2015 speakers
animal Behavior
equine
Melissa Bain, DVM, DACVB, M.S.
Frank Andrews, DVM, M.S., DACVIM-LA
University of California, Davis School of
Veterinary Medicine
Davis, Calif.
Louisiana State University, Veterinary
Clinical Sciences
Baton Rouge, La.
Emma Parsons, B.A., KPA-CTP, CDBC
John Bonagura, DACVIM, DVM, M.S.
North Chelmsford, Mass.
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Lynne Seibert, B.S., DVM, M.S., Ph.D.,
DACVB
North Georgia Veterinary Specialists
Buford, Ga.
Affiliation: Elanco Animal Health
aquaculture
Lester Khoo, VMD, Ph.D.
Mississippi State College of Veterinary
Medicine
Stoneville, Miss.
Roulf Embertson, DVM, DACVS
Rood and Riddle
Lexington, Ky.
Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, J.D.
Veterinary Business Advisors, Inc.
Whitehouse Station, N.J.
Gwendolen Lorch, DVM, M.S., Ph.D.,
DACVD
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
food Animal
Tim Barman, DVM
Cooper Farms, Inc.
Fort Recovery, Ohio
Andrew Bowman, M.S., DVM, Ph.D.,
DACVPM
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Troy Brick, DVM, M.S.
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Hans Coetzee, BVSc., Ph.D., DACVCP,
DACAW
Iowa State University, College of
Veterinary Medicine
Ames, Iowa
Victor Cortese, DVM, Ph.D., DABVP
Zoetis Animal Health
Simpsonville, Ky.
Fred Gingrich, DVM
Country Road Veterinary Services
Ashland, Ohio
Greg Habing, DVM, M.S., Ph.D.,
DACVPM
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
John Middleton, DVM, Ph.D., DACVIM
The University of Missouri College of
Veterinary Medicine, Department of
Veterinary Medical and Surgery
Columbia, Mo.
Lowell Midla, VMD, M.S.
The Ohio State University
Marysville, Ohio
Jason Stull, VMD, MPVM, Ph.D., DACVPM
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Richard Wiley, DVM
New Pittsburg Small Animal Clinic
Wooster, Ohio
holistic &
Integrative medicine
Doug Knueven, DVM, CVA, CVC, CVCH
Beaver Animal Clinic
Beaver, Pa.
William Kruesi, M.S., DVM
Wallingford, Vt.
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Carolina Medina, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA,
CVCH
VCA Sacramento Veterinary Referral Center
Sacramento, Calif.
Melissa Shelton, DVM
Crow River Animal Hospital, animalEO
Essential Oils for Animals
Howard Lake, Minn.
national veterinary
accreditation program
Jamie Davis, DVM, M.S.
United States Department of Agriculture
APHIS, Veterinary Services
Pickerington, Ohio
Nancy Hannaway, DVM
pet Animal
Richard Bednarski, M.S., DVM, DACVA
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
John Bonagura, DACVIM, DVM, M.S.
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Tony Buffington, DVM, Ph.D., DACVN
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Affiliation: Nestle Purina
Sherman Canapp, DVM, M.S., CCRT,
DACVS, DACVSM
Veterinary Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Group
Annapolis Junction, Md.
Lynette Cole, DVM, M.S., DACVD
Thomas Hans, DVM
Jennifer Gieg, DVM, DACVIM
United States Department of Agriculture
APHIS, Veterinary Services
Pickerington, Ohio
MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for
Pets
Cincinnati, Ohio
Daniel Harpster, DVM
Lynn Guptill, DVM, Ph.D., DACVIM
United States Department of Agriculture
APHIS, Veterinary Services
Pickerington, Ohio
Purdue University College of Veterinary
Medicine
West Lafayette, Ind.
Kellie Hough, DVM, MPH-VPH
Barbara Kitchell, DVM, Ph.D., DACVIM
(Oncology)
Roger Krogwold, DVM, M.S., MPH,
DACVPM
United States Department of Agriculture
APHIS, Veterinary Services
Pickerington, Ohio
Victoria Spellmire, DVM
United States Department of Agriculture
APHIS, Veterinary Services
Pickerington, Ohio
Steven Wilden, DVM
United States Department of Agriculture
APHIS, Veterinary Services
Pickerington, Ohio
• COMMITTEE CHAIR •
Brad Garrison, DVM
United States Department of Agriculture
APHIS, Veterinary Services
Pickerington, Ohio
United States Department of Agriculture
APHIS, Veterinary Services
Pickerington, Ohio
committees
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
VCA Veterinary Care Animal Hospital and
Referral Center
Albuquerque, N.M.
Affiliation: Nestle Purina
Heidi Lobprise, DVM, DAVDC
Main Street Veterinary Hospital
Flower Mound, Texas
Affiliation: Zoetis
Andrew Moorhead, DVM, M.S., Ph.D.
University of Georgia College of
Veterinary Medicine
Athens, Ga.
Affiliation: Merial; Bayer Animal Health
Robert Munger, DVM, DACVO
Animal Ophthalmology Clinic
Dallas, Texas
• ANIMAL BEHAVIOR •
Chair: Meghan Herron, Christine Kabalan, DVM
DVM
Laurie Schulze, DVM
Elizabeth Feltes, DVM Traci Shreyer, M.A.
