Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association

What Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association does

The Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA) is a nonprofit professional membership association headquartered in Fayetteville, Tennessee, serving licensed veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice staff, and students across the state. The organization delivers its value through three primary pillars: (1) legislative and regulatory advocacy before the Tennessee General Assembly and the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Animal Health, where it functions as the authoritative representative voice of the profession; (2) continuing education and professional development, most visibly through the annual Music City Veterinary Conference (MCVC), a registered trademark event held at Embassy Suites Murfreesboro that delivers 20 hours of CE across six tracks (Small Animal I/II/III, Large Animal, Practice Management, and Technician) to 1,000+ attendees from 34 states alongside 80+ exhibitors in a 7,000+ square foot hall; and (3) ongoing member services including the Tennessee Veterinarian Magazine, TVMA Tidbits newsletter, career center, relief veterinarian directory, Find a Veterinarian public directory, member referral program, and the affiliated TVMA Foundation which funds scholarships, disaster relief, and the Tennessee Veterinary Wellness Program.

TVMA's revenue model combines recurring membership dues, conference registration and exhibitor booth fees, tiered sponsorships (Bronze through Platinum at $1K–$10K+), and advertising in its magazine and newsletter. Registration is tiered by role and membership status — for example, MCVC 2026 veterinarian registration runs $200 for life-members, $515 for members, and $665 for non-members, with technicians and students priced separately and free for TVMA member vet students. Distribution is event-driven, anchored by MCVC, supplemented by a Wild Apricot-based self-serve member portal, local association coordination across Tennessee, and digital outreach through Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X. The organization is governed by a 12-person volunteer board of veterinary professionals including a designated AVMA delegate, and maintains strategic co-development partnerships with the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine, the Tennessee Veterinary Technicians Association, and the Tennessee Department of Agriculture.

The underlying technology stack is intentionally modest: a Wild Apricot-hosted membership management platform, a dedicated MCVC conference website for registration and exhibitor management, and standard CMS infrastructure. TVMA has no disclosed API, no proprietary software product, and no AI/ML capabilities — its competitive differentiation rests on community, regulatory standing, and event execution rather than technology.

Name

Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association

Legal name

Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association

Website

https://tvmanet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1909

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

TVMA is a nonprofit professional membership association for Tennessee veterinarians, providing legislative advocacy, the annual Music City Veterinary Conference with 20 hours of CE, continuing education, publications, and career and wellness resources to licensed veterinarians, technicians, students, and practice staff.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Association Services

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Association & Society Conference Management (Nonprofit, Professional Bodies) (THAHACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Continuing Education (CE/CPD) & Provider Accreditation Bodies (EDADACAF), Technical & Vocational Education & Training (TVET) (BPADAKAD)

Keywords

• Professional veterinary association
• Veterinary continuing education
• Veterinary legislative advocacy
• Veterinary membership services
• Veterinary conference events

Headquarters

HQ city

Fayetteville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees supporting member veterinarians, technicians, and practice staff with resources, advocacy, and professional development.
2. Conference Registration & Sponsorship: Revenue from the annual MCVC conference including registration fees ($200-$665 per attendee), exhibitor booth rentals ($1,350-$2,550), and sponsorship packages ($1K-$10K+ tiers). The conference hosts 80+ exhibitors annually.
3. Advertising: Advertising opportunities in the Tennessee Veterinarian Magazine and TVMA Tidbits newsletter, plus sponsorship of the MCVC conference.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

TVMA is a professional membership association for veterinarians in Tennessee that delivers continuing education via its annual Music City Veterinary Conference (MCVC), legislative and regulatory advocacy at the state level, professional publications (Tennessee Veterinarian Magazine, TVMA Tidbits newsletter), career resources, member referral services, and a foundation for scholarships and wellness initiatives. Revenue is generated primarily through membership dues, conference registration, exhibitor booth and sponsorship sales, and advertising.

Product overview

The Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA) is a professional membership organization, not a software product company. It provides a comprehensive suite of membership services centered around its annual Music City Veterinary Conference (MCVC), professional development resources (Tennessee Veterinarian Magazine, TVMA Tidbits newsletter, Career Center), advocacy and legislative representation, the TVMF foundation for scholarships and wellness initiatives, and member directory services (Find a Veterinarian, Relief Veterinarians, Local Associations). The organization operates primarily through a Wild Apricot-based member portal and does not offer a software product with API, integrations, or AI capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Music City Veterinary Conference (MCVC): Premier annual veterinary conference in Murfreesboro, TN drawing over 1,000 attendees from 34 states
• Tennessee Veterinarian Magazine
• TVMA Tidbits

