NACA Roadshow Made Possible by #ThankstoMaddie
NACA is proud to support conferences that deliver high-quality, professional content. As part of our sponsorship, we collaborate with organizers to ensure sessions reflect best practices and provide meaningful value to attendees.
NACA Conference Presentations
Our team brings deep experience in animal control, shelter operations, field services, community engagement, leadership, and emerging industry trends. Whether you are planning a breakout session, a keynote-style presentation, or an interactive workshop, NACA can help elevate your event with practical insights and real-world expertise.
We invite you to explore the presentation options and consider how NACA can support your program. If you have questions or would like to discuss customizing a session for your audience, please contact:
Spencer Conover, NACA Chief Operating Officer
sconover@nacanet.org
Below are the broad categories and topics we offer, which can be tailored to meet the unique objectives of your conference:
The Future of Animal Control Communication: Marketing, AI & Storytelling
- Smart Tools, Smarter Agencies: Using AI to Strengthen Animal Control Operations
- From Data to Impact: Storytelling with Analytics in Animal Control
- Beyond the Kennel: Marketing Strategies that Build Trust in Animal Control
Crime Scenes and Courtrooms
- Investigation Mastery: Comprehensive procedures from basic to advanced in animal control.
- Property Inspections and Beyond: Evidence collection and search warrants demystified.
- Casework Clarity: Strategies for eliminating uncertainty in investigations.
- Unmasking Animal Hoarding: Effective strategies and solutions.
- Cracking the Case: Investigating cockfighting operations with precision.
Companion Animals and Sheltering Basics
- Decoding Animal Behavior: Understanding body language for better outcomes.
- Animal Sheltering 101: Best practices for maintaining a clean, disease-resistant shelter, controlling animal diseases, and managing rabies prevention.
- Animal Sheltering 102: Comprehensive insights into first aid for animal care professionals, animal nutrition, intake procedures for cats and dogs, breed identification and behavior, and essential spaying, neutering, microchipping, and adoption processes.
Community Engagement & Field Services
- Field Forward: Innovative Approaches to Community-Based Animal Services
- Beyond Citations: Education and Engagement as Tools for Compliance
- Lost Pet Reunification: Leveraging Technology and Partnerships to Keep Families Together
Legislation & Advocacy
- Government Relations 101: Building Stronger Partnerships with City & County Leaders
- From Policy to Practice: How Laws Shape Animal Control Operations
- Advocacy in Action: Elevating the Voice of Animal Control Professionals
Disaster & Emergency Response
- Prepared for the Worst: Disaster Planning & Response for Animal Control Officers
- Emergency Sheltering for Animals: Partnering with Communities in Crisis
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) & ICS: What Every ACO Needs to Know
Leadership
- Harnessing Emotional Intelligence: Transforming interactions and outcomes in animal control.
- Delivering Excellence: Elevating customer service, professionalism, and ethics in animal control.
- Mastering Operations and Administration: Strategic approaches for success in animal control.
- Streamlining Success: Innovative process improvement strategies in animal control.
- Compassionate Compliance: Balancing engagement and enforcement effectively.
- Uncovering Bias: Promoting fairness and equity within animal control practices.
Officer Safety and Communications
- Mastering De-escalation: Transforming conflicts into constructive conversations for animal control officers.
- The Art of Perception: Enhancing animal handling skills for improved outcomes.
- Sharpening Situational Awareness: Maintaining alertness and preparedness in the field.
- Handling with Care: Safe and humane techniques for animal control officers.
- Dispatch to the Rescue: The crucial role of dispatchers in supporting pets and the community
Mental Health & Officer Wellness
- Mental Health First Aid: Tools Every Animal Control Officer Should Have
- Building Resilience: Preventing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue in Animal Services
- Wellness in the Workplace: Supporting ACOs for Long-Term Success
Special Topics / Emerging Issues
- Wildlife in the City: Managing Human-Wildlife Conflict Responsibly
- Exotics & Dangerous Animals: Safety, Seizure, and Shelter Considerations
- Technology in the Field: Drones, Body Cams, and Beyond Animal Control
*Some presentations are subject to speaker availability and may not be available.
Membership Reporting
We are grateful to Maddie’s Fund for supporting the NACA Roadshow. Through this partnership, each participating state association or conference receives a set number of complementary NACA memberships.
Please note the following requirements:
Each state association or conference is responsible for announcing, selecting, and managing the complementary memberships.
1. A post-conference report is required within 30 days of the event.
2. Please download and complete the reporting template below.
3. Submit the completed template to naca@nacanet.org
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Scholarship Reporting
To complete your conference scholarship requirements, please submit your Conference Scholarship Reporting Form within 30 days of the conference end date.
Submission steps:
- Complete the reporting form by downloading the sheet provided below.
- Ensure all required fields are filled out accurately and completely.
- If the full scholarship amount was not used, please clearly indicate the remaining balance on the form.
- Once completed, email the form to akuzma@nacanet.org
Timely submission helps us ensure accurate recordkeeping and allows us to continue offering scholarship opportunities in the future. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
#ThankstoMaddie for making these scholarships possible.