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SUMMARY:94th Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:94th Annual MVCAC Conference & Exhibitor Showcase\nOne Health\, One Fight: Connecting Vector Control to Global Health\nConnecting Vector Control to Global Health\nFebruary 1-3\, 2026 (Board Meeting on 2/4)\nOmni Rancho Las Palmas\, Rancho Mirage\, CA \nJoin us for the reimagined 94th Annual MVCAC Conference\, where we unite professionals\, researchers\, and advocates to advance the mission of One Health. This year’s theme\, One Health\, One Fight: Connecting Vector Control to Global Health\, emphasizes collaborative solutions to protect human\, animal\, and environmental health in an interconnected world. \n\n\n\nREGISTER\nBOOK ROOMS\nHIGHLIGHTS\nWHY ATTEND\n5K RUN/WALK\nMORE INFORMATION\n\n\n\n  \n\nKeynote Speaker: Cheryl Stroud\, DVM\, PhD\nWe are thrilled to announce Cheryl Stroud\, Executive Director of the One Health Commission (OHC)\, as our plenary speaker! Dr. Stroud\, a veterinarian with a PhD in endocrine physiology\, brings decades of experience in industry\, academia\, private practice\, and One Health advocacy. \nFor over 11 years\, Dr. Stroud has led the OHC\, a globally recognized non-profit dedicated to connecting One Health stakeholders\, fostering interdisciplinary teams\, and educating communities worldwide. Her leadership has driven initiatives like: \n\nBat Rabies Education Team (BRET)\nOne Health Social Sciences Initiative (OHSS)\nOne Health Education-US (OHE-US)\nGregory D Bossart Memorial Scholarship\nGlobal One Health Day\, celebrating its 10th anniversary on November 3\, 2026\nThe Who’s Who Map (view here)\, showcasing organizations worldwide that champion One Health principles\n\nDr. Stroud’s keynote will explore how collaboration can amplify One Health efforts\, making it the default approach for addressing global health challenges. Expect an inspiring call to action to become force multipliers in vector control and beyond. \n\nConference Highlights\nThis year’s conference offers a dynamic program designed to foster learning\, networking\, and innovation: \n\nFull Program – If you’re using a laptop or desktop you can also use this link to access our website to view the schedule.\nNEW! Tuesday Awards & Networking Luncheon NEW this year\, our Awards and networking luncheon! Celebrate the achievements of the past year while enjoying a delicious lunch!  \nClosing Night Event: Enjoy the warm desert evening at our closing celebration\, a perfect way to wrap up the conference with fellow attendees.\nWednesday Morning Drone Workshop: Dive into cutting-edge technology with hands-on training in drone applications for vector control. Note: Interested attendees must register for this workshop (limited to the first 30 people). Register ASAP so you don’t miss out on a spot! View the workshop outline/schedule here.\nBack by Popular Demand:\n\nMunzy Golf Tournament: Tee off with colleagues (registration required). If you have specific people who you want to golf with\, let Jody Morgan at pinegrovemad1@gmail.com know. We will accommodate the best we can!\nOutrunning Mosquitoes 5K: Run or walk in this exciting community event (registration required).\n\n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\nThe MVCAC Conference is your opportunity to: \n\nEngage with global leaders in vector control and One Health.\nDiscover innovative tools and strategies to combat vector-borne diseases.\nBuild lasting professional connections in a vibrant\, collaborative environment.\n\n\nRegistration\nPre-Registration is now CLOSED \nRegistration is available on-site at the conference – Click here to view the registration form \nDon’t miss this chance to be part of a transformative event that bridges vector control with global health. Join us in Rancho Mirage for an unforgettable experience! \n\nHotel Information\nThe hotel booking deadline for this event has passed. \n\n5k Volunteers Needed\n\nConference planning is underway for 2026 and we are in need of a volunteer to join our committee! Awesome energy is needed to help make our “Outrunning Mosquitoes” race a swat-tastic success. This volunteer is essential for the day of the event to help direct runners\, keep time and make sure we have enough volunteers on the course. You are a vital part of this fun and unique event. Reach out to Kristi in the MVCAC office (kmaryman@amgroup.us) to help us make this race a bite-free blast! \n  \n  \nQuestions? Please reach out to Meeting Manager\, Kristi Maryman at kmaryman@amgroup.us \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is available on-site at the conference – Click here to view the registration form \n\n\nThe Hotel Booking Deadline for the group rate has passed. \n\n\nExhibitor Prospectus \nPre-Registration for exhibitors is now CLOSED \nRegistration is available on-site at the conference \n\n\nProgram\nView Online \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCall for Papers and Posters \nThe deadline for this has passed. \n\n\nCall for Speakers \nThe deadline for this has passed. \n\n\nContact Meeting Manager \nKristi Maryman \n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.mvcac.org/event/94th-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Omni Rancho Las Palmas\, 41000 Bob Hope Dr\, Rancho Mirage\, CA\, 92270\, United States
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