• EQUINE •
Chair: Bimbo Welker,
DVM
Ronald Fuller, DVM
Paul Masters, DVM
Rustin Moore, DVM
Daniel Stradley, DVM
Scott Strosnider, DVM
Walter Threlfall, DVM
Ryan Zimmerman, DVM
• FOOD ANIMAL •
Chair: Eric Gordon, DVM Amanda Wagner, DVM
Andrew Bowman, DVM Ellen Yoakam, DVM
William Shulaw, DVM
• HOLISTIC & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE •
Chair: Neal Sivula, DVM Kriston Sherman, DVM
James Carlson, DVM
Karen Spracklen, DVM
Brett Ellis, DVM
Dorothea Zivkovic,
Jon Ellis, DVM
DVM
Donn Griffith, DVM
• PET ANIMAL •
Chairs: Robert Knapp,
DVM & Linda
Lehmkuhl, DVM
Ellen Imhof-Matlock,
DVM
Paul Knapp, DVM
Robert Sherding, DVM
Walter Threlfall, DVM
Terah Webb, DVM
• PRACTICE MANAGEMENT •
Chair: Tom Pumpelly,
DVM
Robert Knapp, DVM
Andrea Lukuch
Hal (Chip) Taylor, III,
DVM
• PUBLIC HEALTH •
Chair: Jason Stull, DVM
Jane Battig, DVM
Julie Bilchak, DVM
Steven Close, DVM
Jeff Hayes, DVM
Michael Hockman, DVM
Armando Hoet, DVM
Jeanette O’Quin, DVM
Kathy Smith, DVM
• SHELTER ANIMAL •
Chairs: Jeanette
O’Quin, DVM &
Stephanie Wimbish,
CAWA
Melanie deHaan, DVM
Rachel Finney, CAWA
Robert Fisher, DVM
Brian Forsgren, DVM
Sharon Harvey, M.A.
Melinda Holland, DVM
Debbie Johnson, DVM
Mark Kumpf, CAWA
Laurie Millward, DVM
Robert Sigler, DVM
Brian Weltge
• TECHNICIAN •
Chairs: Angela Beal,
DVM & Vicki Riley,
RVT
Kimberly Myers, RVT
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Thaibinh Nguyenba, DVM, DACVIM
(Cardiology)
MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets
Worthington, Ohio
Barbara Oglesbee, DVM, DABVP
(Avian)
MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets
Columbus, Ohio
David Panciera, DVM, M.S., DACVIM
Virginia–Maryland Regional College of
Veterinary Medicine
Blacksburg, Va.
Valerie Parker, DVM, DACVIM, DACVN
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Carol Reinero, DVM, Ph.D., DACVIM
University of Missouri College of
Veterinary Medicine
Columbia, Mo.
Affiliation: Merck and Boehringer Ingelheim
Robert Sherding, DVM, DACVIM
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Affiliation: Trupanion Pet Insurance
Natalie Theus, DVM, M.S., DACVD
MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets
Worthington, Ohio
David Twedt, DVM, DACVIM
Colorado State University College of
Veterinary Medicine
Fort Collins, Colo.
Affiliation: Nestle Purina
Amanda Fark, MBA
Edward Breitschwerdt, DVM, DACVIM
The Ohio State University College of
Veterinary Medicine
Columbus, Ohio
North Carolina State University College of
Veterinary Medicine
Raleigh, N.C.
Affiliation: IDEXX Laboratories, Bayer Animal
Health, and Galaxy Diagnostics
Edward Guiducci, J.D.
Guiducci & Guiducci, P.C.
Arvada, Colo.
Bash Halow, B.A., CVPM, LVT
Halow Tassava Consulting
Wyalusing, Pa.
Holly Hillyer
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
Columbus, Ohio
Stith Keiser
American Animal Hospital Association
Lakewood, Colo.
Cindy Kidd, DVM
Mt. Zion Animal Clinic & Boarding
Jackson, Ohio
Tim Kolb, DVM
Northwest Animal Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
Justin Mohler, CPA
JP Mohler, LLC
Springfield, Ohio
Roger Redman, DVM
Ark Veterinary Hospital
Wooster, Ohio
Michael Snee
Ohio Department of Health
Columbus, Ohio
Terah Webb, DVM, DACVO
Denise Tumblin, CPA
MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets
Worthington, Ohio
Wutchiett Tumblin and Associates
Columbus, Ohio
Affiliation: Advanstar Publications
Matthew Winter, DVM, DACVR
The University of Florida College of
Veterinary Medicine
Gainesville, Fla.
Ernest Ward, Jr., DVM, CVFT
E3 Management, LLC
Ocean Isle Beach, N.C.
Joshua Daniels, DVM, Ph.D., DACVM
The Ohio State University Veterinary
Medical Center
Columbus, Ohio
Tony Forshey, DVM
Ohio Department of Agriculture
Reynoldsburg, Ohio
Richard Gary, Ph.D.
Ohio Department of Health
Columbus, Ohio
Andrew Hillier, DVM, BVSc, MANZCVS,
DACVD
Zoetis
Placida, Fla.
W. Michael Hockman, B.S., DVM, M.S.
Ohio Department of Agriculture
Reynoldsburg, Ohio
Robert Hutchison, DVM
Animal Clinic Northview
North Ridgeville, Ohio
Joanne Midla, VMD
Ohio Department of Health
Columbus, Ohio
Karnail Mudahar, DVM, MPH
FSIS, United States Department of Agriculture
Lombard, Ill.
Glen Needham, Ph.D.
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Jeanette O’Quin, DVM, MPH-VPH
The Ohio State University College of
Veterinary Medicine
Columbus, Ohio
Saba Osloobi, DVM, MPH-VPH
practice management
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Susan Allen, AIA, ASID, LEED AP BD+C
Greg Ballash, MPH-VPH
TC Architects
Akron, Ohio
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Dublin, Ohio
Linda Saif, M.S., Ph.D., Honorary DACVM
The Ohio State University
Wooster, Ohio
Colleen Shockling Dent, MPH-VPH
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Susan Skorupski, B.S., M.S., DVM
United States Department of Agriculture
APHIS, Veterinary Services
Pickerington, Ohio
small ruminants
Amy Breton, CVT, VTS (ECC)
Blue Pearl-Waltham
Waltham, Mass.
Joseph Crock, DVM
Joany Van Balen, DVM
Jeffrey Lakritz, DVM, Ph.D., DACVIM,
DACVCP
The Ohio State University College of
Veterinary Medicine
Columbus, Ohio
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Vet Tech Institute at Bradford School
Columbus, Ohio
Affiliation: Animal Hospital of Pataskala
D. Michael Rings, DVM, M.S., DACVIM
Candice Hoerner, CVT, VTS-Dentsitry
Thomas Wittum, M.S., Ph.D.
