Laboratory Animal Management Association
2027 Annual Meeting(in partnership with the Allied Trade Association)
April 12 – 15, 2027
Wyndham LAKE Buena Vista
Orlando, Florida
CountDOwn to 2027
We can’t wait to see you in Orlando!
event Location
Wyndham Lake Buena Vista
Disney Springs Area
The Wyndham Lake Buena Vista – Disney Springs Area offers LAMA attendees a convenient and comfortable stay in the heart of the Walt Disney World Resort area. Located within walking distance of Disney Springs, the hotel features modern guest rooms, on-site dining, resort-style amenities, and easy access to Orlando attractions.
Keynote Presentation
The Critical Role of Animal Studies in Developing New Medications for Substance Use Disorders: It Takes a Village
Dr. France will address the continuing opioid epidemic and high rates of drug overdose, share an overview of his team’s drug development program to combat these challenges, and provide an investigator’s perspective on the importance of collaboration. He will highlight the essential contributions of scientists, postdocs, students, research assistants, veterinary technicians, veterinarians, husbandry personnel, and facilities managers in advancing this vital work.
Robert A Welch Distinguished University Chair in Chemistry at UT Health San Antonio
Session Information
Pre-Meeting Opportunities
Management Bootcamp
April 13, 2026
CMAR – M1 Prep Course
April 12, 2026
CMAR – Exams
April 13, 2026
Speaker Sessions Schedule
8:15 AM-
9:15 AM
FIGHT RIGHT: How To Survive And Thrive In Conflict
Contessa Ballroom
Conflict management is a critical part of leadership and life, whether initiating conflict or coping with it, from minor disagreements to potentially dangerous confrontations.
…Stephen Keeney
10:25 AM-
11:25 AM
Managing "today's" cage wash – a fresh look
Contessa Ballroom
Bruce Kennedy
Brian Gillman
Chetna Patel
12:45 PM-
1:15 PM
1:15 PM-
1:45 PM
Introducing a New Species Without Breaking The Facility: Managing Uncertainty, Change and Staff Engagement
Contessa Ballroom
Introducing an animal species that is new to a facility, despite being an established research model elsewhere, places pressure not only on infrastructure, but also on people, routin…
Michelle Valdner
1:50 PM-
2:20 PM
Coaching – A One Team Learning Approach
Contessa Ballroom
Coaching is a program created at the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital over 6 years ago. This presentation will focus on the inception of this pro…
Caitlin Haller
2:20 PM-
2:50 PM
Ensuring Compliance With Aseptic Surgical Technique In A Large Rodent Facility
Contessa Ballroom
According to the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) is responsible for overseeing an institution’s animal car…
Will Norton
8:15 AM-
8:45 AM
Artificial Intelligence As A Management And Quality -Assurance Tool In Animal Research Ethics Review
Contessa Ballroom
This presentation describes the use of artificial intelligence as a managerial decision-support tool to improve protocol quality prior to formal ethics review.
…Dvir Mintz
8:50 AM-
9:20 AM
Driving Change: Implementing Refined Handling Through Effective Change Management
Contessa Ballroom
In this session, we’ll share how we gained buy-in, overcame logistical challenges, delivered targeted education and training, and measured success to ensure sustainable change.
…Elizabeth Nunamaker
10:35 AM-
11:05 AM
Leveraging an industry Employee Resources Group to promote laboratory animal science and biotechnology career pathways for New Jersey students
Contessa Ballroom
Celldex Therapeutics established an Employee Resource Group (ERG) in 2021 to advance the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion while building connections with local commu…
Jeffrey Weidlick
11:05 AM-
11:35 AM
HR Made Simple: Hiring For Culture, Training For Success, And Managing Challenging Situations
Contessa Ballroom
Effective human resource management in lab animal operations goes beyond compliance—it drives team performance, staff retention, and operational excellence
…Renee Thompson
12:15 PM-
1:15 PM
Key Note Speaker – The Critical Role of Animal Studies in Developing New Medications for Substance Use Disorders: It Takes a Village
Contessa Ballroom
Dr. France will address the continuing opioid epidemic and high rates of drug overdose, share an overview of his team’s drug development program to combat these challenges, and pro…
Dr. Charles P. France
2:10 PM-
3:10 PM
Managing Pitfalls Of A Reporting Structure
Contessa Ballroom
Every organization operates within a reporting structure that can range from simple to highly complex.
Erica Moore
Jody Swain
Jennifer Mitchell
8:15 AM-
8:45 PM
Seasons of a Team: Understanding Team Dynamics, Growth, Struggle, and Momentum
Contessa Ballroom
Chineta Pullin
9:30 AM-
10:00 AM
You're Supporting Everyone Else-Who's Supporting You?
Contessa Ballroom
This 30 minute session will explore how to recognize signs of personal burnout, develop sustainable habits for recovery, and address potential impacts of leader burnout on team dynam…
Jody Swain
10:45 AM-
11:15 AM
A Robust Employee Well-Being Program Supports Culture of Care (As Published By The 3 R's Collaborative)
Contessa Ballroom
A robust employee wellbeing program is a foundational element of the 3Rs Collaborative (3RsC) Culture of Care model, which integrates animal welfare with human wellbeing to create a …
Kevyn Jimenez
Register Today!
The LAMA/ATA annual meeting is perfect for furthering your career in Laboratory Animal Management.
Registration Options
Meeting Registration
Annual Meeting – LAMA/ATA Member
Registration for the Annual Meeting for LAMA/ATA Members.
Option to add on CMAR – M1 1 Day Prep Course or Management Bootcamp.
$550
Annual Meeting –
Non-Member
Registration for the Annual Meeting for Non-Members. Option to add on CMAR – M1 1 Day Prep Course or Management Bootcamp.
$650
Bootcamp and M1 Prep Course Only
(Not attending annual meeting)
Management Bootcamp
LAMA Management Bootcamp Registration for individuals not attending the Annual Meeting.
LAMA/ATA Member
$400
Non-Member
$500
CMAR – M1 Prep Course
CMAR – M1 Preparatory Course Registration for individuals not attending the Annual Meeting.
LAMA/ATA Member
$400
Non-Member
$500
Add-on items
These options are for individuals that have already registered for the Annual Meeting but would like to add-on additional items:
CMAR – M1 Prep Course on Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Management Bootcamp on Monday, April 13th, 2026
Guest Registration
Add-on CMAR – M1 Prep Course
CMAR – M1 Preparatory Course Registration for individuals already registered to attend the Annual Meeting.
LAMA/ATA Member
$350
Non-Member
$450
Add-on Management Bootcamp
LAMA Management Bootcamp Registration for individuals already registered to attend the Annual Meeting.
LAMA/ATA Member
$350
Non-Member
$450
Guest Registration
Add Guest attendees to a previous registration. Guests may attend all food functions. Speaking and educational sessions are limited to full paying registrations only and guests may not attend.
Guest
$225
Group Ticket
This is an early bird ticket. You can show information about your ticket options and link to the registration section or to an external registration system. You can highlight or mark as sold out different tickets.
$595
Per Ticket
Sold Out Ticket
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$195
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Featured Ticket
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$295
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Event Venue
Wyndham Lake Buena Vista
Location
1850 Hotel Plaza Boulevard,
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830