Laurie Guest, CSP
Laurie Guest, CSP, has over 24 years of healthcare experience. Her experience with direct patient care as well as marketing and management is what makes Laurie a favorite speaker among healthcare audiences.
Laurie is a member of the National Speakers Association and is a Certified Speaking Professional, a designation held by less than 10% of speakers worldwide. To earn this distinguished honor, Laurie speaks to thousands of people each year and consistently receives stellar ratings. Her ability to blend real-life examples with proven action steps, is the reason over three-quarters of her clients ask for an encore appearance.
Paul Edwards
Paul is the co-founder of CEDR Solutions. Paul has over twenty years of experience in management, is an expert in HR, and specializes in solving employee issues within dental practices. Paul is a feature writer for The Profitable Dentist, and speaks regularly at dental and employment education seminars across the country.
Merikay Tillman, MS
Merikay is known as Ms. Happy and The Communication Expert inspiring audiences to make positive change in their life and career. She has been involved in dentistry all her life, her father was a periodontist and as a former dental assistant and office manager she understands the stress and demands of running a dental practice. Becoming a dentist wasn’t in the cards, so she followed her passion of helping others by becoming a multi—course certified Dale Carnegie instructor, adjunct chaplain and healthcare consultant. She is an award winning speaker and dedicated to coaching professionals on how to improve communications and relationships to positively impact team performance and the patient experience.
Debbie Castagna and Virginia Moore
Virginia Moore and Debbie Castagna are known for their business acumen and results-oriented focus who know how to get to the root of a problem….fast! They have proven time and time again, to consulting clients across the country that running a successful dental practice does not have to be so challenging. Utilizing proven methods and an enjoyable and entertaining learning style, their aim is to educate and evoke actions that achieve positive results.
Virginia and Debbie have appeared in Dentistry Today’s list of Leaders in Consulting every year since 2005, and regularly speak to audiences worldwide. They have co-authored 9 books on practice management topics as well as numerous articles, and are Past Presidents of the prestigious Academy of Dental Management Consultants.
Patti DiGangi, BS, RDH
Patti DiGangi is a vision-driven person finding strength and direction from her inner convictions. Her energetic, thought provoking and successful program development shines a bright light for others to preview the future and find their place in it. As a still practicing clinician, she brings experience and news-you-can-use to her work.
Patti is an American Dental Association Current Dental Terminology (CDT) Licensee currently writing a book on insurance coding. She is a certified presenter through the Academy of General Dentistry National Speaker’s Bureau for Periodontal Disease and a member of multiple key opinion leader boards and the Advisory Board for the Dr. Samuel D. Harris National Museum of Dentistry. She is a member of the National Speaker’s Association working toward her Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) credential.
Teresa Duncan, MS, FADIA, FAADOM
Teresa is an international speaker who focuses on revenue & management issues. She is a Fellow of the American Assn of Dental Office Managers. Her memberships include the American Academy of Dental Consultants, National Speakers Association and the Academy of Dental Management Consultants. She holds a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Management.
Howard Farran, DDS, MBA
Howard Farran, DDS, MBA, is a practicing dentist & noted international lecturer with
over two decades of experience. He graduated from UMKC School of Dentistry, and
earned his MBA from ASU. He is the Founder & CEO of Dentaltown Magazine and
Dentaltown.com, and has authored many articles and video series.
Melinda Heryford, MBA
While working in dentistry over the last three decades Melinda understands what it takes to make a dental practice successful. The practice that excels is the one with the most present and clear leadership, specific step-by-step business systems, and a team that holds themselves accountable for executing the specific routines for improved results and growth. Melinda is known as the “Practice Implementer,” in practice development strategies and implementing best business practices in four specific areas: practice systems, empowered people, financial acumen, and satisfied patients.
Melinda brings her business expertise along with years of practical experience to inspire change and transformation. Melinda’s primary focus is building dental teams that produce outstanding results. Her system for developing doctors, employees and managers, is based on acquiring core practice knowledge and building leadership, communication and relationship skills, for Exceptional Performance.
Melinda holds an M.B.A. from the School of Management, University of California, Davis.
Kim McGuire
As an Executive Coach for Fortune Management, Kim McGuire brings over 15 years of leadership experience in sales and marketing to the Denver Dental community. Kim coaches Dental teams to understand and prioritize ‘what’s most important’, create accountability, as well as incorporate the financial policies and office procedures necessary for the practice to run smoothly and efficiently.
Kim believes the coach-client relationship works best when it is co-managed–mutual trust, respect, open communication, and dedication to success – so that learning and growth are maximized. Her dedication to Vision-based strategic planning creates a strong, supportive work environment focused on truly embracing the mission of the Doctor.
