into the intricacies of supply chain management with David Carroll , author of 'The Only All-in-One Way to Fix Your Supply Chain.' David shares his insights on transforming supply chains from being siloed and chaotic to fully integrated systems. He emphasizes the importance of leadership in utilizing ERP systems like SAP to streamline operations.
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AVMA News
APRIL 21, 2025
Last updated in 2009, the American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesias new guidelines for small animal monitoring touch on cardiovascular function, neuromuscular blockade, and veterinary team communication.
10,000 Birds
MAY 2, 2025
A birdwatching car conjures up an image of a tough 4×4, perhaps a Toyota Amazon or a Land Rover Defender. Mine is nothing of the sort. It’s a small two-seater convertible and at 22 years old, a little elderly. However, driving it topless on a country lane on a sunny spring day is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the sights and smells of the English countryside.
Sales and Marketing Management
MAY 1, 2025
Companies that implement tenure-focused retention strategies for customer service center agents see measurable benefits across key business areas. The post The Role of Customer Service Agent Tenure in Brand Reputation appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.
SalesFuel
MAY 2, 2025
In 2024, internet ad spending returned to double-digit growth. Marketers shelled out 14.9% more than the previous year, and the total amounted to $258.6 billion. For insights into the future of digital marketing, the IAB and PwC put together the Internet Ad Revenue Report Full Year 2024. Their findings can help you sell more advertising and guide your account this year.
AVMA News
APRIL 21, 2025
To prevent an incursion of New World screwworm, the U.S. Department of Agricultures National Veterinary Accreditation Program has developed the training module, Module 41: New World Screwworm: A 21st Century Perspective, for veterinary professionals.
AVMA News
APRIL 23, 2025
The AVMA Council on Education (COE) made a number of accreditation decisions at its March 1518 meeting at AVMA headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois.
AVMA News
APRIL 29, 2025
Murray State University, a public university in Murray, Kentucky, continues its efforts toward opening the states first veterinary school after recent legislative action and despite some industry opposition.
AVMA News
APRIL 28, 2025
The AVMA has introduced new guidelines specifically for large animal veterinary internships that emphasize education through mentorship, supervision, and structured clinical training across disciplines.
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AVMA News
APRIL 22, 2025
The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in Americas 2024 Demographic Survey highlighted title protection, low salary, and role definition as top concerns among respondents.
AVMA News
MAY 1, 2025
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing funding support for more than 60 projects aimed at filling gaps in emergency response plans for animal disease outbreaks.
AVMA News
MAY 1, 2025
The American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR)recognized by the American Board of Veterinary Specialties as an AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organizationwelcomed new diplomates following the board certification examinations held in 2024.
AVMA News
APRIL 30, 2025
The many ways veterinarians help ensure people around the world have access to nutritious food will be discussed at the upcoming 11th World Veterinary Association (WVA) Global One Health Summit in Washington, D.C., this summer.
AVMA News
APRIL 23, 2025
The AVMA Council on Education has developed policies, procedures, and accreditation standards to guide the use and quality assessment of veterinary education delivered through distance learning.
AVMA News
APRIL 24, 2025
The Ohio VMA (OVMA) held its Midwest Veterinary Conference from February 20-22 in Columbus. The OVMA seated new officials and presented awards, including its Veterinarian of the Year Award to Dr. Liesa Stone.
10,000 Birds
APRIL 22, 2025
What is your favorite bird species? Trogons Whitehead’s Trogon What is your name, and where do you live? Andrew J. Sebastian, Malaysia What are the main regions or locations you cover as a bird guide? Malaysia, Borneo, Indonesia, and West Papua How long have you been a bird guide? 24 years How did you get into bird guiding?
AVMA News
APRIL 24, 2025
Veterinarian obituaries in the In Memory section of the Journal of the AVMA, April 24, 2025
10,000 Birds
APRIL 27, 2025
Blue-and-white Flycatcher, Nanhui, Shanghai, April 29, 2017 Black-crowned Night Heron, Jiangqiao, Shanghai, may 19, 2023 Brown Shrike, Nanhui, Shanghai, May 26, 2017 And yes, two more … Cattle Egret, Nanhui, Shanghai, June 24, 2016 Yellow Bittern, Nanhui, Shanghai, August 23, 2018 Photos by Kai Pflug… Source
10,000 Birds
APRIL 20, 2025
Oriental Scops Owl, Nanhui, Shanghai, May 02, 2023 Northern Boobook, Nanhui, Shanghai, Oct 26, 2018 Short-eared Owl, Nanhui, Shanghai, September 17, 2017 Photos by Kaca This series features three bird photos with a common theme taken by the same photographer. Please contact us if you are interested in contributing your own photos.
Sales and Marketing Management
APRIL 29, 2025
In todays digital world, being seen isnt enough. You need to be the brand buyers turn to first, before they even consider alternatives. Its time to stop obsessing over rankings and start building industry-defining content. The post How to Build a Brand Thats Impossible for Humans and AI to Ignore appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.
Sales and Marketing Management
APRIL 28, 2025
Marc Matthews, founder and CEO of Pulse Experiential Travel, shares insights from 40+ years of creating incentive travel experiences for reward recipients. Learn whats in vogue when feting top performers. The post Where Do You Want to Go Today? Tails from an Incentive Travel Planner appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.
Sales and Marketing Management
APRIL 23, 2025
Your sales funnel is a dynamic system that requires consistent attention and refinement. Here are some effective steps for building a B2B sales funnel that converts cold leads into loyal customers. The post How to Build a B2B Sales Funnel That Converts Cold Leads into Loyal Customers appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.
AVMA News
MAY 2, 2025
The body of missing equine veterinarian Dr. Shawn Frehner was recently discovered in a lake.
AVMA News
MAY 6, 2025
Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) is one of the most devastating swine diseases globally. That may soon change thanks to advances in gene-editing tools that can make pigs resistant to PRRS.
AVMA News
MAY 5, 2025
As the race for 2025-26 AVMA president-elect nears the finish, Drs. Mary Ergen and Jennifer Quammen share how theyll help ensure a bright future for the profession and why they are best suited for the position.
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