Becky Taylor, RVT, MA
Owner

Becky

Specialization

Interpersonal Communication, Conflict management, Coaching and Mentoring, Keynote and Conference Presentations

Career Background

Current Entrepreneur, 3 years leading communication and developing team culture, 5 years coaching professional skills to veterinary students, 19 years teaching in college level animal health and communication courses, 7 years in private veterinary practice.

Vintage RVT - 30 years and counting...

Education

Master of Arts, Professional Communication, Royal Roads University, BC
Certificate, Leadership and Development, Chair Academy, AB
Certificate, Veterinary Hospital Management, St. Lawrence College, ON
Diploma, Animal Health Technology, Fairview College, AB

Industry Experience

Committee: International Conference for Communication in Veterinary Medicine
Council & Committees: Alberta Veterinary Medical Association
Committees & Board of Director: Alberta Veterinary Technologist Association
Board of Director: Registered Veterinary Technologists and Technicians of Canada

Fun Facts

  • Founder, BS Communication Strategies

  • Co-Founder, The Horsewoman's Club

  • Mom of 2 talented & amazing kids

  • Wife of Colin

  • Owner of 4 amazing horses, 2 dogs, many cats...

  • Horsewoman

  • Fave color = orange

  • Loves dancing!

Madeline, Front of House

Career Background

Ranch Hand, Horse Trainer, Farrier, Swim Coach, Lifeguard, Marketing

Education

Equine Science Degree
Farrier Science Degree

Special Interests

Horses, hiking, music, swimming, reading, & my dogs.

Fun Facts

  • Blacksmith

  • Retired Competitive Swimmer / Current Record Holder

  • Loves to write

Diane, The Books

Career Background

Administration, payroll, bookkeeping

Education

Project Management

Special Interests

Riding my e-bike, walking, swimming, SUP, reading, travelling

Fun Facts

  • Spoiling grandchildren

  • New technology

  • Would like to live long enough to have a Jetson mobile!

Sage, Fellow Communication Nerd

Career Background

  • Sage has been deeply involved in communication roles throughout her entire career, with 17 years of experience in Radio and Television News Media.

  • She is accustomed to high-stress, high-energy environments, excelling in "need to know now" communication.

  • Sage has led both small and large teams in corporate and non-profit sectors.

  • Her responsibilities have included managing inter-company communications and client-facing interactions.

  • She specializes in Media Relations, Public Relations, and Organizational Communications.

    Special Interests

  • Sage has a special interest in Crisis Communication and Communication Strategizing and Planning.

  • She believes in the power of a well-thought-out plan as the best defense for managing difficult interactions.

  • Sage is a lifelong learner, continuously enhancing her skills through the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC).

Dr. Amanda, Integration Services

Career Background

  • Amanda graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2001.

  • Co-owner of Preston Animal Clinic in Cambridge, Ontario, a small animal and exotics practice.

  • Coach at the Ontario Veterinary College for the Art of Veterinary Medicine course.

  • Mentor in the small animal Clinical Studies rotation.

  • Served on the Complaints Committee for the College of Veterinarians of Ontario.

  • Joined NVA Canada in 2021 as a clinical veterinarian and coach for DVMs and RVTs.

  • Strong advocate for team-based medicine and the integration of RVTs in veterinary practice.

Special Interests

  • Dedicated to improving outcomes for RVTs, DVMs, practice owners, clients, pets, and the veterinary industry.

  • Enjoys spending time at the cottage, hiking with dogs, undertaking renovation projects, and relaxing by the lake.

Communication is the sister of leadership.