Welcome to the official page for the MACA Annual Training Conference, a premier event for animal welfare professionals across the state! Our three-day conference is held every fall, typically in September or October. In 2025, the conference will be held at Chateau on the Lake in Branson, Missouri from September 24, 2025 through September 26, 2025.  Here, you will find essential information regarding Sponsorship, Donations, Scholarships, and Exhibitors.

The Annual Training Conference is dedicated to bringing together animal welfare professionals to enhance their skills and knowledge through comprehensive training sessions. This year, we are excited to partner with the Missouri Coalition of Animal Care Organizations to offer even more training and networking opportunities.

Conference Highlights

Dates: September 24-26, 2025

Duration: Three days of training and networking

Location: Chateau on the Lake in Branson Missouri 

The primary goal of the Annual Training Conference is to provide animal welfare professionals with the tools and knowledge they need to improve their work. We aim to make the conference accessible and affordable for organizations of all sizes. To achieve this, we rely on the generous support of our sponsors and donors.