Harold Davis Honored by National Veterinary Organization
Retired UC Davis staff manager Harold Davis, BA, RVT, VTS (ECC, Anesthesia & Analgesia), was honored with the 2026 ICON Award by The Bridge Club at their 2026 ICON Event, held in conjunction with the annual Veterinary Meeting & Expo in Orlando. A veterinary technician at UC Davis for 36 years, Davis ended his career as the manager of the Emergency and Critical Care Service at the William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH).
More than 150 members of the veterinary community gathered for the event to celebrate Davis’ extraordinary legacy. He shared memories of his career and personal life, guiding attendees through the moments, mentors, and milestones that shaped his remarkable career.
“From stories of perseverance to heartfelt acknowledgments of those who believed in him along the way, Harold’s reflections left a lasting impact,” said Catherine Haskins, founder and CEO of The Bridge Club. “As he thanked his mentors and spoke openly about the people who helped guide his path, there wasn’t a dry eye in the room.”
Throughout his career at the VMTH, Davis’ roles ranged from ICU technician, service coordinator, clinical instructor, and finally emergency service supervisor. In these roles, he trained generations of veterinary students and helped shape the standard of patient care in emergency and critical care medicine.
The ICON Event served as a meaningful reminder of the influence one individual can have on an entire profession — and why honoring those legacies matters.
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The Bridge Club’s mission is to elevate veterinary medicine by creating space for authentic conversations that spark action. According to their website: “Our name is inspired by the original bridge clubs that brought people together, fostering connection and camaraderie. The Bridge Club brings people together around a shared table, fostering meaningful conversations and strong connections. What started as a way to create networking opportunities across all sectors of veterinary medicine has grown into a vibrant, purpose-driven community.”