Bree Carmichiel
President
I love to learn new things and am always looking for new ways to challenge myself and expand my knowledge. I obtained my Veterinary Technician Specialist in Emergency and Critical Care – VTS (ECC) in 2024 and now focus on mentoring and helping others advance their skills and knowledge. In my free time, I enjoy reading, photography, gardening, traveling, and spending time with my husband, son, and pets. I have 2 cats, a black lab, and a golden retriever.
Jessica Kuntz
President Elect
My name is Jessica Kuntz. I am a licensed veterinary technician with a Bachelors in Veterinary Technology and Minors in Animal Science, Equine Science, and Large Animal Veterinary Technology from North Dakota State University. After graduating in 2016 I returned to the Bismarck/Mandan area where I began and continue to work for a local mixed animal practice. My professional interests are client education and emergency medicine. My husband and I have 2 daughters and a small collection of animals. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, reading and being outside with our zoo.
Ashley Hoffmann
Past President
My name is Ashley Hoffmann, and I am a licensed veterinary technician with a Veterinary Technology Bachelor of Science degree from North Dakota State University. I work for IDEXX Laboratories as a Field Support Representative. In this position I help various veterinary practices with their laboratory needs including laboratory analyzers, reference laboratory, and education. Since 2020 I have been in this position, but prior to this I worked in a general practice as well as an emergency hospital. This experience has helped me have a greater range of knowledge to better help my customers. My passion in this field is to help our medical professionals provide the best care they can through education and customer service. In my free time I enjoy hiking with my Miniature Aussie mix, Persephone, or reading a book while snuggling my cat, Mr. Bubbles.
Diana Johnson
Secretary
I am what some call a unicorn, in the fact I am still in the field after 27 years. I graduated from NDSU in Fargo with a bachelors in Veterinary Technology and a Minor in Animal Science. I have worked in New Mexico and Montana, until returning to my home town of Watford City 19.5 years ago. I have been at my current job for almost 10 years. I love the profession and knowing I am making a difference and helping someones furbaby large or small. My favorite areas are orthopedics, equine, and cattle. I have been married to my husband for 26 years. I have 3 children and 2 step children. We have 1 horse, 4 dogs, 4 cats and many chickens. In my spare time I love hanging out with family and friends, riding horse or razr. Up until 1 year ago I spent my winters travelling with my kids for hockey. I have decided to fill my spare time this winter with working on obtaining my VTS in Equine Nursing. I look forward to serving my fellow technicians and getting to meet new people in the field.
Miranda Langerud
Treasurer
Randi is a native of Bismarck and graduated from North Dakota State University in 2010 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Veterinary Technology. She became licensed in December of 2010. She is a full-time LVT at Bismarck Animal Clinic and Hospital. She likes to spend her free time horseback riding with her husband and sons. Randi also enjoys reading, being outside, and getting together with friends. She has several pets including 2 dogs, 3 cats, and 3 horses. Randi has served on the board for the NDVTA since 2017, 1st in the president positions and now as the treasurer.