Speaker Bureau

Dr. Adeyinka Dayo is a distinguished Assistant Professor in the Department of Oral Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, known for her ability to demystify complex clinical topics.

Alan Stern, DDS is a dynamic speaker whose extensive professional experience and personal journey offer valuable insights to fellow dentists. An ACE Certified Health Coach and Behavior Change Specialist.

23 years in dental with a mix of consulting, vendor side with practice management software, RCM, UI/UX consulting and advisory and most recently, creator of The Dentisphere.

Angela Davis-Sullivan is a dental business and leadership coach with over 30 years of hands-on industry experience. As founder of Adaptive Dental Solutions, she helps practices thrive by strengthening leadership, communication, and operational systems.

A respected consultant, educator, and key opinion leader, Dr. Art Volker frequently speaks for dental audiences across the globe. He is an accomplished dental professional with extensive expertise in cosmetic dentistry.

Brandi Hooker Evans brings brains, heart, and hilarity to every audience she meets. A sought-after speaker, best-selling author, and lifelong advocate for joy and wellness in dentistry, she is known for turning science into simple, actionable insights.

Dental healthcare leadership has been my passion for more than three decades—and today, I bring that experience to the stage as a dynamic and engaging public speaker. I began my career in 1991 as a DANB Certified Dental Assistant, gaining firsthand clinical experience that shaped my patient-centered approach to leadership. Over the years, I’ve evolved into a trusted voice in healthcare operations, sharing insights drawn from leading dental and medical organizations through growth, transformation, and operational excellence. As a speaker, I translate real-world leadership challenges into actionable strategies that resonate with healthcare professionals at every level. My presentations focus on empowering leaders, strengthening teams, improving financial performance, and navigating the complexities of modern healthcare environments. Throughout my career, I’ve managed multi-site practices, directed regional operations, improved revenue cycle performance, led practice acquisitions and transitions, and developed high-performing teams. These experiences allow me to deliver practical, relatable, and results-driven content that audiences can immediately apply. I believe great healthcare begins with strong leadership, empowered teams, and an unwavering commitment to patient care. My mission as a speaker is to inspire, educate, and equip healthcare professionals to lead with confidence and create thriving organizations. Speaking topics include: • Healthcare Leadership & Organizational Culture • Dental & Medical Practice Growth Strategies • Revenue Cycle Optimization • Building High-Performing Teams • Operational Excellence in Healthcare • Strategic Planning & Business Development • Navigating Change & Practice Transitions • Compliance & Risk Management • Leadership Development & Coaching • Multi-Site Practice Management

Briean Clark is a dynamic leader in the dental industry with over 20 years of experience, ranging from dental assistant to practice management. Her expertise in strategic communication has advanced patient interactions regarding conditions, diagnoses, and scheduling, increasing trust and treatment acceptance.

Carlo Ronci is a dental industry financial expert with a background in running a dental-specific accounting firm, where he developed deep expertise in tax-saving strategies, practice valuations, and buy-side representation. He now leads a sell-side advisory firm exclusively serving dentists, helping practice owners maximize value before going to market, navigate the sale process, and prepare financially in the years leading up to a transition. Carlo speaks on accounting best practices for dental practices, value-maximization strategies, the current practice transition landscape, and the pros and cons of selling to DSOs - giving dentists the clarity and confidence they need to make one of the biggest financial decisions of their careers.

Dr. Catherine Murphy is an expert in holistic dentistry, dedicated to transforming patient care through innovative orthodontic practices. With a passion sparked by her personal journey in improving her son's health.

I help dentists of all specialties achieve financial freedom and independence. I help them build ans protect their wealth.

Dr. Chris Griffin is a leading authority in dental technology and practice efficiency, known for transforming complex concepts into practical solutions for dental professionals. With over two decades of experience.

Cynthia Spirlin, J.D., is a Tax Strategist, Real Estate Investor, and Professional Speaker with 20+ years of experience helping high-income professionals — especially dentists — create freedom beyond the chair.

Daniela Skeen is a sought-after speaker, consultant, and educator who helps dental professionals build scalable, patient-centered practices through strong systems, leadership, and financial clarity.

Dr. Dave Striegel brings over 25 years of experience as a performance coach, consultant, and speaker, blending the science of leadership and team dynamics with real-world application. With a Ph.D. in Applied Sport Psychology.

David Meinz is a nationally recognized health promotion expert who helps dental professionals protect their most valuable assets: their health, longevity, and quality of life. With a Master's degree in Human Nutrition and credentials as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.