An energetic speaker, Kim leads workshops on topics such as Goal Setting, Case Presentation and Enrollment, Impact Marketing, Time Economics, Staff Accountability and Leadership. Participants will walk away with practical business solutions as well as a better understanding of how to communicate more effectively in their personal lives.
Sandy Pardue
Sandy Pardue is an energetic and highly competent lecturer, author, and consultant in the area of dental practice management. She is known for her entertaining style that motivates dental teams with practical, yet informative information that they can relate to. Her comprehensive and interesting approach to dental office systems, offers a refreshing point of view on how to become more efficient and productive in a dental practice. Sandy has personally trained hundreds of dental teams on the business of dentistry, which includes concrete solutions that increase productivity, profitability and job satisfaction. Dentistry Today Magazine has recognized her as a leader in Dental Consulting-Speaker for the past eleven consecutive years. Her informative articles have been published in the top dental publications and she has lectured at major dental conferences throughout the U.S.
C. Ray Coleman, D.D.S.
Ray Coleman graduated from Brigham Young University in 1985 with a bachelor’s degree in Zoology. After graduating, he continued his education at the Oklahoma University College of Dentistry. Since graduating in 1989, he has been in private practice in Salt Lake City and practices all facets of general dentistry.
Dr. Coleman’s postgraduate education has focused on endodontics, cosmetic procedures, and implants. He has developed a profitable general practice that allows a high level of patient care and accepts most insurance plans. His business experience extends beyond his dental practice— Dr. Coleman is also involved in a number of domestic and international businesses.
Dr. Coleman and his wife, Michelle, have five incredible children with whom he enjoys spending his free time. He also serves the community as a Junior Jazz basketball coach and is active in the Boy Scouts. His hobbies include skiing, golf, and fly fishing. Dr. Coleman is also a partner in Grizzly Hackle, a premier fly-fishing outfitter of Missoula, Montana, which has provided hundreds of guided trips over the past 10 years.
Laura Edwards
Laura Edwards has been assisting healthcare clients in the use of technology to improve business operations and cash flow for 15 years. As Marketing Director for OneMind Health, Ms. Edwards is responsible for developing, establishing and maintaining marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives.
Prior to joining OneMind Health, she served as Product Marketing Manager for HCPro, a leading provider of integrated information, education, training, and consulting products and services in the vital areas of healthcare regulation and compliance. She also served in sales and marketing roles for Payerpath (acquired by Misys/Allscripts), Quadramed and NDCHealth (now McKesson’s RelayHealth division). Prior to entering the field of healthcare technology marketing, she worked as a clinical dietitian and department manager at Chippenham and St. Mary’s Hospitals in Richmond.
Ms. Edwards earned a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, completed a clinical graduate program at The Medical College of Virginia and attended graduate programs at University of Richmond. She maintains her credential as a Registered Dietitian (R.D.) with the American Dietetic Association.
Katherine Eitel
Katherine Eitel is the creator of The Lioness Principle™ , a unique and powerful leadership concept for corporations, dental and
healthcare practices, and progressive individuals looking to access their full
potential. An inspirational keynote speaker, workshop leader,
corporate trainer, and personal performance coach, she specializes in
extraordinary leadership and high-level communication skills and is known for
her interactive and high-energy connections with audiences and
clients. Katherine helps businesses and individuals discard their old,
tired scripts and access instinctive greatness to improve personal performance,
employee development skills, telephone technique, marketing and sales results,
speaking and training skills, and customer service.
Linda Harvey, RDH, MS, LHRM
As a nationally recognized healthcare risk manager and compliance expert, Linda Harvey teaches dentists and teams how to effectively integrate regulatory compliance into their practices in order to protect their patients, practices and themselves. Linda speaks and consults in the areas of risk management, regulatory compliance, remediation courses and dental record audits.
For over 10-years, she has provided remediation services and courses to fulfill regulatory requirements. She brings real-world experience to her presentations, having worked with clients who have undergone HIPAA, OSHA and Board of Dentistry audits. Clients who use her services mitigate liability, restore peace of mind and ultimately save money.
Paul Homoly, DDS, CSP
Dr. Paul Homoly, DDS, CSP, is a world-class leader in dental education. As a comprehensive, restorative dentist and acclaimed educator for over twenty-five years, he is known for his innovative and practical approach to dentistry.
He has authored the best-selling books Dentists: An Endangered Species; Isn’t it Wonderful When Patients Say “Yes!”; Making it Easy for Patients to say “Yes!” ; Just Because You’re Leading … Doesn’t Mean They’ll Follow, and Just Because You’re An Expert … Doesn’t Make You Interesting.
