2025-08-07T10:14:04-07:00 2024-12-31 990 2024-01-01 222390391 AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF VETERINARY STATE BOARDS AMER 8776988482 12101 W 110th St Suite 300 Overland Park KS 66210 Amy Haywood Treasurer 8169311504 2025-08-07 1 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z James T Penrod 12101 W 110th St Suite 300 Overland Park KS 66210 8821954 0 X aavsb.org X 1960 IL To support and advance the regulation of veterinary medicine. 10 10 45 100 0 0 31955 31850 7047222 7730299 1642206 944565 36365 -62959 8757748 8643755 0 0 0 0 3558059 3683417 0 0 0 5071836 4592093 8629895 8275510 127853 368245 16880130 18039614 1165925 1465564 15714205 16574050 To support and advance the regulatory process for veterinary medicine. 0 0 1374901 0 3878825 Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) - The VTNE program provides standardized examination services to state and provincial regulatory boards responsible for credentialing veterinary technicians. The examination supports these boards in their public protection mandate by ensuring that candidates have demonstrated the required level of knowledge and skills for entry-level practice. The VTNE assesses professional competency and offers a consistent standard for evaluating candidates across jurisdictions. In 2024, approximately 10,000 candidates took the VTNE, and more than 6,000 candidates completed online practice tests in preparation for the exam. 885216 0 2413830 Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) - The RACE program evaluates and approves providers and programs of continuing education in veterinary medicine based on uniform standards. RACE supports participating Member Boards by helping them fulfill their statutory and ethical responsibilities related to the regulation and enforcement of continuing education requirements. In 2024, the RACE program approved over 7,350 continuing education programs. 1032781 10150 Annual Meeting and Conference - The Annual Meeting and Conference offers professional development and educational opportunities for regulatory stakeholders, supporting Member Boards in fulfilling their statutory responsibilities and public protection mandates. The event features presentations and sessions on key regulatory topics and fosters collaboration among Delegates, staff, Board members, and committee members. The Annual Delegate Assembly, held during the conference, allows Member Boards to participate in governance through formal voting. In 2024, approximately 250 individuals participated in various educational sessions and activities. 972409 0 1079474 Veterinary Application for Uniform Licensure Transfer (VAULT) and Veterinary Information Verifying Agency (VIVA) - The VAULT services utilize the VIVA database, which houses verified, primary-source information such as educational records, national examination scores, credentials, disciplinary actions, and continuing education histories for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. VAULT delivers this verified data to Member Boards to support licensure and credentialing decisions. These services promote consistency, efficiency, and integrity in the licensure process. In 2024, the Association processed more than 10,500 score transfer and credential verification requests. 937471 0 36600 Member Services - The Member Services programs support regulatory boards by promoting effective and efficient operations through access to best practices, peer networking, and relevant data. Services include legislative and regulatory tracking, webinars, training sessions, and resource sharing. These tools help Member Boards stay informed and aligned with emerging trends, enabling them to fulfill their public protection responsibilities more effectively. 594539 310 The Outreach program promotes collaboration and engagement with Member Boards, allied veterinary organizations, and other regulatory associations. In 2024, members of the Board of Directors, committees, and staff participated in various meetings and events aimed at strengthening interorganizational relationships and advancing regulatory excellence. The organization also hosted several student outreach events, with total attendance exceeding 500 individuals, to support education and awareness of veterinary regulation. 243696 332820 Program for the Assessment of Veterinary Education Equivalence (PAVE) - The PAVE program provides an examination designed to assess the educational equivalence and competency of international graduates of veterinary and veterinary technician programs. It supports AAVSB Member Boards by evaluating candidates' qualifications to meet licensure standards and fulfill public protection mandates. In 2024, approximately 175 candidates completed the PAVE examination. 52196 0 81650 Jurisprudence Exams - Through its State and Provincial Assessments (SPA) service, the Association administered over 1,200 online jurisprudence examinations in 2024. These exams assess candidates' knowledge of state- or province-specific laws and regulations governing the practice of veterinary medicine, supporting Member Boards in their licensure processes and public protection efforts. 