Debbie Khedoo is a highly skilled Treatment Coordinator and Consultant with over 20 years of experience in orthodontics. As the owner and founder of Little Deb Consulting, she leverages her extensive background to help practices integrate technology.

Denise Ciardello is a nationally recognized expert in dental leadership, communication, and team development. With decades of experience coaching practices across the country, she specializes in helping dental leaders build accountable, high-performing teams rooted in trust, clarity, and collaboration. Denise is known for her practical approach that transforms workplace culture, elevates patient experiences, and strengthens operational systems.

Dr. Howard Polansky started his career as a dentist, first with the US Navy before transitioning into private practice in Austin, Texas. A life changing event in 2018 made Howard pivot away from dentistry and find a better way to create an impact in this world. Howard’s new path was revealed when the first person he helped took a 30 year mortgage and paid it off in 8 months. Howard now helps families and business owners with a simple financial system, known as the FLiP, so they can dramatically reduce their debt payments on items like mortgages, business loans, car payments, student loans, and even credit card bills. By managing these payments effectively, you maintain your lifestyle, keep more money each month, and achieve your dreams faster.

Dentist by trade, healer by heart — I teach early oral cancer detection because I know firsthand what happens when it's caught too late

• Evan Sampson is Counsel with Post & Schell, P.C. in the firm’s Health Care Practice Group, where he advises dentists and dental organizations on a broad range of regulatory, transactional, and litigation matters. Mr. Sampson brings over a decade of experience in both in-house and outside counsel roles, counseling clients on complex regulatory frameworks, including the Stark Law, the Anti-Kickback Statute, the False Claims Act, corporate practice of dentistry rules, HIPAA privacy issues, Medicare and Medicaid compliance issues, overpayment resolutions, and voluntary self-disclosures under OIG and CMS protocols. In the transactional space, Mr. Sampson has provided diligence and structured agreements for mergers, acquisitions, private equity investments, and management service arrangements. Mr. Sampson's experience includes serving as the General Counsel to the largest dental support organization in New Jersey and a Senior Privacy/Compliance Officer for the largest municipal hospital system in the country. Mr. Sampson currently serves on the Board of Directors and as a Member of the Regulatory Committee of the Health Law Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association.

Joy Lantz, RDH, PHDH, COM, IBCLC, is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator who bridges dentistry, myofunctional therapy, and lactation consulting to transform patient care. With nearly 30 years of clinical and speaking experience.

Dr. Julia Price is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial pathologist who transforms one of dentistry's most clinically critical specialties into engaging, immediately applicable education.

**Katherine Eitel Belt, CSP**, is America’s Unscripted Leadership Communication Coach and an internationally recognized authority on leadership communication. With over 35 years of experience, she has worked with hundreds of organizations across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.—including Procter & Gamble, Care Credit (Synchrony Financial), and Henry Schein—to help leaders create accountable, aligned, and high-performing teams. Katherine’s earned CSP designation—achieved by less than 17% of speakers worldwide—underscores her expertise and impact in the field. Her insights have been featured on podcasts such as The Business of Happiness and The Best Practices Show, in the documentary Women Shaping Dentistry Tomorrow, and on the cover of Dental Entrepreneur Women Magazine. As the author of the upcoming book, *Lead Yourself, Lead Your Team: Three Leadership Conversations That Build Aligned and Accountable Teams*, Katherine empowers business owners, CEOs, and team leaders to achieve total team transformation by mastering her unique Leadership Conversation Trifecta and A.R.C.H. Conversation Framework. To learn more, visit LionSpeak.net.

Kathleen Keller brings 40+ years of expertise in Rehabilitative Pilates, functional movement, myofascial health, and nervous system regulation to dental professionals facing the physical and emotional demands of clinical work.

Kathryn Gilliam, BRDH, BA, MAAOSH, HIAOMT, is the Founder and CEO of PerioLinks, LLC and a nationally recognized dental hygiene educator, consultant, and clinical coach with Inspired Hygiene. With four decades in the field.

Nationally recognized speaker, structural massage therapist, and educator, Katie Pudhorodsky specializes in the muscular contributors to head, neck, and jaw pain. With more than 23 years of experience in private practice and teaching.

Kelly Burns is a dynamic speaker with over 20 years of expertise in Somatic Literacy, coaching, and equity education. She empowers individuals and organizations to enhance resilience and well-being by decoding physical and mental signals.

Kelly Duggan is a distinguished leader in the field of image consulting, serving as the president and founder of Kelly Duggan Image Consulting, LLC, with a career spanning over three decades.

