Missed the live session? Catch the replay and discover how to move beyond survival mode and step into confident, intentional leadership as a veterinary practice owner. Running a practice often feels like a never-ending sprint—juggling patient care, team dynamics, finances, and personal responsibilities. In this expert-led discussion, seasoned veterinary leaders share practical strategies to help you break the cycle of constant crisis and lead with clarity, resilience, and purpose.
This isn’t another “just work harder” conversation—it’s a practical, insight-driven session packed with proven tactics you can start applying right away. Whether you’re constantly putting out fires or struggling to focus on the big picture, you’ll gain the tools you need to lead with confidence, balance, and vision.
Your roadmap to leading with clarity and creating a sustainable, future-ready practice:
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This session is your reminder: leadership isn’t about doing it all—it’s about building a practice that works for you.
Owner, Adobe Veterinary Center | Founder, Veterinary MBA
Veterinary Entrepreneur | Practice Owner & Mentor | Business Sustainability Advocate
Dr. Christine Staten is a seasoned veterinary entrepreneur with over two decades of experience as a mixed animal practitioner and clinic owner. Based in Tucson, Arizona, she is the solo owner of Adobe Veterinary Center, a thriving multi-doctor practice with two locations and a 50-member team serving both large and small animal clients.
Christine’s journey began with a passion for animals nurtured through 4-H and an early career as a Labor & Delivery technician. After earning her veterinary degree from Colorado State University in 1999, she joined her childhood vet and eventually helped grow the practice into a regional fixture in mixed animal care.
Driven by a deep commitment to mentorship and professional development, Dr. Staten hosts over 30 veterinary student externs annually and leads two educational events through her non-profit: Future Practitioner’s Weekend and the Horse Owner Education Seminar.
In 2023, she earned her MBA from Louisiana State University and launched Veterinary MBA, a consultancy dedicated to helping fellow veterinary professionals build sustainable businesses and reclaim work-life balance.
A dynamic leader, educator, and mentor, Christine brings clarity, energy, and lived experience to every room she enters—while balancing life as a wife, mother of five, grandmother of six, and a real estate dabbler with commercial, rental, and Airbnb ventures.
Sr. Manager of Education & Training, Patterson Veterinary
Veterinary Business Strategist | Leadership Educator | Culture & Team Development Expert
Shelley Johnson is a recognized leader in veterinary practice management with over 30 years of experience empowering veterinary teams through education, leadership, and culture transformation. As Sr. Manager of Education & Training at Patterson Veterinary, she has dedicated her career to developing veterinary professionals and fostering resilient, high-performing teams.
With a foundation in veterinary hospital administration and consulting, Shelley has spent decades delivering practical business strategies to practices across the country. She is a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM), former President of VetPartners, and an award-winning member of the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA), where she was honored with the President’s Award in 2015.
Shelley’s leadership at Patterson includes the design and delivery of innovative training programs through Patterson Veterinary University, where she continues to mentor thousands of veterinary professionals in management, communication, and team dynamics.
Currently pursuing a Doctorate in Executive Leadership, Shelley combines deep industry insight with a passion for inspiring the next generation of veterinary leaders. Her mission remains clear: to help others grow, lead with authenticity, and find joy and success in their veterinary careers.
Veterinary Advisor, Granite Peak Associates
Operations Strategist | Process Improvement Expert | Team Development Leader
Meghan S. Bingham is a proven veterinary operations consultant and certified practice management expert who has dedicated nearly three decades to transforming veterinary practices into high-performing, efficient, and profitable businesses. With a passion for empowering teams and optimizing operations, Meghan has guided veterinary organizations of all sizes—from single-doctor clinics to multi-location groups—toward sustainable success.
Currently serving as a Veterinary Advisor at Granite Peak Associates, Meghan collaborates with CPA teams and veterinary professionals to streamline processes, enhance revenue streams, and position practices for long-term growth. Her hands-on, personalized approach ensures that practices not only thrive operationally but also foster healthy, engaged teams.
Previously, Meghan served as Senior Operations Manager for Valley Veterinary Care, where she supported 24 hospitals with process-driven initiatives that elevated business performance at every level. Earlier in her career, as Practice Manager at West Alabama Animal Clinic, she helped grow the practice from a single doctor to a 12-doctor team—establishing it as the largest non-specialty veterinary clinic in the Houston area.
Meghan’s leadership is widely recognized across the veterinary industry. She is a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM), a former two-term Board Member of the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association, and President of a leading regional practice managers’ group. Named a Veterinary Hospital Managers Association Emerging Leader and a Veterinary Practice Manager of the Year finalist, she has also contributed her insights through national publications, industry blogs, and RACE-accredited continuing education for companies like Boehringer Ingelheim, Elanco, and Idexx.
Trusted by veterinary professionals nationwide, Meghan Bingham continues to be a go-to resource for practices seeking smarter operations, stronger teams, and lasting profitability. Her approach centers on transparency, education, and empowering veterinary leaders to achieve their goals with confidence.