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Big Sky Veterinary Dentistry Education
Columbia Falls, Mont.
Craig Sarver, DVM, M.S.
Saralyn Sharp, RVT, AVTCP (Canine/
Feline)
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
shelter animal
Jennifer Brandt, Ph.D., LISW-S
The Ohio State University College of
Veterinary Medicine
Columbus, Ohio
Nellie Goetz, DVM
The Humane Alliance of WNC
Asheville, N.C.
John Gordon, DVM, DACVD
MedVet Associates
Worthington, Ohio
Sharon Harvey, M.A.
Cleveland Animal Protective League
Cleveland, Ohio
Michelle Holdgreve
Ohio Veterinary Medical Association
Powell, Ohio
Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, J.D.
Veterinary Business Advisors, Inc.
Whitehouse Station, N.J.
William Mangham, DVM
The Humane Society of the United States
Rutledge, Ga.
Ohio Department of Agriculture, Division
of Animal Health
Reynoldsburg, Ohio
Mary Smith, DVM
Cornell University College of Veterinary
Medicine
Ithaca, N.Y.
Pamela Walker, DVM, M.S., DACVIM
Camelid Care Veterinary Services
Grove City, Ohio
Martha Smith-Blackmore, DVM
Animal Rescue League of Boston
Boston, Mass.
Rachel Thompson
The Humane Society of the United States
Gaithersburg, Md.
Katy Waddell, LVT, VTS (ECC,
Anesthesia)
Texas A&M University College of
Veterinary Medicine
College Station, Texas
Kenichiro Yagi, B.S., RVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM)
Adobe Animal Hospital
Los Altos, Calif.
staff Development
Louise Dunn
Snowgoose Veterinary Management
Consultants
Pfafftown, N.C.
Eric Garcia
Simply Done Tech Solutions
Lutz, Fla.
Karyn Gavzer, MBA, CVPM
KG Marketing & Training, Inc.
Springboro, Ohio
Philip Seibert, CVT
Safety Vet
Calhoun, Tenn.
Laurie Millward, DVM, M.S.
North Royalton Animal Hospital
North Royalton, Ohio
Purdue University Veterinary Teaching
Hospital
West Lafayette, Ind.
hands-on labs
Rick Alleman, DVM, Ph.D., DABVP, DACVP
Lighthouse Veterinary Consultants
Alachua, Hawaii
Louise Dunn
Snowgoose Veterinary Management
Consultants
Pfafftown, N.C.
Jonathan Dyce, M.A., VetMB, MRCVS,
DSAO, DACVS
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Eric Garcia
technician
Simply Done Tech Solutions
Lutz, Fla.
Heidi Lobprise, DVM, DAVDC
Lighthouse Veterinary Consultants
Alachua, Hawaii
Main Street Veterinary Hospital
Flower Mound, Texas
Affiliation: Zoetis
Ric Berlinski, DVM
Kenichiro Yagi, B.S., RVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM)
Rick Alleman, DVM, Ph.D., DABVP, DACVP
The Toledo Zoo
Toledo, Ohio
Adobe Animal Hospital
Los Altos, Calif.
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registration FAQs
• FEES & DEADLINES •
What do registration fees include?
•All sessions on day(s) attending, except labs
•Conference Proceedings (online & CD)
•Exhibit Hall entry on day(s) attending (except
Sunday)
•MVC Sunday Lunch (if attending on Sunday)
What are the registration deadlines?
•Jan. 6, 2015 – Early bird discounts end.
•Feb. 5, 2015 – Pre-registration deadline. After
this date, please register on site.
• GROUP REGISTRATION •
Am I able to register multiple people from our
clinic at the same time?
Yes. If you are registering multiple DVMs by fax
or by mail, please make a copy of the registration form on the next page (or download a
PDF from www.mvcinfo.org) and complete a
separate form for each individual. If you are registering multiple non-DVM staff, use the form
beginning on page 67.
You may also register multiple individuals
online. Follow the prompts to add as many veterinarians, technicians and/or staff as needed.
Detailed instructions can be found on the MVC
Web site at www.mvcinfo.org/registration.
Another option to register multiple individuals
is to purchase a Hospital Staff Pass. (See below.)
• HOSPITAL STAFF PASSES •
Who can use a Hospital Staff Pass?
Any member of a hospital staff, excluding veterinarians and technicians, may use the Pass.
How does a Hospital Staff Pass work?
Each Pass includes four tickets, color coded
by day, which can be used by any eligible staff
member on any day of the MVC (e.g., one staff
member per day; one staff member in the morning
and another in the afternoon on each day; or four
staff members on one day; etc.). Each individual
should bring that day’s ticket to the Attendee
Assistance booth after arriving on site to receive
a badge, which can be traded among attendees
throughout the day. However, because the Passes
are color coded by day (for verification purposes),
the badge is only good for one day; a new badge
must be picked up each day of attendance.
How can I purchase Hospital Staff Passes?
Use page 4 of the the technician and staff registration form (pp. 67–70) to select the number of
Passes you wish to purchase and the number of
tickets you would like for each day.
Do I need to provide names of the staff members who will be attending?
Yes, we ask that you provide a list of attendees
so we may verify that the individuals who show
up on site are authorized to attend. If you do
not know who will be attending, please list all
staff members who could potentially attend.
This list can be modified later by logging into
your online account or by contacting the OVMA
at [email protected] with your changes.
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Do Hospital Staff Passes include CE verification?
The OVMA does not provide CE certificates for
hospital staff, as it is not required by law.
