Brenda McNulty has 30+ years of dental experience starting as a dental assistant and working through multiple positions in the dental space.  She is the owner of DSO Facts, a fractional training officer company based out of Colorado that focuses on training, implementation, processes, and accountability. Brenda’s expertise is to build relationships with your patients and teams using a TRANSFORMATION, not transactional, approach.  She creates increased profitability by establishing systems for practices that focus on the talents of each team member. Brenda has spoken at several major dental events. She’s a member of American Association of Dental Office Management, Speaker/Consultant Alliance, Academy of Dental Management Consultants, Dental Entrepreneur Woman, DVIN, Speaker Connection Network, and Women in DSO.

A Fellow and long-standing member of the American Association of Dental Office Managers (AADOM), a coach for Front Office Academy, and an ADA Certified Coder, Brittany has revolutionized dental practices by optimizing Open Dental Software, minimizing accounts receivable, maximizing insurance reimbursement, and implementing efficient onboarding protocols.

Her expertise also extends to leading successful Open Dental Conversions and managing practice acquisitions.

Beyond the office, Brittany is the host of the Dental Decoders Podcast and a sought-after keynote speaker, where she shares her practical insights into dental operations. A proud mom of two and a fur baby, she enjoys reading, exploring with her family, and belting out Taylor Swift tunes off-key.

Her holistic approach to leadership makes her a luminary in the dental community.

With an MBA and over a decade of corporate consulting experience, Dale enjoys working with teams to solve their most complex business and technology challenges. He has experience in work effectively with stakeholders from the front line to the c-suite and is passionate about leveraging Lean Six Sigma principles to orchestrate people, process, technology and metrics to help organizations become more successful. 

Recently Dale joined forces with his wife, Katrina Sanders, and now they are on a joint mission to positively impact the world around them through delivering the best dental and business education that empowers clinicians and improves patient outcomes.

Dr. Mendelson is the Founder of Metamorphosis Coaching and a former Resident Faculty member with Spear Education. His journey, shaped by resilience after becoming medically disabled from clinical practice, has led him to inspire thousands of leaders and dental teams through transformative coaching and consulting. 🌟

With nearly 20 years of experience and multiple advanced certifications, Dr. Mendelson specializes in fostering growth, excellence, and happiness within private practices, DSOs, and dental organizations. His first online course debuted this month, and his upcoming book will be released next year! 📚

As a leading expert in Fixed Full Arch Dentistry, Greg has spent over a decade transforming implant practices into Full Arch powerhouses.

Founder of GnA Consult, Greg’s expertise includes optimizing patient acquisition, improving treatment case acceptance, and coaching teams on lead calls. His actionable insights have empowered dental practices to maximize their Full Arch potential, improve their EBITDA, and increase their practice valuation.

Greg’s journey began with the successful launch of Neodent into the U.S. market for Straumann Group and he’s since helped practices across the country achieve transformative growth. He’s also the host of The Tooth Sleuth Podcast, where he shares even more of his knowledge with dental professionals.

Kara is the founder and CEO of Clinical HR LLC, specializing in HR systems for dental and medical practices. She helps leaders develop employee policies, strengthen team engagement, and implement competitive rewards systems. Kara holds SHRM-SCP and SPHR certifications and is also certified in Everything DiSC Workplace and Five Behaviors.

Her passion for HR began while pursuing a degree in Marketing, which led her to earn a B.S. in Business with a focus on HR Management. A dedicated lifelong learner, Kara serves as Co-Chair of the Mentorship Committee for Austin SHRM and President of the National Speakers Association Austin chapter. She also founded the ADMC Memorial Foundation and the Dental Leadership Mindset Facebook group, providing HR support for practice leaders.

Links: 

• IG: @clinicalhrllc
• Web: https://www.clinicalhr.com/

Katherine is the Founder & CEO of LionSpeak Communication, an international speaker, author, and performance coach who’s transformed the way professionals approach unscripted, courageous conversations.

For over 35 years, Katherine has empowered thousands of dental professionals, keynoted globally, and worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, including CareCredit, Henry Schein, Pacific Dental Services, and more. Her award-winning coaching helps teams communicate with clarity, courage, and inspiration—whether in the treatment room, boardroom, or on stage.

Katherine is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), a 2023 “Speaker of the Year,” and was recently featured in the documentary Women Shaping Dentistry Tomorrow. Her upcoming book, Courageous Conversations, launches Spring 2025! 

A clinical dental hygienist, author and international speaker, Katrina is passionate about elevating the dental profession by creating an undeniable movement that educates, encourages, and empowers the profession to rise in its power. Known as the “Dental WINEgenist™,” she pairs her desire for excellence in the dental industry with her knowledge and passion for wine. She is the Clinical Liaison for Hygiene Excellence at AZPerio, founder of Sanders Board Preparatory and has been published in various publications including RDH Magazine and Today’s RDH. Recently, Katrina proudly received the University of Minnesota Distinguished Alumni Award and Sunstar GUM Award of Distinction. @TheDentalWINEgenist

With more than 22 years of experience in dental, Kyle L. Summerford has a unique approach to case presentation and patient acceptance. As an OM and financial dental consultant, he leverages his knowledge to assist new and struggling dental practices. Through his education programs, Kyle empowers staff members with effective patient education skills and persuasion techniques. He has lectured at CE events and academic institutions. His expertise is further recognized through his column, Dental Coding with Kyle. He’s the founder of the Dental Office Managers Community. 

As Co-Founder of Wonderist Agency + Your Virtual Consult, Laura has spent the last 11+ years helping dentists grow their practices through innovative marketing, all while building an incredible team culture. Based in sunny San Diego with a team of 50+, Wonderist is now one of the largest privately-owned dental marketing agencies. Their success is no surprise, given their commitment to culture, earning accolades like the Inc. 5000 and Best Places to Work for multiple years.

When she’s not on stage inspiring dentists, Laura is a mom to three energetic kids, a Board Director for the San Diego County Dental Foundation, and a lover of boating, wine, and coffee.

Laura Nelson is an esteemed entrepreneur, speaker, author, and a leading figure in the dental industry. As founder of Front Office Rocks, she’s transformed online dental training with resources designed to enhance front office capabilities, ensuring top-notch patient care and efficient practice management. Her leadership has established Front Office Rocks as a premier source of practical training in the dental community.

Beyond dental education, Laura is committed to fostering a more inclusive industry, particularly by promoting sober choices. Along with her co-founder, she started Sober Life Rocks to support sober-friendly events, encouraging inclusive and healthy social spaces. This initiative underscores Laura’s dedication to well-being and inclusivity, marking her as a true leader and innovator in the dental field.

Sean Hamel is a seasoned dental marketing professional and Founder & CEO at Art of Dental Marketing. Art of Dental Marketing (ADM) is dentistry's premier story-based marketing agency. Sean and his team specialize in crafting captivating narratives that help dental practices attract, engage, and retain patients. His team of skilled storytellers and marketers collaborates closely with each practice to uncover their unique stories and create emotional connections within their local community. With a comprehensive suite of services, including web design, organic and local SEO, AdWords, video marketing, and creative direction and ground marketing strategies, ADM has helped hundreds of dental practices achieve unprecedented growth.