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Since 2018

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Our History

The journey to our corporation’s formation started with sea bass, mules, laughter on an escalator in Terminal 3 at the Dallas Airport, and a simple desire to stay in touch with our newly found friends from our Animal Chiropractic program. With limited options for continuing education to maintain our Animal Chiropractic certification, we decided we were going to fill that void by creating an event with prestigious speakers, unique experiences, and a destination with amazing views. First things first, we had to finish our program and pass the certification test later that year. Luckily, everyone on our board passed the first time around and we didn’t have to replace anyone. Phew.

Our first board meeting, which included 4 Chiropractors and 2 Veterinarians, was held in Las Vegas, Nevada in early January 2018. With much excitement, anxiety, and anticipation for what we were about to create, we sat down at the dinner table, and let our dream take shape. The next few hours were spent developing ideas, setting goals, and building our vision to ensure the success and growth of our fledgling corporation. What a fun, but exhausting, and overwhelming process. Shortly after our first board meeting, we added 3 more board members and defined our roles and responsibilities in the organization. Over the next few months, we hashed out the logistical details: found the right cruise to meet our needs, applied for all of the business registrations, secured our speakers, applied for CE approvals, and generated enough buzz about our first event to make it a reality.

And then we did it again. And again. And again. 

6 annual events and one pandemic later, we are excited to be expanding beyond just offering continuing education. We’ll still be hosting our annual events, so don’t panic. But, our renewed mission is to be more than a source of education, even though we have the best CE approved events and the largest online CE database for certified Animal Chiropractors. We aim to be a comprehensive partner for every stage of an Animal Chiropractor’s professional journey by providing access to resources, mentorship, and a network of fellow practitioners, to ensure ongoing growth and support.

We can’t wait for you to join us and be part of our bigger vision.

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Supporting Chiropractors, Veterinarians, Patients, Certified Providers, and certifying bodies to amplify our collective voice to strengthen the Animal Chiropractic profession.

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Team

Our Board Members

Dr. Karen Hannah, DC, CAVCA

PRESIDENT

Palmer College of Chiropractic, 2009
Parker University Animal Chiropractic Program, 2017
Currently practices in Morton, IL

Dr. Josh Knutson, DC, CAVCA

VICE PRESIDENT

Western States Chiropractic College, 2001
Parker University Animal Chiropractic Program, 2017
Currently practices in Hillsboro, OR

Dr. Lillie DeSimone, DVM, CAVCA

SECRETARY

Auburn University, 2012
Parker University Animal Chiropractic Program, 2017
Currently practices in Rockledge, FL

Dr. Brian Renner, DC, CAVCA

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

Palmer College of Chiropractic, 2004
Parker University Animal Chiropractic Program, 2017
Currently practices in San Francisco, CA

Brandon Schroth

DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY

Terra State Community College,  Associates of Applied Sciences, 2004
Bowling Green State University, Management Information Systems, BA  2008

Bharon Hoag

CONSULTANT

One Chiropractic

Dr. Brett Wessel, DC, CAVCA

AVCA LIASON

Palmer College of Chiropractic, 2001
Parker Chiropractic College and certified by AVCA, 2005
Currently serving as President of the AVCA Board of Directors

Dr. Jennifer Henrickson MM, DC

IVCA LIASON

University of Iowa 1997 BA
University of Mary 2000 MM
Palmer College of Chiropractic 2006
Options For Animals 2020
Practice in Washington DC/Baltimore Metro  
USA Representative IVCA

Dr. Rachel Wendt, DC

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Hope College, 2008
National University of Health Sciences, 2012
Currently lives in Lexington, KY