Practice Ownership Outlook: What to Know and How to Prepare

Practice ownership remains a viable and rewarding path for veterinarians—but today’s market requires clarity and preparation. This session explores the current ownership landscape, including how private and corporate models compare and where opportunities exist. We’ll outline practical steps veterinarians can take to prepare for ownership, discuss building a strong support team, and walk through common ownership pathways such as startups, acquisitions, buy-in/buy-out models, leasehold space and real estate purchase options. We’ll also dispel common myths about the ownership market, helping attendees better understand their options and what it truly takes to own a successful practice.

• This session will help attendees identify practical steps to prepare for practice ownership and learn about different paths to becoming an owner for the first time.
• Attendees will also be given an update on the current state of veterinary practice ownership and what our team of experts is currently seeing in the market.
• The session will explore roadblocks to ownership (both real and perceived) and how aspiring practice owners can overcome them.

Sponsored by: Bank of America