2015 REGISTRATION FEES
Early Bird (Thru 1.6.15)
Advance (1.7–2.5.15)
On Site
DVM – OVMA Member or
Out of State
One Day
$155 online | $165 mail/fax
$185 online | $205 mail/fax
$225
Full MVC
$260 online | $275 mail/fax
$305 online | $320 mail/fax
$350
DVM – OVMA Life Member1
One Day
$95 online | $100 mail/fax
$105 online | $110 mail/fax
$120
Full MVC
$140 online | $145 mail/fax
$160 online | $165 mail/fax
$180
One Day
$330 online | $340 mail/fax
$360 online | $380 mail/fax
$400
Full MVC
$435 online | $450 mail/fax
$480 online | $495 mail/fax
$525
DVM – Non-Member in Ohio
DVM – Resident/Intern
Technicians
Hospital Staff
Member
$75 online | $85 mail/fax
$85 online | $95 mail/fax
$95
Non-Mbr
$125 online | $135 mail/fax
$135 online | $145 mail/fax
$145
One Day
$1oo online | $110 mail/fax
$120 online | $130 mail/fax
$140
Full MVC
$150 online | $160 mail/fax
$170 online | $180 mail/fax
$195
One Day
$1oo online | $110 mail/fax
$120 online | $130 mail/fax
$140
Full MVC
$150 online | $160 mail/fax
$170 online | $180 mail/fax
$195
$335
Hospital Staff Pass
$280 online | $290 mail/fax
$300 online | $310 mail/fax
Member3
$0 online
$0 online
$0
Non-Mbr
$20 online
$20 online
$20
$20 online
$20 online
$20
One Day
$75 online/mail/fax
$75 online/mail/fax
$95
Full MVC
$100 online/mail/fax
$100 online/mail/fax
$120
2
Veterinary/Technician
Students
Pre-Vet Students4
Spouses & Guests5
1. Board approved | 2. Non-DVM, non-technician ONLY | 3. Member of OVMA (vet students) or SCNAVTA (tech students) | 4. Not attending the Veterinary Exploration Conference | 5. Non-veterinary professionals ONLY
• CONTINUING EDUCATION •
How many hours of CE can I obtain at the MVC?
You can earn 24 hours of CE if you elect to attend the full Conference and attend a session
during each time slot on all four days.
registrant is provided) and postal mail.
Should I include every session I plan to attend
when registering?
Yes. This helps the OVMA determine room
assignments based on the capacity of each
session, and it allows us to keep a record of your
CE should you need it for a future audit. If you
change your mind after registering, you will be
able to edit your selections online.
What if I forget to bring my badge to the MVC?
You may request new materials when you arrive on site by visiting the Attendee Assistance
booth. However, please be aware that there is a
$10 replacement fee for lost name badges.
How can I register for hands-on labs?
The registration form includes a section where
you may select which of these programs you
would like to attend. Please note that participation in these programs may be limited and is
awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis.
May technicians and staff attend DVM wet labs?
Due to limited capacities and specialized content,
these programs are restricted to veterinarians.
Will I be able to access and print notes for my
sessions prior to the Conference?
Yes. Instructions for accessing the Conference
Proceedings online will be included in your
confirmation. Please print your notes before
arriving, as there will be no printing stations on
site. If you would like a CD-ROM of the notes,
you may pick one up when you arrive on site.
• CONFIRMATION •
When will I get my confirmation and name badge?
Confirmation packets will be mailed to preregistered attendees the week of Feb. 2, 2015.
I registered multiple people from our office.
How will we receive confirmation?
Each person will receive an individual confirmation by e-mail (if a unique e-mail address for each
I registered by Feb. 5 but did not get my confirmation packet. What should I do?
Please visit the Attendee Assistance booth
when you arrive on site at the Conference.
• CHANGE, TRANSFER & CANCEL •
How can I make changes to my registration?
Refer to your confirmation e-mail for instructions on how to log in and modify your registration, or contact OVMA at [email protected]
with the changes you wish to make. Detailed
information on modifying your registration can
be found online at www.mvcinfo.org/FAQs.
What if I have to cancel my registration?
If personal or professional circumstances
prevent you from attending the Conference,
the OVMA will refund your registration fees
less a $50 administrative fee, provided that a
written refund request is received by mail, fax
or e-mail by 6 p.m. EST on March 14, 2015. No
refunds will be granted after this date. Handson labs are non-refundable. Refunds will not be
processed until March 15, 2015.
Can a registration be transferred?
If you are no longer able to attend, your registration may be transferred to another person on
your staff. Contact OVMA at [email protected]
prior to Feb. 5, or bring the original badge and
registration materials to the on-site registration
desk to receive a new name badge.
More questions? Find additional FAQs
online at www.mvcinfo.org/FAQs or contact
OVMA at [email protected].
registration form: veterinarians
attendee
Savetoup$15!
Information
Please print or type your name exactly as it should appear on your badge. One form per veterinarian.
Register online at
www.mvcinfo.org
Name ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Company_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Preferred Address*  Home  Work_______________________________________________________________________________________
*This is where we will send your confirmation packet.
City_________________________________________________________________________________ State________________ ZIP_____________
Email*___________________________________________Phone_______________________________ Fax__________________________________
*Required for email confirmation once registration is processed.
 Check here if you DO NOT wish to include your email address in your electronic badge for use in the Exhibit Hall. You will still receive emails from the MVC; you may
unsubscribe at any time.
Spouse/Guest Name (if attending)___________________________________________________________________________________________
If you need special accommodations in order to fully participate, please list them here. __________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
member
Dues
If you are an OVMA Member, you can renew your membership for 2015 now, or if you are not yet an OVMA Member, join today and save
on your MVC registration! More information on OVMA Membership can be found online at www.ohiovma.org/membership.
 Active Member: $175  Associate Member: $60  Sustaining Member: $60  Recent Grad: $120  Post-Graduate Resident/Intern: $50
(practicing in Ohio)
(out of state) (retired/disability)
(Graduated in 2013 or 2014)
 Auxiliary Member: $25  Life Member: No Charge* (Board Approved)
*Life Members must: (1) have been an OVMA Active Member in good standing for 30 or more years, which need not be consecutive; and, (2) either have
retired from the practice of veterinary medicine or reached 70 years of age. See www.ohiovma.org/membership for full details on approval process.