Products and services

• TVMA Membership Professional membership program for veterinarians in Tennessee, providing resources, advocacy, networking, and member benefits including TVMA Tidbits newsletter, Tennessee Veterinarian Magazine, access to the member portal, and discounts on MCVC registration.
• Music City Veterinary Conference (MCVC) Premier annual veterinary conference held in Murfreesboro, TN, offering 20+ hours of continuing education across multiple tracks (Small Animal I, II, III, Large Animal, Practice Management, Technician), networking events, and an exhibit hall with over 80 exhibitors. Registration tiers: Veterinarian $200-$665, Technician $315-$365, Practice Staff $365, Student $0-$175.
• Tennessee Veterinarian Magazine Professional publication for TVMA members featuring industry news, clinical articles, and association updates, with paid advertising opportunities for industry partners.
• TVMA Tidbits Newsletter Regular newsletter providing legislative updates, member news, and industry information for Tennessee veterinarians, with advertising opportunities for sponsors.
• Career Center Online job board and career resources for veterinary professionals in Tennessee, connecting employers with qualified candidates.
• Advocacy Services Legislative representation and advocacy services for veterinary professionals in Tennessee, including regulatory updates and policy engagement at the state level.
• TVMA Foundation (TVMF) Foundation providing scholarships, disaster relief, wellness initiatives, and community programs including the PAWS Reading Program for veterinary professionals and the Tennessee community.
• Find a Veterinarian Directory Public directory service helping pet owners locate TVMA member veterinarians across Tennessee.
• Tennessee Veterinary Wellness Program Wellness program supporting the mental and physical health of veterinary professionals in Tennessee.
• Local Associations Network Directory and coordination network of local veterinary medical associations throughout Tennessee, supporting regional member engagement.
• Relief Veterinarians Directory Directory listing relief veterinarians available to fill in at practices across Tennessee.
• Practices & Equipment for Sale Classifieds Classified listings for veterinary practices and equipment available for purchase in Tennessee.
• MCVC Exhibitor and Sponsor Program Exhibitor booth and sponsorship program for industry partners at the MCVC annual conference. Booth rentals range from $1,350 (Standard) to $2,550 (Premium Double); sponsorship tiers include Bronze $1K+, Silver $5K+, Gold $7.5K+, and Platinum $10K+.

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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API detail

Core technology

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App detail

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered gold, core, minor, silver and bronze.

• Boehringer Ingelheim Animal HealthgoldGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 February 2026Gold sponsor for MCVC 2025; major animal health pharmaceutical company supporting the conference as a premier exhibitor and sponsor. Products include HEARTGARD Plus, NexGard, Vetmedin, Previcox, and Purevax.
• Hill's Pet NutritioncoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 February 2026Exhibitor and sponsor at MCVC conference; provides pet nutrition products and educational resources on weight management and GI health for veterinary professionals
• Nashville Veterinary Specialists & Animal EmergencycoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 February 2026Veterinary specialty and emergency hospital serving as exhibitor at MCVC conference; offers career opportunities and CE programs for veterinary professionals
• Banfield Pet HospitalminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 February 2026Largest veterinary practice in the US with 1,000+ hospitals; participates as exhibitor at MCVC conference
• National Veterinary Associates (NVA)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 February 2026Major veterinary practice consolidation partner with 24+ years of experience; exhibits at MCVC to connect with Tennessee veterinarians for practice partnerships
• CovetruscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2026Global animal-health technology and services company; exhibitor at MCVC providing software solutions, prescription management, and practice supplies
• Epicur PharmacoreTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2026FDA Registered 503B Outsourcing Facility; exhibitor providing manufactured veterinary drugs including Tacrolimus Eyedrops, Buprenorphine Injection, and Gabapentin tablets
• University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine (UTCVM)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2026Co-hosts MCVC conference; provides CE programming, alumni reception, and participates with sophomore class career day and career fair
• Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary MedicineminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2026Exhibitor at MCVC representing the veterinary school in Harrogate, TN
• Tennessee Department of Agriculture - Division of Animal HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2026Government partner providing animal health resources, disease reporting information, and regulatory guidance at MCVC conference. Features State Veterinarian Dr. Samantha Beaty.
• Tennessee Veterinary Technicians Association (TVTA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2026Partner association dedicated to promoting veterinary nursing; co-hosts wellness room at MCVC and runs silent auction for scholarship fund
• CareCreditsilverGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 February 2026Silver sponsor for MCVC 2026; provides pet financing solutions and helps practices offer payment options to clients
• Southern Practice Consulting GroupbronzeImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 February 2026Bronze sponsor for MCVC 2026; provides veterinary practice consulting and business advisory services
• Purina Pro Plan Vet DietsbronzeGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 February 2026Bronze sponsor for MCVC 2026; provides therapeutic pet foods and nutrition products for veterinary practices
• BionotesilverTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2026Silver sponsor for MCVC 2026; veterinary diagnostic testing company providing diagnostic solutions
• Lighthouse Veterinary Allergy and DermatologybronzeGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 February 2026Bronze sponsor for MCVC 2026; specialty veterinary practice focused on dermatology and allergy care

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA): Direct state-level peer providing the same model of membership, annual conference, CE, advocacy, and member services for Texas-licensed veterinarians. Operates the TVMA Annual Conference as its flagship event, comparable to MCVC.
• California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA): State veterinary medical association serving California veterinarians with membership, CE programs, and legislative advocacy. Comparable structure to TVMA with a Pacific Southwest focus.
• Virginia Veterinary Medical Association (VVMA): State veterinary association offering membership, annual conference, and CE for Virginia-licensed veterinarians. Comparable operating model and member-base profile to TVMA.
• Georgia Veterinary Medical Association (GVMA): State association for Georgia veterinarians providing membership, CE conferences, and advocacy. Direct regional peer sharing the Southeast US animal-health market with TVMA.
• North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association (NCVMA): Southeast state veterinary association with membership, annual conference, and CE offerings. Highly comparable structure and regional positioning to TVMA, often competing for the same regional sponsor pool.
• Florida Veterinary Medical Association (FVMA): State-level professional association for Florida veterinarians, hosting an annual conference and providing CE, advocacy, and member resources. Closest geographic and demographic peer to TVMA within the Southeast region.

Broad incumbents

• American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA): The national professional association for veterinarians in the US. TVMA is a constituent state association that sends an AVMA Delegate (Dr. Susan Moon), making AVMA the umbrella body and direct comparator for membership, CE, and advocacy programs.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/tennesseevma
• Facebookfacebook.com/tennesseevma
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tennessee-veterinary-medical-association
• Instagraminstagram.com/tennesseevma

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

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