Countdown to GVScon
May 2-3, 2026
Westchester Marriott
Tarrytown, NY
| Up to 22 Credit Hours Possible! | Vet, Tech, Management, & Customer Service Tracks | Hands-On Wet Labs |
| Recover Certification | Superstar Speakers | Top Exhibitors and Entertainment |
Meet Your Keynote Speaker
Adam Christman, DVM, MBA

Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, is the chief veterinary officer for dvm360®—an MJH Life Sciences Company™—who oversees content strategy and development and is the brand voice and personality for dvm360®’s multimedia channels. As a charismatic leader, he brings wit, humor, and authenticity to animal health care to veterinary education at conferences around the world. Christman has also been in small animal private practice and shelter medicine for 18 years prior to transitioning his role into continuing education and media. With over 2 million followers on social media, Dr. Christman enjoys creating content to help elevate and educate pet owners, students and the profession. He received his DVM degree from Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and his MBA from Aspen University. Christman is a international thought leader, speaker and author on practice management, social media, and rehabilitation, and co-authored, Honey, Have You Squeezed the Dachshund? A Pet Owner’s Guide for Owners Who Are Terrified of IVDD—a book on dogs with disabilities. He was recently awarded the 2023 VMX Speaker of the Year on Practice Management, the 2023 Bright Minds Veterinary Influencer of the Year and the 2023 Iowa State University’s Switzer Alumni Award. This past year he is the proud recipient of the 2025 AVMA Steve Dale Media Award. He has been featured on TV such as Good Morning America, Fox Weather, the Today Show, radio (Z100) and internet shows throughout the country sharing his expertise and passion on all things veterinary medicine. Christman is an advocate the LGBTQ+ community. In his spare time, he enjoys Disney, Dumbbells and Dachshunds. He is also the proud dog dad to 4 dachshunds and believes no one should be deprived of the beautiful human-animal bond.
Meet Your Tech Track Speaker
Amy Newfield, MS, CVT, VTS (ECC)

Amy is a professional unicorn and owner of Veterinary Team Training which offers online medical leadership education for veterinary professionals. After starting in a rural general practice with one doctor, Amy has worked for almost every business sector including private, corporate, non-profit and federal government. She has held several board positions in the Academy of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Technicians & Nurses including president. After obtaining a masters in leadership and management she published the award-winning and best-selling books “Oops, I Became a Manager” and “Oops, My Team is Toxic.” She still pulls floor shifts in an ER hospital. She lives in Massachusetts with her wonderful furry kids where you can find her eating chocolate, running in the woods, and diving in the ocean.
Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!
Thank you to our 2026 exhibitors!
Register Now!

Joey R.
Territory Manager, Final Gift
“Congrats on the first GVSCon 😊 Hope you’ve been able to get some much deserved rest today, heard only good things from people in attendance.Even though Final Gift couldn’t attend this year, please keep us in mind for future opportunities!”

Jim A.
Nestle Purina Pet Care Veterinary Consultant
“I just wanted to take the time to send a quick email and commend you all on such a great show yesterday. I can imagine these events take a great amount of work to pull off and it is clear you and your team did a great job. For it to be your first and everything to run so smoothly was really impressive. Great job and looking forward to next year! ”

Jackie G.
Clinic Enrollment Manager, Chewy Health
“Thanks for thinking of Chewy, and congrats on your first conference! Very exciting to see what you’re doing within the vet community”
GVSCon 2026 Conference Group Rate
Westchester Marriott for $195.00 per night
Start Date: Friday, May 01, 2026
End Date: Sunday, May 03, 2026
Last Day to Book : Friday, April 10, 2026
Check In Time is 4pm and Check out time is 12pm
Guest may also book their rooms by calling the toll free number
800-882-1042
(Mention Group Name: GVScon 2026)
Exhibit Hall, Hollywood Style
Take your place amongst the stars!
We’ve more than tripled the time attendees get between sessions to ensure that everyone has time to walk through the star-studded hall! Over 40 top-tier exhibitors are expected to be nominated for best booth! The exhibit hall will be strategically placed within the general session and meal area. All booths will be easily accessible & visible with plenty of traffic!
One of the founding principles of Guardian Veterinary Specialists is the education and enrichment of the veterinary community. To further this commitment, we proudly present our third annual GVScon: a comprehensive, local, star-studded veterinary conference where the best of the best in the industry gather for an unforgettable weekend!























