Lunch 'n' Learn

Lunch 'n' Learn sessions were developed in 2013 as a way to help busy MVMA members obtain CE credits without having to leave work. Lunch 'n' Learns are open to all veterinary professionals! These one-hour sessions are held on the second Tuesday of each month from 12–1 p.m. (central). Attendees receive 1 interactive CE credit.

Pricing: 
MVMA Members: FREE
Non-Member MN Licensed Veterinarian: $45/per session
CVTs, VTs, VAs: $20/per session
Non-MN Licensed Veterinarian: $20/per session

WebEx software is used to conduct the online Lunch 'n' Learn series. Join a test meeting now to ensure your device is set up properly. 

LUNCH 'N' LEARN SCHEDULE

Tuesday, Jan. 14: Structuring Your Exit: Understanding & Creating a Favorable Retirement
Bret Halishak, Total Practice Solutions Group

Retiring on your own timeline after decades of working while providing for yourself and the others in your life is of the utmost importance for most veterinarians. We will discuss the available exit strategies based on the ideal type, whether through an associate, an acquisition, or a corporate group. Understanding and maximizing the terms of your agreement is sometimes more important than the sticker price. Together, we will review how employment agreements are shaped so you can get favorable terms and how payout structure can vary and be expansive depending on the offer you are trying to achieve.

Bret has been in the veterinary industry for over 15 years and has worked within practice management since the beginning. Being through the industry in multiple different roles, Bret has broadened his acumen to help practice owners and key staff members make crucial decisions to help impact the patients, clients, colleagues, and practice. Given his extensive background in change and practice management, Bret has the knowledge to assist practice owners with increasing their profitability while preparing to sell their practice in their preferred timeframe.

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Tuesday, Feb. 11: Better Care Starts with Insured Clients!
Heather Huwe, Territory Partner, Trupanion

Dive into the world of pet medical insurance and discover how it’s revolutionizing the way hospital teams care for their patients. Topics to be covered include: What is pet medical insurance?; Key differences between the uninsured and insured patient experience; The Stop Treatment Threshold: what is it and how does it impact your team?; How to educate and empower your clients and team.

Heather has over a decade of diverse experience in the veterinary industry. She has worn multiple hats, from practice manager to outside sales, and is now a licensed insurance producer serving as a Territory Partner for Trupanion. Heather's passion lies in empowering clients and veterinarians with the insights to navigate medical insurance seamlessly, ensuring pets receive optimal healthcare.

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Tuesday, March 11: Money Matters: Let's Talk About What Vet School Didn't Teach You About Your Personal & Practice Financials
Tristyn Gies, Regional Business Development Officer, Veterinary Division, Bank of America Practice Solutions

Ever wondered what in the world banks are doing in Animal Health? They seem to pop out of every corner! The secret’s out and the veterinary industry is quickly becoming one of the most pursued fields by financial intuitions. Aside from the overwhelming love and need that our pets provide, veterinarians are highly sought after due to the stability and a “recession-proof” industry. What does that mean for you as a provider? Join Bank of America veterinary-banking specialist, Tristyn Gies, as she walks through the financial implications of practice ownership, why your money matters, and what you didn’t learn in school. Whether you’re thinking about practice ownership or already own a practice, all are welcome and encouraged to apply as we continue to break down barriers and eliminate some of the fear and stress associated with practice financials.

Hi, I’m Tristyn! I’m your Midwest veterinary banking partner. I work for Bank of America Practice Solutions, a boutique department of BOFA that focuses exclusively on private healthcare and works to champion and rally behind private practice ownership. My role is to provide custom financing solutions for every aspiring and current practice owners for the majority of their big financial needs. I’ve been with BOFA since 2020 and have worked with over 100 healthcare clients. While the bank has been lending for over 25 years in this space, I believe in data, accessible education and creating a smart, supportive network to make sure all my clients and partners feel equipped and empowered to pursue their dreams.

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Tuesday, April 8 - The Power of Four: Introducing Credelio Quattro
Matt Eberts, Regional Consulting Veterinarian for Companion Animals, Elanco

Matt Eberts D.V.M. is an Elanco regional consulting veterinarian for companion animals. He received his D.V.M. in 1999 from Ohio State University and completed an internship at the University of Minnesota Veterinary Teaching Hospital. After the internship, he moved to Brainerd, Minnesota to work at Lakeland Veterinary Hospital, becoming medical director and co-owner. The north woods of Minnesota is a hotspot of tick infections and managing tick-transmitted disease is a pillar of practice. Matt became involved in research regarding managing and diagnosing tick-borne infections, leading to multiple publications and academic presentations. He joined the team at Elanco Animal Health in 2016.

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Tuesday, May 13 - TBA
Merck Animal Health

Tuesday, June 10 - Nutrition
Hill's Pet Nutrition