UGA VBMA

The University of Georgia Chapter of the Veterinary Business Management Association Why should you join VBMA?

The VBMA is one of the largest and most active independent student programs in our nation’s Veterinary Schools, with chapters in every Veterinary School in the U.S., and a growing number of chapters internationally. We are an organization that was founded by students, as our predecessors recognized the lack of business education they were receiving in their curriculum. VBMA provides a strong found

ation of general and veterinary specific business education. Our members are those who constantly better themselves and the profession. They are the veterinary students dedicated to pursuing excellence in all facets of their veterinary education and ultimately in their careers.

04/22/2026

Hey Vet Dawgs! 🐶🐮🐴

Join VBMA for our last lunch meeting of the semester! We’re very excited to have Dr. Kathy Fish from CityVet coming to talk to us about how to earn respect from technicians as a new grad. It’s always great to hear some real life advice in between all of the medical talk! 🤓

We can’t wait to see you there! ✨

04/17/2026

Exciting connections were made at VBMA’s first-ever Networking Night! 🌟

Students, faculty, and alumni from the Class of 1978 came together to share insights, career advice, and stories from the field. It was inspiring to continue strengthening the bridge between future veterinarians and those already shaping the profession. Events like these remind us that veterinary medicine thrives on collaboration, mentorship, and community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. We can’t wait to do this again! 🐾

04/06/2026

Hey vet dawgs! 🐾

We are very excited to be hosting our second-ever VBMA x UGA CVM Alumni Panel, featuring distinguished alumni from the Class of 1978. They will be discussing how the field has changed since they graduated, where it’s heading in the future, and what skills have helped them out along the way.

Additionally, faculty and staff are being invited to connect with us! This is not just an alumni panel, but also a brand-new, exciting networking night. 🤝

The networking hour will be held from 6-7pm, and the alumni panel will be from 7-8pm. This is a rare opportunity to earn a NETWORKING CREDIT for your VBMA certificates, so do not miss out on this opportunity!

Dinner and drinks will be provided to 25 students. Check your UGA email, or hit the link in our bio to sign up! 🔗

03/31/2026

Veterinary professionals have so much to offer the world. Beyond clinical practice, veterinarians help shape the animal health industry through product development, research, regulatory work, and resources that support veterinary teams. They bridge the needs of pet owners, veterinary professionals, and companies, influencing care at scale. Veterinarians who step into these spaces bring clinical judgment, ethical responsibility, and a deep understanding of the patient into decisions that impact millions of animals, and represent the profession and the science that is the ultimate foundation of pet health. 🩺🌎

Join VBMA for another fun lunch meeting where Drs. Caitlin Hering and Rhonda Veit of The Farmer’s Dog share their career journeys and explore how veterinary training can translate into roles that blend science, business, and real world impact both inside and beyond the exam room.

We cannot wait to see you there! Check your UGA email (or click the link in our bio) to sign up for FREE Firehouse Subs!!! 🥳

03/18/2026

Want to learn more about the Whole Person Model? 🤔

Join VBMA for a lunch meeting with Sabrina Childs from Ethos Veterinary Health. She will be discussing how the Whole Person Model embraces holistic well-being and individualized development within the workplace.

PSA: free food will be involved 🫣‼️ check your UGA emails to sign up!

03/17/2026

Hey vet dawgs!

We hope yall had a great spring break! But now it’s time to lock in because we have a VBMA lunch meeting THIS FRIDAY!!🥳🥳

We are so excited to have Dr. Singletary again from to talk about strategic and intentional growth within a veterinary practice! This will include financial preparation, marketing initiatives, and team building practices! You don’t want to miss this amazing talk!

Check your email for the sign up link for a chance to get free lunch!

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📆3/20
⏰12pm
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02/17/2026

Hey vet school! 🐾

VBMA is excited to announce a lunch meeting on 2/23 with Dr. Garrett Davis from SynergyVet. He will be discussing the keys to becoming a successful practice owner. If you’re interested in practice ownership, this meeting is for you!

Larry’s Giant Subs will be provided to 75 students, so be sure to check your UGA email and sign up!

02/10/2026

Professional, up-to-date headshots are essential for veterinary students, making strong first impressions and boosting credibility. 🐾📸 Lucky for you, VBMA is hosting a headshot fundraiser on Classic Campus! Bring your best smile, your pets, and any vet-related props (white coats, stethoscopes, etc.). 🥼🩺 Support your VBMA chapter and reserve a time slot using the link in our bio!
Please note - payment is required at sign-up, and it is BINDING!

02/09/2026

Hey Vet Dawgs! VBMA and CVF are having a joint meeting on 2/11 at 12pm! Dr. Doug Ruff will be giving an informative talk about starting up a small animal clinic! This will be a great meeting you don’t want to miss!

02/06/2026

Last month our 26/27 Elect exec board attended VBMA nationals in Orlando! They got to hear from incredible speakers, meet other vet school execs, network with business owners from all over the country, and SO. MUCH. MORE! We are so proud of our new exec for making the most out of this opportunity and we can’t wait to see what they do at UGA next year! 🐾🐾 -stay tuned for an official introduction post🤫

P.S swipe to see what everyone’s favorite part about the conference was!

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