Name: 2026 Annual Meeting & Conference
Start: 2026-09-23T08:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-09-26T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Providence OMNI

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Join Us for an Unforgettable Event

Welcome to the AAVSB Annual Meeting & Conference – where innovation sparks inspiration. Get ready to immerse yourself in forward‑thinking ideas, meaningful discussions, and collaborative opportunities that strengthen and support the vital work of veterinary regulatory boards.

Make Your Voice Heard!

This is your annual opportunity for your jurisdiction to vote on the AAVSB’s Bylaws & Resolutions, in addition to selecting the Board of Directors for 2027. Begin discussing with your Board or Council soon to select a Voting Delegate and, additionally, choose an Alternate Delegate to attend at no cost.

Event Dates:

September 23:

Committee Meetings

September 24:

Optional Pre-Conference Sessions:

Affiliate Members’ Summit
Member Board Training

September 25-26:

Annual Meeting & Conference:

Delegate Assembly
Education Sessions

About the Event:

The AAVSB Annual Meeting & Conference brings together Member Boards in order to connect, collaborate, educate, and conduct business to strengthen the veterinary regulatory community.

Friday Night Fun!

Make sure your plans include joining in our fun-filled Friday night at the Roger Williams Park Zoo! It will be a great chance to get out of the hotel and explore while engaging with your peers! Attendance included with registration.

Event Location:

OMNI Providence
1 West Exchange St,
Providence, Rhode Island, 02903
401.598.8000

Contact Us

Have questions or need more information? Feel free to email the Member Services team.

Registration is currently open!

Early Bird pricing ends on July 15. Registration for In-Person attendance will close on August 21.

Available Funding Policies –
Fully funded opportunities

Delegate Funding

Recognizing the critical role you play in the regulatory landscape, the AAVSB will fund two (2) participants who meet the qualifications of Delegate or Alternate Delegate from each Member Board to attend the AAVSB Annual Meeting & Conference and participate in the Delegate Assembly. This funding will cover the registration fee and all reasonable travel expenses, including flights, accommodations, and meals, to ensure your jurisdiction is represented.

Delegate Funding Program

Legal Counsel Funding

The AAVSB Board of Directors is committed to helping Member Boards better understand the Association and its services. The Member Board Legal Counsel Funding Program supports this goal by providing travel assistance for a Member Board’s legal counsel to attend the AAVSB Annual Meeting & Conference. This program is available to the first twenty (20) Member Boards that register their legal counsel.

Legal Counsel Funding Program

Committee Members, AAVSB Board of Directors, AAVSB Staff

The AAVSB is committed to providing reasonable travel expenses incurred while conducting Association business. This includes attending Association meetings and representing the Association at other functions. This travel policy shall apply to the AAVSB Board of Directors, members of Association committees, task forces, and Association staff.

Committee and Staff Travel Policy

The OMNI Providence

1 West Exchange Street

Providence, Rhode Island 02903

401.598.8000

Attendees do not need to contact the hotel.
The AAVSB will manage all hotel reservations, based on your flight itinerary.
Rooms are reserved at the same property where the event will be held: the OMNI Providence.
A confirmation number will be provided as soon as they are available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Registration

How do I register?

Registration opens May 1st. Navigate to the Registration tab above, then click Register Now. Once you have completed all the required information, click the green Complete Registration button to finalize and submit your registration.

What is the last day I can register?

Registration for in-person attendance closes on August 21, 2026.
Registration for virtual attendance closes September 14, 2026.

Can I make changes to my registration after submitting?

For any changes you need to make after you’ve submitted the form please click the “Already Registered?….” area and then, after logging in, you will be able to make edits.
After Registration closes, if you need to make any changes please email Member Services.

What is the Cancellation Policy?

If you are no longer able to join us, please email Member Services to cancel your registration.

What if I have dietary restrictions or allergies?

Please list any special dietary needs or allergies on the registration form.

Will there be an option to register for Virtual attendance?

Yes. The pre-conference Summit workshop on Thursday and the Friday & Saturday Business Sessions will have virtual options.

Education sessions will not be broadcast live. However, the Business Sessions will have a Virtual option to allow Voting Delegates, Alternate Delegates, and other Member Board Members to participate.
Please email AAVSB Member Services with any questions.

Will there be an On-Site Registration Desk?

Yes, there will be a conference Registration desk where you will pick up your name badge and materials. Early registration begins at 7am EDT on Wednesday, September 23rd at the On-Site Registration Desk.
Location of the Registration desk will be updated before the event.

Hotel Information

How do I get to the hotel from the airport?

Uber, Lyft, Taxi, etc.
The Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is a 15 minute drive from the conference hotel, the OMNI Providence. Ground transportation options include taxi or ride share (i.e., Uber and Lyft). The hotel does not offer transportation to/from the airport.

What time is check-in and check-out?

Hotel check-in begins at 4 p.m. and check-out is at 11 a.m.

Why is the hotel asking for my credit card?

All attendees will be asked for a credit card for incidentals during your stay. For Funded attendees, room and taxes are on the AAVSB account.

Where do I park at the hotel?

Hotel valet parking will be available: $25 for the evening, $45 for overnight.

Miscellaneous Information

Can I leave the Conference early?

For Funded Attendees (delegates, committee members, funded legal counsel), attendance at the entire meeting is required, as noted in the Travel Policies. Exceptions are considered on a case-by-case basis and must be confirmed with the Member Services Team, in order to maintain a Funded status.

What is the dress code for the conference?

Business casual attire is recommended during the conference and casual attire for all social events. A jacket or sweater is recommended for your comfort during the sessions.

What amount of Continuing Education (CE) credits will I receive for attending?

CE credit will be offered for attendance of:

the Thursday Member Board Training workshop (5 hours)
the Education Sessions on Friday and Saturday afternoons (8 hours total)

Note: You must stay for the whole session in order to receive full credit.

Will Professional Headshot Portraits be offered this year?

Yes, our photographer will be set up on Friday and Saturday during breakfast, lunch, and breaks to take professional headshots. These photos will be emailed out after the event.

What expenses are reimbursable?

Please see the applicable funding policies:

Can my guest or spouse attend the Conference with me?

You are welcome to bring along a guest or spouse to Providence. However, only registered guests may attend the Conference. Your guests are welcome to attend the Friday Night Event though (add on to your registration form, charges apply).

Can my guest or spouse also eat breakfast and lunch with me at the Conference?

No, meals provided at the Conference are for registrants only.

Can my guest or spouse join for Dinner with Future Friends?

Guests of attendees are welcome to join the evening networking event, Dinner with Future Friends; however, they will be responsible for their own dinner bill.

How do I access the event Wi-Fi?

You can sign into the Hotel Wi-fi with your room number as soon as you are checked into the hotel. A separate Wi-Fi access will be provided for use during the AAVSB meetings.

If I have additional questions, whom should I contact?

Please email Member Services with any additional questions.

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