The Forum
9/21/2025 - 9/23/2025
Description
Get ready for something new.
IBPSA proudly presents The Forum—a bold, first-of-its-kind event for the pet care industry.
This is not your typical conference. We’re bringing together a dynamic lineup of respected speakers to lead real, unfiltered conversations about the most pressing and progressive issues facing our field. No fluff—just the insights, strategies, and challenges that matter most to pet care business owners and general managers.
Conveniently located in the heart of New Jersey, the Delta Hotel and Convention Center offers the perfect setting to connect with fellow professionals, expand your network, and fuel your business growth in one of the industry’s most vibrant regions.
Across three high-impact days, you’ll experience thought-provoking sessions, powerful peer connections, and a renewed sense of what’s possible in our evolving industry.
We’ll also be celebrating excellence in pet care with the presentation of The IBBYs—the Pet Care Business Excellence Awards—during this year’s Forum.
Join us. Be part of our bold and unfiltered conversation that’s shaping the future of pet care. It’s time to strip away the fluff and get real about what it takes to move our industry forward—together.
The Forum Speakers
Fernando Camacho | Kelli Dodds | Dominic Hodgson
Teija Heikkilä | Garret Tadlock | Steven Parker
We are pleased to announce that Comedian and actor Drew Lynch will be performing a private show for Forum Attendees on Sunday evening (September 21)!
Comedian and actor Drew Lynch captured the hearts of America with his Golden Buzzer performance on Season 10 of America’s Got Talent (NBC), where he finished in second place. Since then, Drew has amassed millions of followers on social media while touring the world nonstop to sold out audiences. In February 2023, Drew released his second special ‘And These Are Jokes’ which is catching steam all over the internet. He also appeared in a recurring role in the final season of IFC’s hit series Maron as well as TBS’ Conan. A favorite on the podcast circuit, Drew has made multiple appearances on some of the most downloaded shows, giving his unique take on everything from pop culture to news headlines to the life of a traveling comic
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$399 - IBPSA Members
$499 - Non-Members
Ticket price includes meals, entertainment, and access to all evening events (including the IBBY Awards). Hotel rooms must be booked separately at the group rate ($179/night) via a direct link that will be found in your confirmation email.
No refunds after August 8, 2025.
515 US Highway 1 South
Iselin, NJ 08830 United States