The heavy hitters will be swinging at your toughest management challenges in Washington, D.C. this April. Here's just part of the team, with some links to give you an idea what they're all about and why we're so excited to have them on the roster. (Check out the complete management program here.)

Denise Tumblin, CPA, a Veterinary Economics Editorial Advisory Board member and owner of Wutchiett Tumblin and Associates in Columbus, Ohio.

> Don't-miss topic: Progress in Practice Seminars: Practice valuation workshop for owners and potential owners
> Video: What to cut in a tough economy
> Audio: Let your choices and philosophy guide your practice
> One sample article: How can I afford a veterinary practice today?

Shawn McVey, MA, MSW, a member of the Firstline and Veterinary Economics editorial advisory boards and CEO of McVey Management Solutions, a consulting company in Phoenix.

> Don't-miss topic: Veterinary Economics Managers' Retreat: Managing with heart
> Video: Creative rewards for veterinary team members
> One sample article: Toxic veterinary practices

Dr. Dave Nicol, a veterinary surgeon and veterinary business consultant from Sydney, Australia, and author of the e-book The Yellow Pages Are Dead: Marketing Your Veterinary Practice in the Digital Age.

> Don't-miss topic: Get your practice found through social media
> Q&A: Why is it important for veterinary practices to engage in social media sites like Facebook and Twitter?
> Video: Watch Dr. Nicol offer advice for veterinary students and new graduates
> One sample article: Offering veterinary medical 'choices' may hurt patients

Brian Conrad, CVPM, a frequent contributor to Veterinary Economics and Firstline magazines, a board member for the Veterinary Hospital Management Association, and the practice manager for Meadow Hills Veterinary Center in Kennewick, Wash.

> Don't-miss topic: Creating a cohesive team—how owner and manager work together for maximum staff effectiveness
> Video: Ask clients what they think
> One sample article: How team meetings can make you a better veterinary employee

Mark Opperman, CVPM, owner of VMC Inc., a veterinary consulting firm based in Evergreen, Colo.

> Don't-miss topic: How to hire, train, and retain "10" employees
> Interactive worksheet: ProSal total compensation statement
> Video: Need to cut expenses? Here's where to look first
> Q&A: Set goals and your veterinary team will score