2800311 0 1530854 6093209 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 24 0 45 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 10 10 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 KS X Gregory Hubbard 8169311504 12101 W 110th St Suite 300 Overland Park KS 66210 X James Penrod Chief Executive Officer/Non-voting Secretary 38 2 X X 307984 0 73435 Daphne Tabbytite Chief Business Officer 38 2 X 187785 0 24774 Elizabeth Venit VMD MPH DACVPM Chief Veterinary Officer 40 0 X 187073 0 19701 Christina Bagby Chief Strategy Officer 40 0 X 152760 0 20536 Nancy Grittman Chief Risk Management Officer 40 0 X 139744 0 27155 Kim Gemeinhardt DVM Immediate Past-President 4 0 X X 0 0 0 Frank Richardson DVM President 4 0 X X 0 0 0 Tim Kolb DVM President-Elect 4 0 X X 0 0 0 Amy Haywood LVT Treasurer 4 0 X X 0 0 0 Mark Nunez DVM Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 Greg Parks DVM Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 Sheila Dodson DVM Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 Mark Chmielewicz DVM Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 Holly Lunsford DVM Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 Jennifer Pedigo EMBA Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 Kimberly Riker-Brown DVM Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 Michelle Shane Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 975346 0 165601 8 0 1 0 PSI Services LLC 611 N Brand Blvd 10th Floor Glendale CA 91203 Exam Services 717076 Loews Coronado Bay 4000 Coronado Bay Rd Coronado CA 92118 Hotel and conference space 556153 Adventure Tech Group Inc PO Box 4647 Suite 320 Olathe KS 66063 Information Technology 264188 Mighty Citizen Inc 2400 Webberville Road Building B Austin TX 78702 Branding & Marketing 207245 6 0 31850 0 0 0 0 0 31850 Exam Fees 900099 4176805 4176805 0 0 Continuing Education Provider Fees 900099 2408830 2408830 0 0 Score Transfer and Credential Fees 900099 1079474 1079474 0 0 Program Application Fees 900099 49980 49980 0 0 Meeting Fees 900099 15210 15210 0 0 0 0 0 0 7730299 944565 944565 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 112332 0 178199 0 -65867 0 -65867 -65867 0 0 0 0 0 Miscellaneous Income 900099 2908 2908 0 0 0 0 0 0 2908 8643755 8611905 0 0 X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1140947 898897 242050 0 0 0 0 0 1789611 1409948 379663 0 111061 87500 23561 0 428381 337501 90880 0 213417 168141 45276 0 0 0 0 0 149615 43915 105700 0 24426 0 24426 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 51021 0 51021 0 1071034 638384 432650 0 42399 39272 3127 0 286850 238506 48344 0 246599 137237 109362 0 0 0 0 0 10596 5100 5496 0 838835 616758 222077 0 0 0 0 0 25545 4771 20774 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 423782 334655 89127 0 39000 25752 13248 0 Transaction and Bank Fees 234180 505 233675 0 Exam and Credentialing Fees 1146937 1106367 40570 0 Loss on disposal of assets 1274 0 1274 0 8275510 6093209 2182301 0 0 0 478617 550671 0 0 230833 236476 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 126670 82627 6340137 2721499 3627322 3618638 12065218 13200362 0 0 0 0 346350 346350 5120 4490 16880130 18039614 505715 857325 0 0 655090 603749 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5120 4490 1165925 1465564 X 15714205 16574050 0 0 15714205 16574050 16880130 18039614 X 368245 491600 0 0 0 0 X 0 1 X 1 0 X 31385 31385 30850 31955 31850 157425 4673635 5771877 6225569 7047222 7730299 31448602 1674 0 0 0 1674 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4706694 5803262 6256419 7079177 7762149 31607701 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 31607701 395875 774920 -1701213 1642206 947473 2059261 0 0 0 0 0 0 395875 774920 -1701213 1642206 947473 2059261 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 30454 120122 112332 262908 5102569 6578182 4585660 8841505 8821954 33929870 0.93156 0.94648 0.06069 0.04858 X Schedule A, Part III, Line 12 Rental income from real property. 0 386520 386520 0 2356776 121181 2235595 0 0 0 0 0 317549 204039 113510 0 3279292 2396279 883013 3618638 0 Operating Lease Liability 4490 4490 9327533 491600 65000 0 0 556600 8770933 51021 -178199 -127178 8643755 8467688 65000 0 0 178199 243199 8224489 51021 0 51021 8275510 Schedule D, Part XI, Line 4b Real property rental expenses net against gross rents. Audit income not shown net of expenses. Schedule D, Part XII, Line 2d Real property rental expenses are shown in Part VIII line 6 Rental Expense. Since rental income is shown net on the income statement, the expenses were removed from the functional expense schedule Part IX. Central America and the Caribbean 0 0 Program Services PAVE exams administered to international individuals. 0 East Asia and the Pacific 0 0 Program Services PAVE exams administered to international individuals. 0 Europe (including Iceland and Greenland) 0 0 Program Services PAVE exams administered to international individuals. 0 North America (including Canada and Mexico, but not the United States) 0 0 Program Services PAVE exams administered to international individuals. 0 South Asia 0 0 Program Services PAVE exams administered to international individuals. 0 North America (including Canada and Mexico, but not the United States) 0 0 Conducting Board Meetings Board of director meeting was held in Vancouver, Canada. 