Payments and dues paid to the OVMA are not deductible for federal tax purposes as charitable contributions. They may be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense,
except that portion of dues payments related to representation on legislative issues. The OVMA estimates the portion attributable to legislative advocacy in 2015 to be 20%.
registration
Category
One Day
Full Conference
Please select day attending:  Thur 2.19  Fri 2.20  Sat 2.21  Sun 2.22
OVMA Members
OVMA Members
Early Bird: Advance:
Through Jan. 6
Jan. 7 – Feb. 5
 Regular Veterinarian.............................$165..............................................$205
 Post-Grad Resident/Intern.................. $85................................................ $95
 Life Member...............................................$100.............................................. $110
Non-Member in Ohio
 Regular Veterinarian..............................$340............................................. $380
 Post-Grad Resident/Intern..................$135.............................................. $145
Out-of-State DVM
 Regular Veterinarian...............................$165.............................................$205
 Post-Grad Resident/Intern....................$85............................................... $95
Spouse/Guest: Non-Veterinary Professionals ONLY
Early Bird: Advance:
Through Jan. 6
Jan. 7 – Feb. 5
 Regular Veterinarian..............................$275.............................................$320
 Post-Grad Resident/Intern................... $85............................................... $95
 Life Member................................................$145............................................. $165
Non-Member in Ohio
 Regular Veterinarian.............................$450............................................... $495
 Post-Grad Resident/Intern.................$135............................................... $145
Out-of-State DVM
 Regular Veterinarian..............................$275................................................ $320
 Post-Grad Resident/Intern................... $85.................................................. $95
Spouse/Guest: Non-Veterinary Professionals ONLY
 Spouse/Guest Attendee........................ $100.............................................. $100
 Spouse/Guest Attendee..........................$75................................................$75
*Prices listed above are for fax/postal mail registrations. Register online for discounted rates. See chart on previous page for listing of online, as well as on-site, registration fees.
emergency
contact (optional)
Name______________________________________________________________ Relationship____________________________________________
Primary Phone_______________________________________________________ Alternate Contact*_____________________________________
*Such as a second phone number, pager or email address (if checked often).
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Attendee Name (Please fill out if faxing) ______________________________________________________________________________________
session
Selection
Although selecting the sessions you plan to attend is not required, it is strongly encouraged. Selecting your sessions
allows OVMA to keep an attendance record should you need it for audit purposes; it also helps us assign rooms based on
attendance numbers. You may edit your selections at a later date should you change your mind.
Thurs 2.19________________________________________________ Fri 2.20_________________________________________________________
Sat 2.21__________________________________________________ Sun 2.22_________________________________________________________
additional
Events
Please select any hands-on labs and/or special events you would like to attend.
Hands-On Labs
 Lab A: Performing the Complete
Hematologic Analysis In-House ($95)
 Lab B: The Complete Client
Experience ($95)
 Lab C: External Skeletal Fixation ($400)
 Lab D: Dental Extractions ($295)
 Check here if you have a latex allergy.
Special Events
 OVMA Auxiliary Lunch –
Member (N/C)
 OVMA Auxiliary Lunch – Guest
Other Activities
 Friday Zumba (N/C)
 Saturday Zumba (N/C)
Qty:___________ x $25/each
charitable
contributions (optional)
 YES! I would like to make a donation of $__________
to the Ohio Animal Health Foundation to help support animal welfare programs
and research. (Learn more about OAHF on page 3 or online at www.oahf.org.)
 YES! I would like to donate an additional $_________ to 5 for 5 for the Future to support veterinary and technician student scholarships. (Learn more about this program on page 3.)
payment
 Visa
Information
 Mastercard
 Discover
 Check #_____________made payable to OVMA
Card Number________________________________________________________________________________ Expiration Date_______________
Card Holder Name___________________________________________________________________________ CVV__________________________
Billing Address: If different from address provided on previous page, please provide the billing address exactly as it appears on your statement.
Company_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City_________________________________________________________________________ State__________________ ZIP___________________
Total From Side 1: $_________________________ Total From Side 2: $______________________ Grand Total Due: $______________________
Cardholder Signature:______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Cancellation Policy. If personal or professional circumstances prevent you from attending the Conference, the OVMA will refund your Conference registration fees, less
a $50 administrative fee. A written refund request must be received by 6 p.m. EST on
March 14, 2015. No refunds can be granted after this date. No refunds can be granted
for hands-on labs, workshops or meal functions. Written refund requests may be
delivered to the OVMA via mail, fax or e-mail.
Privacy Disclosure. The OVMA will not release your contact information to non-exhibiting companies. Please be aware that the contact information you provide will be
encoded into your attendee badge and may be obtained by Exhibitors.
Consent to be Photographed. By registering for the Conference, you grant permission
for your photograph to be taken and used in future marketing materials.
Hands-On Lab Policy. By registering for a Hands-On Lab, Registrant acknowledges
and agrees that some labs involve working with live animals, cadavers, specimens,
equipment and other unique learning materials which may expose the Registrant
to a risk of injury or disease in the same manner as a veterinary professional would
be exposed to these risks in carrying out the same or similar procedures in a clinical
setting. The Registrant, by registering for these Hands-On Labs and completing this
Registration Form, agrees to assume this risk and hereby waives and releases the
OVMA and any faculty or other participants from any and all damage or injury arising
out of or related to Registrant’s participation in the Hands-On Labs.
Send completed registration form by one of the following methods:
Mail: OVMA, 1472 Manning Pkwy., Powell OH 43065 • Fax: 614.436.1301 • Register online at www.mvcinfo.org
Deadline to pre-register for the Midwest Veterinary Conference is Feb. 5, 2015. After this date, please register on site.
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registration form:
company
technicians, staff, other professionals,
group registration & hospital staff passes
$10
Save
per person
Register online at
www.mvcinfo.org
Information
Company_____________________________________________________Main Contact Person__________________________________________
Address__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City_________________________________________________________________________________ State________________ ZIP_____________
Phone________________________________________________________ Fax_________________________________________________________
attendee
Information
Attendee #1: Name (as it should appear on badge)_____________________________________________________________________________
Individual Type  Technician  Practice Manager  Hospital Staff  Shelter Staff  Other______________________________________
Preferred Address*  Home  Work________________________________________________________________________________________
*This is where we will send your confirmation packet. If left blank, packet will be sent to company address above.
