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Do you have team members who struggle with initiative or exhibit inconsistent performance? Are you eager to cultivate a team of proactive problem-solvers? Join this session to uncover the root causes of suboptimal motivation and learn how to apply effective solutions that elevate team performance. Attendees will learn effective communication techniques to foster greater employee engagement and empowerment, helping your organization retain motivated and dedicated team members. Walk away with actionable strategies, including specific communication skills that will unlock your team's problem-solving potential and lead to a more dynamic, productive work environment. 

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
6:30pm: Registration and Cocktails
7:00pm: Dinner and Presentation

Presenter: 

Full Name
Amanda Donnelly
Speaker Bio
Dr. Amanda Donnelly is a sought-speaker, consultant, and author with over 30 years’ experience in the veterinary profession. She is a second-generation veterinarian who combines her practice experience and business expertise to help veterinarians communicate better with their teams and clients. Dr. Donnelly is a graduate of the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Missouri. She has an MBA from Baker University in Overland Park, Kansas and holds a certificate in Veterinary Practice Administration from the AAHA Veterinary Management Institute (VMI) at Purdue University. Dr. Donnelly is the author of Leading and Managing Veterinary Teams: The Definitive Guide to Veterinary Practice Management, a contributing author for Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Practice Management Consult and Pet-Specific Care for Veterinary Teams. She also writes the Talk the Talk communication column for Today’s Veterinary Business journal. Well known as a dynamic speaker, Dr. Donnelly has twice been named Practice Management Speaker of the Year for the VMX Conference.

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