Upcoming Events

2026 Partnership Training Program - Fall

Dates: September 2026 – February 2027
Location: Virtual & In-Person TBD


The Partnership Training Program (PTP) is designed to equip new, future and established partners with the tools of partnership, including what partnership at VPP means, a foundational understanding of core business concepts, and how to be a more effective partner and owner within their hospital. This six-month, hybrid program (virtual and in-person sessions) introduces participants to key VPP Home Team leadership and offers a networking opportunity with peers across the VPP community.

Registration Open

2026 VPP Leadership Academy – Spring

Part 1: April 9-12, 2026
Part 2: June 11-13, 2026
Location: Chicago, IL


The VPP Leadership Academy Certificate program is designed to build the capacity of both our clinical leaders as well as those at VPP corporate level to be better team leaders, understanding and leveraging the macro-trends in the veterinary industry to bring about business, personal and professional success.

Registration Open

2026 VPP Clinical Skills Academy – Spring

Dates: June 14-17, 2026
Location: Las Vegas, NV


VPP Academy is designed to develop the skills and confidence of newer (and not-so-new) veterinary practitioners. The session focuses on dental and surgical skills through hands-on wet labs, taught by excellent faculty members and delivered in the outstanding teaching facility at the Viticus Center in Las Vegas.

Registration Open

2026 VPP PM Summit

Dates: October 14-16, 2026
Location: Charlotte, NC


PM Summit is an event for designed for Practice Managers within the VPP community, offering a high-energy, hands-on experience. The program focuses on strengthening the fundamental habits, strategies, and decision-making skills that drive lasting, sustainable practice success. By reinforcing core managerial and operational essentials – the “basics”- this experience empowers managers to lead with confidence and create long-term impact in their clinics.

Registration Opens May 2026

2026 VPP Homecoming

Dates:October 15 – 17, 2026
Location: Charlotte, NC


Homecoming is our signature annual gathering, designed to unite members of the VPP community and foster meaningful connections with growth-minded people. This event blends professional development with celebration, offering opportunities to learn, connect, and share experiences. It’s a chance to strengthen relationships, highlight achievements, and celebrate the culture that makes VPP unique.

Registration Opens May 2026

2026 Partner Retreat

Dates: October 17 – 18, 2026
Location: Charlotte, NC


The Partner Retreat is a dedicated and intentional time for partners to gather in meaningful conversation with one another and with organizational leadership. This retreat creates space for open dialogue, shared reflection, and collaborative thinking around the direction, priorities, and long-term vision of our work. Designed to foster trust and transparency, the retreat offers an opportunity for partners to exchange insights, surface opportunities and challenges, and engage directly with leadership in thoughtful discussion. The retreat also facilitates additional skill building, informal connection, and relationship-building.

Registration Opens May 2026

2026 VPP Clinical Skills Academy – Fall

Dates: October 18-21, 2026
Location: Nashville, TN


VPP Academy is designed to develop the skills and confidence of newer (and not-so-new) veterinary practitioners. The session focuses on dental and surgical skills through hands-on wet labs, taught by excellent faculty members and delivered in the outstanding teaching facility at the Viticus Center in Nashville.

Fall Registration Opens June 2026