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Leading with Influence

April 04, 2025 • Jonathan Bonanno / Melissa Turner • Season 3 • Episode 10

What does it take to be a true thought leader in the dental industry? This week on The Chief Psycho Podcast, we sit down with Melissa K. Turner—a visionary executive, consultant, speaker, and industry disruptor who has reshaped the landscape of dentistry through innovation, advocacy, and influence.

As the industry's first Chief Hygiene Officer and a driving force behind brands from startups to billion-dollar companies, Melissa has mastered the art of leading with influence. She co-founded The Denobi Awards and the National Mobile & Teledentistry Conference, serves as a senior executive at Cellerant Consulting Group, and is a champion for inclusivity through LGBTQ+ Dental Professionals. She’s also the host of I, Woman, a podcast empowering female entrepreneurs to step into their power.

In this episode, we explore:
🔥 The power of influence in an ever-evolving industry
🔥 How to shape trends instead of just following them
🔥 The intersection of innovation, inclusivity, and leadership
🔥 The future of dentistry and why bold voices matter

This conversation is packed with game-changing insights for anyone looking to make an impact. Tune in now—this is one episode you won’t want to miss!

🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!

Links:

IG: @thetoothgirl
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100024424505145
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissakturner/

Alright, podcasters—that’s a wrap on this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast! If you got something out of today’s convo, do me a favor—share it, tag us, and keep the conversation going.

Remember, entrepreneurship isn’t just about the grind—it’s about the growth. Stay bold, stay human, and keep pushing the limits.

Catch you next time. Until then—keep it psycho.

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