Kyra Rahn is a keynote speaker, storyteller, and decision-making strategist who helps audiences harness the power of authenticity and intuition to create confidence from the inside out. Known as the 'Intuition Gal.'

Lacy Walker, RDH, BS, CDA, FAADH, FAAOSH is a Registered Dental Hygienist, international speaker, author of Choices, and owner of Shared Hygiene LLC. With more than 25 years of experience in dentistry, she has practiced in periodontal, cosmetic, DSO, general private, military, and psychiatric hospital settings, giving her a broad perspective on patient care and the evolving role of the dental hygienist. Lacy is the former Continuing Education Director for A Tale of Two Hygienists podcast and currently serves as Director of Research, Education, and Hygiene Relations for Connect the Dents. She is a Fellow of the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH) and the American Academy of Dental Hygiene (AADH), where she also serves as Public Relations Chair and President. A recognized advocate for oral-systemic health, Lacy has been published in Dimensions of Dental Hygiene, RDH Magazine, DrBicuspid.com, and DACE. Through her speaking, writing, and clinical expertise, she is dedicated to empowering dental professionals with practical, evidence-based education that improves patient outcomes. Lacy can be reached at sharedhygienellc@gmail.com, on social media @lacyrdh and @sharedhygiene, or by visiting sharedhygiene.com.

With 30+ years' experience in clinical practice and business ownership, Dr. Stanleigh's speaking engagements address the challenges of attracting and retaining top-tier team members while fostering a loyal patient base.

Dr. Laura Collatz brings a refreshing, heart-centered approach to well-being in dentistry, blending neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and lived experience to help dental professionals reclaim joy, reduce stress, and foster resilience. A practicing dentist, certified laughter yoga instructor, and trauma-informed coach.

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Dr. Leslie Gordon helps professionals communicate with greater confidence, authenticity, and presence in the moments that matter most. A communication expert, linguist, and executive communication coach.

Leslie brings 40 years of experience to the dental industry, with a particular focus on OMS spanning 32 years, and was a Program Advisor for CareCredit. Leslie is a Certified Professional Coder through AAPC and possesses additional specialty coding certification from AAOMS. She is a certified dental radiographer specializing in CBCT imaging and digital implant workflows. Leslie achieved fellowship with ADIA and actively participates in the Speakers Consulting Network, AAOMS, AADOM, DeW, and ADMC. Leslie is passionate about enhancing dentists' professional journeys by optimizing cash flow through strategic revenue cycle management, leveraging medical benefits, and improving case acceptance rates.

The business should be designed to serve the life you want to live, not consume it.

Dr. Liz Lyster, MD, MPH helps professionals understand how personal health affects work life, relationships, mood, and more — especially as it relates to aging, midlife, and hormonal changes.

Dr. Luan Jackson, PhD, RN, CS is a seasoned speaker, educator, and people-builder who helps professionals strengthen communication, manage stress, and perform effectively under pressure. With more than 35 years of professional speaking experience.

Maria Jackson, MS, CRDH, combines 20+ years in dentistry with a Master’s in Artificial Intelligence to make AI practical, approachable, and relevant for today’s dental professionals.

Dr. Mark Davis helps dentists reclaim their passion for dentistry by turning daily stress into efficiency, balance, and fulfillment. With nearly four decades of experience and ownership of 16 practices.

With over 20 years of experience in practice ownership, Mary Shipp, DDS is a seasoned speaker and coach dedicated to empowering dental business leaders with proven systems and strategies for enhancing culture, increasing production, and driving profitability.

Matt Poepsel, PhD is an author, executive, and educator focused on advancing enlightened leadership in today's evolving world of work. He is the author of 'Expand the Circle: Enlightened Leadership for Our New World.'

Matt Silverman helps leaders close the gap between strategy and consistent execution. An international speaker, author, consultant, and attorney, Matt specializes in building Champions Networks that align teams, strengthen culture, and expand influence.

Michael is the President of Our Future is Kind, where he helps organizations build innovative, productive, and psychologically safe teams through the transformative power of kindness.

Dr. Parul Dua Makkar is a dedicated advocate and educator in the field of oral health, driven by the profound impact of losing her younger brother, Dr. Manu Dua, to oral cancer.

Dr. Caselle is known for his ability to guide dental professionals through the complexities of modern practice. He empowers dentists to embrace uncertainty and adopt new systems and techniques, ultimately leading to more efficient practices.

Ryan M. Sheade, LCSW, brings over two decades of clinical experience to help professionals and communities respond to conflict, imbalance, and silence around life's hardest struggles.