46568 0 0 46568 0 0 0 0 0 0 Schedule F, Part I, Line 3 The Association received revenue from international entities and individuals for membership dues and exam fees. Both online and in-person examinations are proctored by a United States-based company; no payments were made by the Association to any international entities for exam proctoring services. Additionally, the Board of Directors held a meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, during the summer of 2024. X X X X X X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 James Penrod Chief Executive Officer/Non-voting Secretary 307984 0 0 0 38500 0 11112 0 34935 0 392531 0 0 0 Elizabeth Venit VMD MPH DACVPM Chief Veterinary Officer 187073 0 0 0 0 0 7477 0 19701 0 214251 0 0 0 Christina Bagby Chief Strategy Officer 152760 0 0 0 0 0 6231 0 20536 0 179527 0 0 0 Nancy Grittman Chief Risk Management Officer 139744 0 0 0 0 0 5608 0 27155 0 172507 0 0 0 Daphne Tabbytite Chief Business Officer 187785 0 0 0 0 0 7560 0 24774 0 220119 0 0 0 Schedule J, Part I, Line 3 A meeting of the Board of Directors is held to discuss compensation of the Chief Executive Officer. During the meeting proposed compensation is compared to similarly situated employees at comparable not-for-profit organizations using salary surveys and Form 990s. The Chief Executive Officer's credentials and performance evaluations are also considered. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 Each Member Board is entitled to appoint one voting Delegate to the Annual Delegate Assembly, as defined in the Association's Bylaws. The Board of Directors is elected by these voting Delegates during the Annual Delegate Assembly. The Board is responsible for implementing the resolutions, actions, and policies authorized by the Delegates, in accordance with the Association's Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a Voting Delegates designated by the Member Boards have the authority to elect members of the Board of Directors during the Annual Delegate Assembly. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7b Voting Delegates designated by the Member Boards have the authority to elect members of the Board of Directors, vote to remove a member of the Board, approve amendments to the organization's Bylaws, and vote on formal resolutions presented at the Annual Delegate Assembly. These rights are exercised in accordance with the organization's governing documents. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b It is the Organization's policy for the Board of Directors to review Form 990 prior to its submission. The return is first reviewed by the Chief Executive Officer, Treasurer, and Finance Committee. Following their review, the Form 990 is distributed electronically to the Board of Directors with a recommendation for approval prior to filing. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c As part of the orientation process, new board members receive education on the organization's conflict of interest policy. All board members are required to disclose any known conflicts of interest. In the event a conflict arises, the affected board member must recuse themselves from related discussions and votes. Such recusals are documented in the board meeting minutes. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 The Board of Directors holds a dedicated meeting to review and determine the compensation of the Chief Executive Officer. Proposed compensation is evaluated using salary surveys and publicly available Form 990 data from comparable nonprofit organizations. The Chief Executive Officer's qualifications and performance evaluations are also taken into account. All discussions and decisions are documented in a letter of agreement, which is provided to the Chief Executive Officer and copied to Human Resources and legal counsel by the President of the Board of Directors. Compensation for other key employees is reviewed and approved as part of the annual budgeting process. Salaries are determined by benchmarking against similar positions at peer nonprofit organizations using compensation surveys. Additionally, the organization periodically commissions an external compensation study to evaluate salaries across all staff positions. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 The Association's Form 990 is available at guidestar.org. The Association's financial statements, governing documents, and conflict of interest policy are available upon request for business purposes as approved by the Chief Executive Officer. Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g Technology Services $327,805, Program Consultants $228,471, Marketing Support $215,564, Event Planning $82,819, Professional Development $73,404, HR support $37,851, Policy and legislative reports $72,000, Hotel Labor $12,831, and Other $20,289. Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Occupancy expenses shown net of income $178,199 and Deferred Compensation included in Current Officer Compensation $38,500 Association Partners 12101 LLC 12101 W 110th St Suite 300 Overland Park KS 66210 222390391 Property holding company KS 112332 2775908 American Associaiton of Veterinary State Boards Association Partners 12101 LLC 12101 110th St Suite 300 Overland Park KS 66210 222390391 Property holding company KS American Association of Veterinary State Boards C 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 Association Partners 12101 LLC k 84429 Rent of office space paid by AAVSB to Association Partners 12101 LLC. Association Partners 12101 LLC q 13862 Reimbursement of actual expenses paid by AAVSB including insurance on behalf of Association Partners 12101 LLC