City_________________________________________________________________________________ State_________________ZIP______________
Email*______________________________________________________________________________
*Required for email confirmation. Each registrant will
receive an individual confirmation.
 Check here if you DO NOT wish to include your email address in your electronic badge for use in the Exhibit Hall. You will still receive emails from the MVC.
Special Accommodations (if applicable) _____________________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name & Number________________________________________________________________________________________
Registration Type
 One Day: $110 (thru Jan. 6) Please select day attending:
 Thurs 2.19  Sat 2.21
$130 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Fri 2.20
 Full Conference: $160 (thru Jan. 6)
$180 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Sun 2.22
Spouse/Guest Name* (if attending)_______________________________________________________________________
*Non-Veterinary Professional ONLY
 One Day: $75
 Full Conference: $100
Please denote the sessions, hands-on labs and/or additional programs you wish to attend. (Refer to pp. 10–23 for session numbers.)
Thurs 2.19____________________________________________________________ Fri 2.20_____________________________________________________________
Sat 2.21______________________________________________________________ Sun 2.22____________________________________________________________
 Lab A ($95)  Lab B ($95)  Lab E ($495)  Latex Allergy (if signing up for labs)  Fri. Zumba (N/C)  Sat. Zumba (N/C)
Attendee #2: Name (as it should appear on badge)_____________________________________________________________________________
Individual Type  Technician  Practice Manager  Hospital Staff  Shelter Staff  Other______________________________________
Preferred Address*  Home  Work________________________________________________________________________________________
*This is where we will send your confirmation packet. If left blank, packet will be sent to company address above.
City_________________________________________________________________________________ State_________________ZIP______________
Email*______________________________________________________________________________
*Required for email confirmation. Each registrant will
receive an individual confirmation.
 Check here if you DO NOT wish to include your email address in your electronic badge for use in the Exhibit Hall. You will still receive emails from the MVC.
Special Accommodations (if applicable) _____________________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name & Number________________________________________________________________________________________
Registration Type
 One Day: $110 (thru Jan. 6) Please select day attending:
 Thurs 2.19  Sat 2.21
$130 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Fri 2.20
 Full Conference: $160 (thru Jan. 6)
$180 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Sun 2.22
Spouse/Guest Name* (if attending)_______________________________________________________________________
*Non-Veterinary Professional ONLY
 One Day: $75
 Full Conference: $100
Please denote the sessions, hands-on labs and/or additional programs you wish to attend. (Refer to pp. 10–23 for session numbers.)
Thurs 2.19____________________________________________________________ Fri 2.20_____________________________________________________________
Sat 2.21______________________________________________________________ Sun 2.22____________________________________________________________
 Lab A ($95)  Lab B ($95)  Lab E ($495)  Latex Allergy (if signing up for labs)  Fri. Zumba (N/C)  Sat. Zumba (N/C)
Page 1 total: $________________
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Company Name (Please fill out if faxing) _____________________________________________________________________________________
There is no need to fax this page if no additional attendees are listed; please skip to page 4 of this form to complete payment information.
Attendee #3: Name (as it should appear on badge)_____________________________________________________________________________
Individual Type  Technician  Practice Manager  Hospital Staff  Shelter Staff  Other______________________________________
Preferred Address*  Home  Work________________________________________________________________________________________
*This is where we will send your confirmation packet. If left blank, packet will be sent to company address above.
City_________________________________________________________________________________ State_________________ZIP______________
Email*______________________________________________________________________________
*Required for email confirmation. Each registrant will
receive an individual confirmation.
 Check here if you DO NOT wish to include your email address in your electronic badge for use in the Exhibit Hall. You will still receive emails from the MVC.
Special Accommodations (if applicable) _____________________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name & Number________________________________________________________________________________________
Registration Type
 One Day: $110 (thru Jan. 6) Please select day attending:
 Thurs 2.19  Sat 2.21
$130 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Fri 2.20
 Full Conference: $160 (thru Jan. 6)
$180 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Sun 2.22
Spouse/Guest Name* (if attending)_______________________________________________________________________
*Non-Veterinary Professional ONLY
 One Day: $75
 Full Conference: $100
Please denote the sessions, hands-on labs and/or additional programs you wish to attend. (Refer to pp. 10–23 for session numbers.)
Thurs 2.19____________________________________________________________ Fri 2.20_____________________________________________________________
Sat 2.21______________________________________________________________ Sun 2.22____________________________________________________________
 Lab A ($95)  Lab B ($95)  Lab E ($495)  Latex Allergy (if signing up for labs)  Fri. Zumba (N/C)  Sat. Zumba (N/C)
Attendee #4: Name (as it should appear on badge)_____________________________________________________________________________
Individual Type  Technician  Practice Manager  Hospital Staff  Shelter Staff  Other______________________________________
Preferred Address*  Home  Work________________________________________________________________________________________
*This is where we will send your confirmation packet. If left blank, packet will be sent to company address above.
City_________________________________________________________________________________ State_________________ZIP______________
Email*______________________________________________________________________________
*Required for email confirmation. Each registrant will
receive an individual confirmation.
 Check here if you DO NOT wish to include your email address in your electronic badge for use in the Exhibit Hall. You will still receive emails from the MVC.
Special Accommodations (if applicable) _____________________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name & Number________________________________________________________________________________________
Registration Type
 One Day: $110 (thru Jan. 6) Please select day attending:
 Thurs 2.19  Sat 2.21
$130 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Fri 2.20
 Full Conference: $160 (thru Jan. 6)
$180 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Sun 2.22
Spouse/Guest Name* (if attending)_______________________________________________________________________
*Non-Veterinary Professional ONLY
 One Day: $75
 Full Conference: $100
Please denote the sessions, hands-on labs and/or additional programs you wish to attend. (Refer to pp. 10–23 for session numbers.)
Thurs 2.19____________________________________________________________ Fri 2.20_____________________________________________________________
Sat 2.21______________________________________________________________ Sun 2.22____________________________________________________________
 Lab A ($95)  Lab B ($95)  Lab E ($495)  Latex Allergy (if signing up for labs)  Fri. Zumba (N/C)  Sat. Zumba (N/C)
Page 2 total: $________________
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Company Name (Please fill out if faxing) _____________________________________________________________________________________
There is no need to fax this page if no additional attendees are listed; please skip to page 4 of this form to complete payment information.