With an MBA, over thirty years of dental management experience, twenty-plus years of coaching dental teams, and forty years married to a general dentist, Sandy Baird brings an unmatched depth of insight into every practice she serves. Her rare “walked in your shoes” perspectives, shaped by both dentist and team-member viewpoints, allow her to deliver practical, results-driven solutions. A passionate speaker, trainer, and consultant, Sandy shares her expertise with dynamic enthusiasm and a commitment to real-world impact. Whether coaching, consulting, or presenting, she helps practices build stronger systems, healthier cultures, and a future defined by greater success, higher rewards, and far less stress.

Dr. Sharona Dayan, DDS, DMSc, is a Harvard-trained periodontist, oral medicine specialist, and published author transforming how dentistry approaches healing. Founder of Aurora Periodontal Care in Beverly Hills.

Sherrie's extensive experience and education in the field make her a valuable resource for dental assistants seeking to enhance their skills and advance their careers. She works closely with dental assistants to provide them with comprehensive training on a wide range of topics, including clinical techniques, comprehensive infection control, dental software with AI and documentation guidelines. Able to customize programs to meet the need of your dental assistants and teams.

Sherrie's extensive experience and education in the field make her a valuable resource for dental assistants seeking to enhance their skills and advance their careers. She works closely with dental assistants to provide them with comprehensive training on a wide range of topics, including clinical techniques, comprehensive infection control, dental software with AI and documentation guidelines. Able to customize programs to meet the need of your dental assistants and teams.

Tasha Dickinson is the founder and chief technologist of Siligent, where she helps dental practices nationwide strengthen their AI, technology and cybersecurity. Drawing on her background in engineering, product design, and hospital consulting, she bridges the gap between clinical care and technical systems—making complex technology simple, secure, and reliable. Before founding Siligent, Tasha managed industrial hardware products, optimized patient workflows at Massachusetts General Hospital, and launched a nonprofit. She holds degrees in Computer Science and Applied Math from Mount Holyoke College, Mechanical Engineering from Dartmouth, and an MBA from Northeastern University. Tasha lives with her husband—a practicing dentist—and their three children.

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Thomas Passalacqua is an ICF certified Executive Coach who specializes in customized professional & business leadership development. With a master’s degree in education, Thomas started his career as a teacher throughout New York City. Having the opportunity to be a founding staff member for multiple new start-up schools, Thomas established programs from the ground up and created the cultural fabric of multiple educational environments. After several years, he then transitioned into dental manufacturing sales, where he was an award-winning consultant and top performer. Thomas trained and mentored other sales professionals, designed sales training programs, and hosted multiple presentations on sales strategy and leadership. Transitioning again a few years later, Thomas was the director of business development for a growing DSO in the Northeast within mergers & acquisitions. During this time of building trusting and lasting relationships and managing multiple sales and marketing programs, Thomas successfully contributed to building a 100+ location, multi-million-dollar management company. Currently, Thomas specializes in empowering dental professionals to operate at their best capacity in his executive coaching and professional training platform, Ascend Professional Pathways LLC. Through his powerful, customized leadership programs, Thomas enables dental professionals to gain clarity and improve their business leadership skills. His clients are empowered to reach the next level in their businesses and careers by navigating the emotional and human side of the profession and better aligning to their goals to ensure success and enjoyment.

Tim McNeely is the only financial professional serving dentists who holds all three elite certifications: CFP, CIMA, and CEPA. Known as The Dental Wealth Guy, Tim translates 20+ years of specialized experience into strategies dental entrepreneurs can use.

Dr. Uzma Ansari is renowned for her exceptional patient care and commitment to advancing dentistry. Beyond her practice, she serves as a mentor and educator to dental professionals globally, sharing her clinical expertise and business acumen.

Dr. Valerie Woo, DMD, is a pediatric dentist, healthcare entrepreneur, and leadership educator who helps high-achieving professionals navigate seasons of transition where responsibilities expand but familiar ways of operating no longer fit.

Dr. Jesek combines common-sense dentistry with an infectious passion for excellence, inspiring dentists to elevate their craft with confidence and consistency. With a focus on comprehensive care for the entire family.

Dr. William J. Moorhead, DMD, known as 'Dr. Checklist,' is a leading expert in enhancing dental practice efficiency and production. He tackles challenges like absenteeism and high overhead with innovative systems and strategies shared nationwide.

Dr. Bill Simon brings over 35 years of hands-on dental experience, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and success. Starting his career as an associate in a struggling Medicaid practice, he built two thriving multi-doctor practices.