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An event to remember: Celebrating the Medivet Grad Gala!

Dr Katie Ford FRCVS - - 2 min read

An event to remember: Celebrating the Medivet Grad Gala!

Two women smiling with drinks stand before lit "MEIVET" letters. Red, white, and blue balloons decorate the background. Joyful mood.

The theme was 'dress to impress' and it was lovely to see everyone doing just that!

We had an absolutely fantastic time at the Medivet Grad Gala, celebrating the amazing graduates we feel so fortunate to support on their journey. A six hour drive from Vet Trust in Stirling to Birmingham was well worth while.

The energy in the room was amazing, with a wonderful mix of excitement, pride and that special buzz that only comes from reconnecting with the people who make what we do so worthwhile.

Table with colorful wheel and snacks against two Vet Empowered banners on personal development and veterinary compassion.

Candid shot of the stand

Our stand, complete with a “spin the wheel, win a prize every time” setup, proved to be a huge hit! It was wonderful to see so many smiles (and even a few competitive spins!) as everyone took part.

Beyond the fun and games, what truly made the evening unforgettable was a further chance to catch up with so many of the graduates we’ve worked with. Hearing firsthand how our coaching and workshops have helped them grow in confidence, tackle imposter syndrome and thrive as veterinary professionals is exactly why we do what we do.

We might have even had a few happy, humbled tears along the way - because these connections, these stories, are the heart of Vet Empowered.

The evening entertainment was a treat too, adding that extra bit of sparkle to an already brilliant night.

Thank you to Medivet for hosting such a wonderful event, and to all the graduates who took the time to chat with us, share their experiences and remind us just how important this work is. We can’t wait to keep supporting you.

Smiling woman in front of a screen showing "Moving Forwards with Confidence" on a purple background with stars in a conference room.

Katie's sneaky selfie when she'd set up the tech

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