Attendee #5: Name (as it should appear on badge)_____________________________________________________________________________
Individual Type  Technician  Practice Manager  Hospital Staff  Shelter Staff  Other______________________________________
Preferred Address*  Home  Work________________________________________________________________________________________
*This is where we will send your confirmation packet. If left blank, packet will be sent to company address above.
City_________________________________________________________________________________ State_________________ZIP______________
Email*______________________________________________________________________________
*Required for email confirmation. Each registrant will
receive an individual confirmation.
 Check here if you DO NOT wish to include your email address in your electronic badge for use in the Exhibit Hall. You will still receive emails from the MVC.
Special Accommodations (if applicable) _____________________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name & Number________________________________________________________________________________________
Registration Type
 One Day: $110 (thru Jan. 6) Please select day attending:
 Thurs 2.19  Sat 2.21
$130 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Fri 2.20
 Full Conference: $160 (thru Jan. 6)
$180 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Sun 2.22
Spouse/Guest Name* (if attending)_______________________________________________________________________
*Non-Veterinary Professional ONLY
 One Day: $75
 Full Conference: $100
Please denote the sessions, hands-on labs and/or additional programs you wish to attend. (Refer to pp. 10–23 for session numbers.)
Thurs 2.19____________________________________________________________ Fri 2.20_____________________________________________________________
Sat 2.21______________________________________________________________ Sun 2.22____________________________________________________________
 Lab A ($95)  Lab B ($95)  Lab E ($495)  Latex Allergy (if signing up for labs)  Fri. Zumba (N/C)  Sat. Zumba (N/C)
Attendee #6: Name (as it should appear on badge)_____________________________________________________________________________
Individual Type  Technician  Practice Manager  Hospital Staff  Shelter Staff  Other______________________________________
Preferred Address*  Home  Work________________________________________________________________________________________
*This is where we will send your confirmation packet. If left blank, packet will be sent to company address above.
City_________________________________________________________________________________ State_________________ZIP______________
Email*______________________________________________________________________________
*Required for email confirmation. Each registrant will
receive an individual confirmation.
 Check here if you DO NOT wish to include your email address in your electronic badge for use in the Exhibit Hall. You will still receive emails from the MVC.
Special Accommodations (if applicable) _____________________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name & Number________________________________________________________________________________________
Registration Type
 One Day: $110 (thru Jan. 6) Please select day attending:
 Thurs 2.19  Sat 2.21
$130 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Fri 2.20
 Full Conference: $160 (thru Jan. 6)
$180 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 Sun 2.22
Spouse/Guest Name* (if attending)_______________________________________________________________________
*Non-Veterinary Professional ONLY
 One Day: $75
 Full Conference: $100
Please denote the sessions, hands-on labs and/or additional programs you wish to attend. (Refer to pp. 10–23 for session numbers.)
Thurs 2.19____________________________________________________________ Fri 2.20_____________________________________________________________
Sat 2.21______________________________________________________________ Sun 2.22____________________________________________________________
 Lab A ($95)  Lab B ($95)  Lab E ($495)  Latex Allergy (if signing up for labs)  Fri. Zumba (N/C)  Sat. Zumba (N/C)
Page 3 total: $________________
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Company Name (Please fill out if faxing) _____________________________________________________________________________________
hospital staff
Passes
A Hospital Staff Pass may be used by the staff of a veterinary facility (excluding veterinarians and technicians). The Pass
is transferrable among individuals throughout the Conference, but only one person may use the Pass at a time. For each
Pass purchased, four tickets (color coded by day) are included. Each day, the staff member(s) attending turn in that day’s
ticket(s) to obtain a badge, good for entry in all concurrent sessions and the Exhibit Hall (except on Sunday). For more
information on how Hospital Staff Passes work, please see page 64 or visit www.mvcinfo.org/FAQs.
Number of Hospital Staff Passes (Tickets) Purchasing
 1 Pass (4 tickets): $290 (thru Jan. 6)
$310 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 2 Passes (8 tickets): $580 (thru Jan. 6)
 4 Passes (16 tickets): $1160 (thru Jan. 6)
$1240 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
$620 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 3 Passes (12 tickets): $870 (thru Jan. 6)
$900 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
 5 Passes (20 tickets): $1440 (thru Jan. 6)
$1550 (Jan. 7–Feb. 5)
Please denote the number of tickets needed per day to total the number of tickets indicated (in parentheses) in your selection above. If
you leave this section blank, you will receive one ticket per day per Pass.
Thurs 2.19___________ + Fri 2.20_____________ + Sat 2.21_____________ + Sun 2.22____________ = _______________
Please list the names of the staff members who will be attending under the Hospital Staff Pass(es). You may edit this list later if needed.
___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________
payment
 Visa
Information
 Mastercard
 Discover
 Check #_____________made payable to OVMA
Card Number________________________________________________________________________________ Expiration Date_______________
Card Holder Name___________________________________________________________________________ CVV_________________________
Total From Page 1: $__________ Total From Page 2: $___________ Total From Page 3: $_____________ GRAND TOTAL: $_______________
Cardholder Signature______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Cancellation Policy. If personal or professional circumstances prevent you from attending the Conference, the OVMA will refund your Conference registration fees, less
a $50 administrative fee. A written refund request must be received by 6 p.m. EST on
March 14, 2015. No refunds can be granted after this date. No refunds can be granted
for hands-on labs, workshops or meal functions. Written refund requests may be
delivered to the OVMA via mail, fax or e-mail.
Privacy Disclosure. The OVMA will not release your contact information to non-exhibiting companies. Please be aware that the contact information you provide will be
encoded into your attendee badge and may be obtained by Exhibitors.
Consent to be Photographed. By registering for the Conference, you grant permission
for your photograph to be taken and used in future marketing materials.
