These generation categories include:

• Silent
• Baby Boomers
• Gen X
• Millennials
• Gen Z

“Cuspers” are those who were born three to five years between generations.

Keep in mind that everyone is unique, and no one fits a standard mold. Here are some ideas to communicate between generations:

• Talk to the other generations to find out what is important to them and why.
• Appreciate the differences and use the strengths of each generation.
• Learn how people prefer communications and how they prefer to obtain their information.
• Give feedback as needed and desired.

This recorded presentation is available for members here.  

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The following day, the board of directors convened for their first meeting of the year. They deliberated on ways to enhance the value for AAIV members and considered potential new programs and improvements to existing ones.

Our networking reception on Monday was also a great success, where we heard from AAIV President, Allison Sateren. Allison shared updates on what we accomplished in 2022 and our plans for 2023, which includes more industry-focused webinars, in-person and virtual networking receptions, a new website set to launch in early March and compensation data that will be published soon for members to view.

We want to extend a big thank you to all of those who visited the AAIV booth, attended the networking reception and remain active members of our organization. We value your support and engagement!

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Career Transition Panel Recap

Last fall, AAIV hosted a lively discussion on veterinary careers in industry. This was moderated by Dr. Valerie Ragan, Center for Public and Corporate Veterinary Medicine, VAMD. The panelists included:

·     Dr. Russ Drury, Boehringer-Ingelheim and Pawsibilites Vet Med

·     Dr. Jen Kasten, Dechra Pharmaceuticals

·     Dr. Caroline Luther, MedVet

·     Dr. Tabatha Regehr, Pet Poison Helpline/Safety Call

We discussed the various careers and fields that could be included in the definition of industry veterinary medicine, which also applies to veterinary technicians and nurses. We defined some of the entry level positions such as field and professional services, pharmacovigilance and marketing/sales. 

There are many available resources for career transition:

·     AAIV career resources and mentorship program

·     Pawsibilities mentoring network

·     Center for Public and Corporate Veterinary Medicine

·     K-State Olathe professional development program

·     AVMA Career Center

·     Purdue University

Check out these resources and be sure to join AAIV on future webinars. 

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Learning and Leading with AAIV and K-State Olathe Recap

American Association of Industry Veterinarians and Kansas State University Olathe presented the annual Learning and Leading continuing education track at VMX 2023. The program featured speakers who have experienced success outside of traditional practice in roles with industry, academia and consulting.

The day started out with the important topic of feedback. Dr. Kemba Marshall, director of veterinary services for Land O’Lakes Purina Animal Nutrition Center complex gave two presentations: Giving the Gift of Feedback and Receiving the Gift of Feedback. She shared the importance of feedback and actionable steps on growing this key professional skill.

Megan Brashear, RVT, VTS (ECC), senior manager of veterinary nursing at the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital, spoke on Assuming Positive Intent. She shared personal insights and practical tips and advice to increasing mental resiliency and reacting more positively to the world around us with the goal of improving work experiences in our profession.

Kara Burns, MS, MEd, LVT, VTS (Nutrition), VTS-H (Internal Medicine, Dentistry) shared her experience with Courageous Change. She spoke on the impact of stepping outside one’s comfort zone and embracing opportunities to personal and professional fulfillment and success. Dr. Bianca Zenor, director of global medical affairs with IDEXX, talked about the importance of professional identity when working in positions outside traditional clinical practice.  

The program wrapped up with a presentation by Dr. Ellen Lowery, clinical professor and director of the Purdue University Veterinary Hospitals, who spoke on the importance of trust in building successful teams and delivering results. The track was well-attended and the topics resonated with a mixed audience representing all facets of the profession. Mark your calendars now for the VMX 2024 Learning and Leading track for Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024.  

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AAALAC: What is it and Why are We a Member Org

The Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC International) is a private, nonprofit organization that promotes the humane treatment of all animals in biomedical and agricultural research through voluntary accreditation and assessment programs. Species covered include all laboratory animals as well as farm and agricultural animals. Currently, more than 1,050 companies, universities, hospitals, government agencies and other research institutions in 50 countries and regions have earned AAALAC accreditation. Accreditation of an organization demonstrates their commitment to responsible animal care and improvement in animal welfare and standards of care. 

What does it take to become an accredited?

Along with meeting all applicable local and national regulations, AAALAC accredited institutions also must demonstrate that they are achieving the standards outlined in three primary standard documents, including the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals. Meeting these standards demonstrates that an organization goes above and beyond what is required by animal welfare regulations. After an institution earns accreditation, it must be re-evaluated every three years to maintain its accredited status. AAALAC participation is voluntary, and as such, AAALAC International is not a regulatory body. All information regarding the institutions and AAALAC are held confidentially.

AAIV as a member organization

AAIV is among a select group of professional and educational groups with an interest in advancing animal well-being in science and education and a commitment to the responsible and humane use of animals in science as a member organization. As part of this membership, AAIV appoints a representative to serve as an AAALAC International Member Organization Delegate. 

AAIV Delegate to AAALAC

Dr. Hilton Klein has been active with AAALAC since 1987 initially serving as a council on accreditation member. He became a member of AAALAC’s Board of Trustees in 2001 representing AAIV. He served as president of the board of directors. Dr. Klein recently won the AAALAC International Bennett J. Cohen Award that recognizes outstanding individuals who have, through their exceptional service and significant contributions to AAALAC International, demonstrated a strong and abiding commitment to advancing science through promotion of the highest standards of laboratory animal care in research, testing and education. AAIV is very grateful to Dr. Klein for his many years of service as the delegate to AAALAC. At the end of the current term, Dr. Jennifer Haupt will be taking over the role as the AAIV delegate to AAALAC bringing years of experience and dedication of the humane care and use of animals in biomedical research. 

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Pawsibilities Vet Med is for pre-veterinary students, veterinary students, veterinary technician students, veterinary technicians, and veterinarians from underrepresented backgrounds, based on disability status, ethnicity, gender, non-traditional path, race, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, religion, and veteran status. Because everyone has something to learn and everyone has something to offer, we encourage allies in the veterinary field to sign up as mentors.

More information on how to join the Pawsibilities platform as a mentor and/or mentee can be found at https://www.pawsibilitiesvetmed.com/join-us, where individuals can create an account and complete a required 1.5-hour training on Inclusive Mentoring. After completion of the training, individuals receive a certificate and instructions for creating a profile to access the mentoring platform, all free of charge to the user.

To support Pawsibilities through donations, which go directly to the maintenance and expansion of our mentoring platform and the delivery of events like educational webinars, please visit https://www.pawsibilitiesvetmed.com/give.

For more information on ways to partner with Pawsibilities Vet Med and any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us: https://www.pawsibilitiesvetmed.com/contact.

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