American Veterinary Distributors Association (AVDA) Events

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AVDA 2012 ANNUAL MEETING

April 29th – May 1st
Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort
Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico
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Click here to see t>he Final Hints Memo
Click here to view Ron DeHaven’s presentation

Each year animal health distributors and manufacturers and guests gather for AVDA's Annual Conference, a three-day program of information and educational sessions featuring industry and outside speakers on a variety of timely business and industry issues and topics. The conference schedule allows ample opportunities for networking with industry peers. The 2012 Annual Conference will be held at Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort in Santa Ana Pueblo, NM (between Albuquerque and Santa Fe), April 29-May 1, 2012.

NAVC Reception

Gaylord Palms Hotel, Orlando, FL
January 16, 2012, 4-6 pm

AVDA will once again co-sponsor the Brakke Consulting, Inc. Networking Reception with the KC Animal Health Corridor on Monday, January 16 immediately following the Brakke Consulting US Animal Health Industry Overview at the 2012 North American Veterinary Conference in Orlando, FL. The reception will be held from 4 to 6 pm at Auggie's Jammin' Piano Bar in the Gaylord Palms Resort. More details available will be available soon on the AVDA website.

AVDA Co-Sponsored AEA Program

Essentials of Profitable Warehouse Operations©

Presented by Jason Bader

January 24	Los Angeles, CA
January 25	San Diego, CA
February 7	San Francisco, CA
February 9	Phoenix, Arizona

Florida Sessions:

Essentials of Profitable Warehouse Operations©

Presented by Jason Bader

February 7	Tampa, FL
February 21	Miami, FL
February 23	Orlando, FL
February 24	Tampa, FL

This course provides warehouse and supervisor-track employees with knowledge of all major functions of a modern wholesale-distributor’s warehouse. Topics covered include:

Overview of Wholesale Distribution Operations
Working with Inventory in a Profitable Operation
Working Together as a Team
Managing Risk in the Warehouse Operations
How a Warehouse Works
How Orders are Picked and Packed
Loading and Shipping Operations
How to Put that Knowledge to Work

University of Industrial Distribution (UID)

March 5 - 8, 2012
Indianapolis, IN

AVDA is a proud co-sponsor of the University of Industrial Distribution (UID) that will celebrate its 20th year anniversary of education in the distribution industry in 2012. UID is a concentrated educational program focused on the unique needs of wholesale distributors. AVDA is one of over forty wholesaler-distributor associations that sponsor this event. Known worldwide for excellence in education, UID is sponsored by the leading distribution professional associations, in cooperation with the Industrial Distribution Program and Indiana University/Purdue University. AVDA members can register for the UID at a significantly discounted cost and save $470 per attendee. The 2012 course will be held March 5 - 8 at Indiana University/Purdue University in Indianapolis, Indiana. Registration materials will be available in early fall of 2011.

UID is perfect for companies who are looking for an opportunity to improve personal performance and their bottom line. Hundreds of CEO's, branch managers, sales & marketing managers, purchasing managers, operations managers, inventory managers and manufacturer personnel working with distributors have increased their knowledge and effectiveness through UID. This unique "track" format of UID offers something for everyone.

AVDA 2012 Annual Conference

AVDA 2012 Annual Conference
April 29 — May 1
Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa
1300 Tuyuna Trail
Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico, USA 87004
Tel: 505-867-1234
website: http://tamaya.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp?null

Set on more than 500 acres of Native American land along the Rio Grande, Hyatt Tamaya Regency Resort and Spa is a truly unique resort. The design and ambience of the resort is a reflection of the Native American people who first settled this land and own the property today. In this peaceful, restful setting, you can soak up the luxury of a premier spa, enjoy golf on a scenic championship course, lounge by one of three pools, or explore the trails that take you through the Bosque and along the Rio Grande River. There are numerous comfortable gathering places making networking easy and an integral component of the conference. Experience the history, architecture, culture and cuisine of the Tamayame and go home refreshed and energized. AVDA had negotiated a nightly room rate of $219 + tax and $16 resort fee that includes access to the resort fitness and recreation facilities, daily newspaper and other resort amenities. Call the toll free number 888-421-1442 to make your reservations before Tuesday, April 3, 2012. The discounted AVDA rate will be available three days pre and three days post meeting based on availability.