Hands-On Lab Policy. By registering for a Hands-On Lab, Registrant acknowledges
and agrees that some labs involve working with live animals, cadavers, specimens,
equipment and other unique learning materials which may expose the Registrant
to a risk of injury or disease in the same manner as a veterinary professional would
be exposed to these risks in carrying out the same or similar procedures in a clinical
setting. The Registrant, by registering for these Hands-On Labs and completing this
Registration Form, agrees to assume this risk and hereby waives and releases the
OVMA and any faculty or other participants from any and all damage or injury arising
out of or related to Registrant’s participation in the Hands-On Labs.
Send all pages of completed registration form by one of the following methods:
Mail: OVMA, 1472 Manning Pkwy., Powell OH 43065 • Fax: 614.436.1301 • Or, register online at www.mvcinfo.org
Deadline to pre-register for the Midwest Veterinary Conference is Feb. 5, 2015. After this date, please register on site.
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ATTENDEE FAQs
2015 HOTEL ROOM BLOCKS
Address
Rates1
Reservations2
Group Code
Block Close3
Hyatt Regency
(headquarters hotel)
350 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43215
Single: $158 • Double: $168
Triple: $178 • Quad: $188
888.421.1442
Ohio Veterinary
Medical
Association
Jan. 28, 2015
Crowne Plaza Hotel
(connected to Greater Columbus
Convention Center)
33 E. Nationwide Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43215
Single: $160 • Double: $170
Triple: $180 • Quad: $190
800.338.4462
OVMA Midwest
Veterinary
Conference
Jan. 25, 2015
Drury Inn & Suites
(connected to GCCC)
88 E. Nationwide Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43215
Single/Double: $134 (std), $154 (suite)
Triple/Quad: $144 (std), $164 (suite)
800.325.0720
2192980
Jan. 29, 2015
Hampton Inn & Suites
(across from GCCC)
501 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43215
Double: $132
King: $132
800.426.7866
OVM
Jan. 18, 2015
Red Roof Inn – Convention Center
(one block from Hyatt)
111 E. Nationwide Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43215
Double: $113
King: $113
800.733.7663
OVMA2015
Jan. 28, 2015
Hilton Columbus Downtown
(connected to GCCC)
401 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43215
Single: $157 • Double: $167
Triple: $177 • Quad: $187
800.445.8667
OVMA15
Jan. 16, 2015
Holiday Inn Express & Suites OSU
(6 miles/10 minutes to GCCC)
3045 Olentangy River Rd. Two Queens or One King: $134.99
Columbus, OH 43202
614.447.1212
OVMA
Jan. 18, 2015
1. Rates do not include current tax of 17.5% | 2. Book online at www.mvcinfo.org/travel | 3. Or until sold out
• GENERAL INFORMATION •
Where does the MVC take place?
The MVC is held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, Hall C (400 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio 43215) and the Hyatt Regency Hotel
(350 N. High St.).
Who can register for a spouse/guest badge?
A spouse, companion, relative, friend or child
age 16 or older who is not an animal care professional may attend as a guest of a registered
attendee. Please note that CE credit confirmation
cannot be issued for this type of registration.
Who is eligible to attend the MVC?
The OVMA welcomes individuals working in all
areas of animal care, including veterinarians;
technicians; hospital staff; shelter personnel;
post-graduate residents and interns; and pre-vet,
veterinary, and technician students.
I am a veterinarian in Ohio, but I am not an
OVMA member. Can I attend?
Non-member veterinarians in Ohio are most
welcome to attend, but please note that your
registration fee will be higher than that of
OVMA members. If you would like to receive the
member price, we invite you to join the OVMA
by filling out the “Member Dues” section on the
registration form. Learn
more about joining
online at www.ohiovma.
org/membership.
Merial, the maker of
is a Proud Supporter
of the Midwest Vet
Conference!
NexGard and FRONTLINE VET LABS are trademarks
of Merial. ©2014 Merial Limited, Duluth, GA. All rights
reserved. NEX14SPONSORSHIPAD (05/14).
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Are there hotels available for out-of-towners?
See the chart above or
visit www.mvcinfo.org/
travel for hotel room
blocks, rates and other
travel information.
What should I wear?
Attire for the MVC is
business casual. You
may wish to dress in
layers, as Convention
Center and hotel meeting rooms can be cool.
What should I bring?
Be sure to bring your
session notes (if you
prefer to have a hard
copy); confirmation
materials (there is a $10
replacement fee for lost
badges); and a notebook, laptop or tablet
for extra note-taking.
Can I bring my pets?
Convention Center regulations and health
codes prohibit pets. In keeping with the law,
only assistance dogs are permitted.
• EXHIBIT HALL •
Can I purchase a pass just for the Exhibit Hall?
Yes. Exhibit Hall-only passes are available for
purchase on site; the cost is $20 per person
for a one-day pass or $40 for a three-day pass.
Children under 18 are admitted at no charge,
but they must obtain a badge upon arrival and
be accompanied by a guardian at all times.
What personal information do Exhibitors receive?
All attendee badges will be encoded with their
name, address, phone and fax numbers, organization, and e-mail address. Exhibitors obtain
this information when they scan your badge in
the Exhibit Hall. Should you prefer not to share
your e-mail with vendors, please check the
appropriate box on the registration form, and it
will be excluded.
• VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES •
Are there any volunteer opportunities offered
to Conference attendees?
Yes. The MVC staff needs volunteers to serve as
Session Presiders for each session offered at the
Conference. Any registered attendee may volunteer as a Presider. In addition, OVMA members
are invited to volunteer as short-term “mentors”
at the Connection Corner event on Friday.
What does a Session Presider do?
Session Presiders introduce the speakers of
their selected sessions using an introduction
prepared by the MVC staff and, in the event of a
problem, assist in locating appropriate staff to
resolve A/V equipment or room issues.
Where can I learn more and sign up to volunteer?
Visit www.mvcinfo.org/volunteer beginning on
Dec. 1 to select the sessions you would like to
preside over or to sign up for Connection Corner.
More questions? Find additional FAQs online at www.mvcinfo.org/FAQs or contact
OVMA at [email protected].
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