2025 Animal Health Conference to Feature Dynamic Speaker Lineup Across Pharmaceuticals, Biologics and Nutrition
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 | Written by Mary Hirtreiter
OLATHE — Kansas State University Olathe will host its annual Animal Health Regulatory Affairs Conference from Sept. 16-18, offering three days of expert-led sessions, networking and hands-on learning tailored to professionals in the animal health industry.
This year’s conference features three specialized tracks — pharmaceuticals, biologics and nutrition — allowing attendees to customize their experience based on their area of career focus. Each track includes breakout sessions, panel discussions and case-based workshops led by industry experts and thought leaders.
“This year’s agenda reflects the evolving challenges of the animal health industry,” said Lauren Racki, professional development manager. “Our goal is to equip attendees with actionable insights and practical tools they can take back to their organizations.”
The agenda includes:
- Opening keynote by Carlos Gonzalez, Ph.D., Hill’s Pet Nutrition, on the collaborative and adversarial dynamics of regulatory affairs
- Breakout sessions on topics such as animal supplement regulation, ingredient importation, monoclonal antibody development and navigating novel biologics pathways
- Professional skills workshop on communication and appreciation in the workplace, led by Brent Mayabb, D.V.M., M.S.
- Networking dinners hosted by subject matter experts across Kansas City
- Industry resources panel breakfast and case study working groups on the final day to apply new knowledge in real-world scenarios
New this year, the nutrition track includes sessions on supplement compliance, product claims and legal risk, while the pharmaceuticals and biologics tracks offer deep dives into licensing, CMC overviews and regulatory strategies for emerging technologies.
The conference is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding of regulatory affairs and connect with peers across the animal health sector.
Get the knowledge and skills you need to be a leader in the animal health industry. Register at olathe.k-state.edu/animal-health-conference.