Do you know an exceptional Credentialed Veterinary Technician who deserves the recognition and praise of the entire profession? Why not nominate that person for NAVTA’s Veterinary Technician of the Year Award?
If you’re wondering what might qualify someone to be considered for this prestigious award, here are some ideas to get your thoughts going:
NAVTA will announce the winner during the Annual Business Meeting.
In addition to the recognition, praise, and appreciation of NAVTA and its 9,000+ members, the winner will receive a free year of membership in NAVTA.
We’re sure you know that special NAVTA member who deserves national recognition from NAVTA for exemplary service and special achievements this year.
Any NAVTA member in good standing may nominate a fellow member for this award.
Click below to complete the nomination form. Please also submit a Word document (or PDF) outlining why your nominee should be honored.
Nominations for the 2025 Veterinary Technician of the Year are now closed. Deadline for nominations was November 7, 2025 at 12 pm EST.
2025
Linda Markland, RVT
2024
Stephanie Gilliam, RVTg, MS, CCRP, VTS (Neurology),
2021
Melissa Entrekein, LVT, VTS (ECC)
2023
Sam Geiling, CVT
2022
Rochellie Cortes-Martinez, LVTg, MBA
2021
Melissa Entrekein, LVT, VTS (ECC)
2020
Dru Mellon, RVT, CVT
2019
Mary Berg, BS, RLATG, RVT, VTS (Dentistry)
2018
Ed Carlson, CVT, VTS (Nutrition)