Conference Program 2026

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Leadership: Lessons every new leader needs to hear

12 Jun 2026
Business, Careers & Debates Theatre

Uncomfortable truths about leadership at the start

- be prepared to feel disliked
- hire slow and fire fast
- culture is king
- Think about who you become on a bad day

  • - How will you invite real feedback
  • - How will you develop as a leader
  • - How will you find time
  • - How to manage internal promotions
Chairperson
Rob Williams, President - British Veterinary Association
Speakers
Francesca Verney, MA VetMB MRCVS, Veterinary Director - Pet People
Fiona Leathers, Director of Operations - Westport Veterinary Clinic
Lyndsay Hughes, RVN, Senior Vice President - BVNA
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