SPVS would like to invite you to Congress 2027

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SPVS is a not-for-profit organisation for everyone within the veterinary industry, providing a wide range of advice, guidance and support for its members. Their 2027 Congress is taking place at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on Thursday 4 and Friday 5 February 2027. Join them for 2 days of non-clinical lectures, interactive workshops, fun-packed social programme, innovative exhibition and much more.

Why SPVS Congress is unmissable

The veterinary profession is changing fast, with the outcomes of the CMA investigation shaping how practices operate. Whether you’re thinking of starting up, stepping into leadership or growing a thriving practice, SPVSCongress 2027 will help you navigate what’s ahead with confidence. Combining expert insight, practical solutions and real-world strategies across leadership, communication, team culture, business resilience and change. Leave with fresh ideas, practical tools and strategies you can put into practice straight away – helping you and your team thrive in a changing profession.

Pricing

The full event ticket price includes all sessions plus a 2-course hot buffet lunch and refreshments throughout the day on Thursday and Friday, with pricing working out from £207.50 per day. Bring your team for even better bundle deals from just £365 per person for the full event. If you can’t make both days, single day tickets are also available. We appreciate that budgets are under pressure and time is in short supply across veterinary practice. When every pound counts and teams are stretched, taking time away from practice can feel like a luxury. But investing in your people, their development and their wellbeing has real value. With fantastic deals available, SPVSCongress offers an affordable opportunity to gain fresh ideas, share experiences, build connections and return to practice with renewed energy and practical insights that can make a genuine difference.

Location

SPVS Congress 2027 will be held at the centrally located Hilton Birmingham Metropole, within the NEC complex. The event will take place all under the one roof of the hotel, including all lectures, the exhibition hall, the social events, and enough bedrooms for all attendees to stay on site.

What to expect

The programme offers concurrent streams of high-quality non-clinical CPD. a combination of lectures, panel sessions and interactive workshops providing in-practice case studies, high levels of audience participation and practical steps to implement on your return to practice. The ‘mix and match’ programme, with fantastic speakers from within the veterinary profession and beyond, includes:

Thursday 4 February highlights

Opening speaker Dr Liz O’Riordan, former consultant breast surgeon who has faced cancer three times, on reconnecting with what matters most, protecting your energy and continuing to care for both your teams and your patients
Dedicated Grow Your Business stream, supported by PetsApp, for those thinking of starting up or expanding their business
High energy lunchtime session from Marianne Page on authentic leadership and high-performing teams
Client Care stream sharing how exceptional client care not only enhances satisfaction and loyalty but also drives tangible business outcomes
Dedicated sessions on effective CMA remedies implementation covering the available tools and resources, and real-life success stories
A full stream of leadership guidance, providing you with the skills and confidence to lead your team through times of change
Interactive and practical workshop sessions to actively engage you in the learning process on topics including effective debriefing, finding and connecting with the right clients and suicide prevention policy implementation

Friday 5 February highlights

Early Business Breakfast on Supporting Underconfident Colleagues, brought to you by Elanco
Interactive supplier demos to see innovative products in action, ask questions and learn about the benefits of their offerings
Business Club Live networking sessions covering topics from voice notes to electric vehicles in practice; effective recruitment to employee ownership; unlocking female leadership potential to selecting AI tools
Personalised CMA resources tools and advice drop-in sessions
Fascinating lunchtime session from Richard Artingstall on effectively implementing change
A whole stream dedicated to evolving your clinical work to improve your business outcomes including dentistry, ultrasounds and anaesthesia
An in-depth look at effectively embracing and implementing technology with sessions covering effective marketing, enhancing your online presence and successful technology implementation
A stream dedicated to improving team dynamics including supporting underperforming colleagues, mentoring and Veterinary Human Support
Vet Times Big 6 Live on the real-world solutions for today’s veterinary challenges

Click here for full the full programme.

Exhibition

Joining the event in the exhibition hall will be a wide variety of suppliers offering invaluable advice and support including:

H&S and employment law advice
Marketing and client communications
PMS providers
Financial services and insurance providers
IT services
Recruitment services
Training
Pharmaceutical products

Social programme, team bonding and networking

SPVS Congress is about much more than just great lectures. Our packed social programme offers plenty of opportunities to connect, unwind and have fun, from Wednesday evening’s networking event to Thursday afternoon’s Happy Hour, complete with a complimentary drinks token courtesy of Raman Pharma, and the Thursday night President’s Party. Enjoy a sparkling reception, a three-course meal and live music from one of the UK’s best party bands, RPJ. Whether you’re catching up with old friends, making new connections or putting the world to rights, you’ll be in great company with veterinary professionals from a wide range of practice types and roles. Congress is also a chance to step away from the everyday pressures of practice and spend valuable time with your team. Sharing experiences, strengthening relationships and enjoying each other’s company in a relaxed setting can make a real difference. Return to practice with fresh perspectives, stronger connections and renewed energy to thrive.

Accessibility and Support

SPVS are committed to making Congress 2027 a supportive space and as accessible as possible to all attendees. Click here to see the ways in which they have improved the event with your needs in mind.

Registration

Click here for full details and to register.

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SPVS would like to invite you and your practice team to Congress 2027