Paul also created and wrote the on-line curriculum and iTunes app Case Acceptance for Everyday Dentistry and co- created the iTunes app DDS GP YES.
While devoting his full time focus to coaching, authoring and innovating, he remains a current member of the American Dental Association, The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, The North Carolina Dental Society and is licensed to practice dentistry in the great state of North Carolina.
Dr. Homoly successfully leads The Sirona Speakers Academy and holds the highest earned designation in professional speaking – Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) – from the National Speakers Association. Fewer than ten percent of professional speakers are distinguished at the CSP level. He is the first and only dentist in the world to earn this designation.
Dr. Paul Homoly is President of Homoly Communications Institute. Its focus is coaching high performance dental teams while advancing communication in dentistry, worldwide. Paul’s unique process helps dentists master their practice, giving them more freedom in their work and life.
Cathy Jameson, PhD
Cathy Jameson is the founder & Chief Visionary Officer of Jameson Management, an international dental management, marketing and hygiene coaching firm. The Jameson Method of Management, developed by Cathy, offers proven management, marketing and hygiene systems for helping dental professionals improve their practices. Cathy earned a bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and then a Master’s Degree in psychology from Goddard College; she recently received her doctorate from Walden University. She considers herself a life long learner and encourages those around her to be in a constant state of study, growth and action. She is the author of several books, including her latest title published by Quintessence, Success Strategies for the Aesthetic Dental Practice co-authored with Dr. Linda Greenwall.
Fred Joyal
Fred Joyal is the Founder of 1-800-DENTIST® and author of Everything is Marketing: The Ultimate Strategy for Dental Practice Growth. As the industry’s foremost expert on dental consumer marketing, Fred has lectured at dental tradeshows nationwide and is a regular contributor to various print and online publications. He has also been awarded the Conrad Hilton Distinguished Entrepreneur Award by Loyola Marymount University, as well as an honorary Doctorate of Arts from the University of Rhode Island, and he sits on the board of directors for The Children’s Dental Center of Greater Los Angeles. In addition, Fred has written over 200 television and radio commercials and interacted with thousands of the most successful dentists across the country. Fred also writes a weekly dental marketing blog at GoAskFred.com, where he posts weekly with new ideas and changes and in marketing, social media and the dental world
Linda Marek
Linda Marek is the Vice President of Paragon Management Associates, a practice management firm specializing in dentistry. She graduated from the University of Detroit with Dental Hygiene and business degrees. Linda held positions of increasing responsibility in successful dental practices from dental hygienist, dental assistant, business coordinator, and public relations director, as well as in the sale of dental supplies. Linda has been consulting for the past 28 years and has facilitated and guided over 500 dental offices to create a dynamic collaboration, based on excellence and ethics, between the dental team and the dental patient.
Kelly McLendon
Kelly McLendon is a well known consultant and industry expert in patient privacy and HIPAA security, with specific subject matter expertise in the areas of privacy incident, detection and automation. He is also an industry expert in legal health records, HIM operations, electronic document management and EHR project planning. Kelly is a frequent industry speaker and recently authored a book for AHIMA entitled "The Legal Health Record; Regulations, Policies and Guidelines." He received the FHIMA Distinguished Member Award in 2008 and the AHIMA Visionary Award in 2003. Kelly serves as Technical Advisor and HIPAA subject matter expert for Stericycle’s HIPAA Compliance Program.
Sonny Mortensen
Sonny Mortensen and his team at Weave have been instrumental in streamlining front-end processes for thousands of dental offices in North America. His education in Business Management and Marketing, were a great start, but his real life experience at the helm of five high growth, fast paced ventures speaks for itself. He is an experienced speaker with regular engagements at dental gatherings all over the US. He loves the dental professionals he "rubs shoulders with" and strives to better everyone and everything within his sphere of influence.
Jim Philhower
Jim is a 29 year veteran of the dental industry. His career includes 12 years in the field working with dentists and their teams, 6 years as a Regional Manager and the past 11 years in the corporate offices of Henry Schein Dental. Jim coaches managers and sales leaders throughout the U.S. Canada and Europe on the techniques to help dentists reach their practice goals. Jim lectures nationally to thousands of dentists and dental team members on ways to increase profitability, efficiencies, productivity and lower practice overhead.
Ali Oromchian, JD, LL.M
Ali Oromchian, JD, LL.M. is the founding attorney of the Dental & Medical Counsel, PC law firm and is renowned for his expertise in legal matters pertaining to dentists, including, but not limited to, practice transitions, employment law, estate planning, partnership agreements and lease negotiations. He is the co-founder of the best-of-class human resources company, HR for Health, dedicated to improving the lives of all healthcare professionals by ensuring their compliance with constantly changing and complex employment laws. He also serves as a legal consultant for numerous health care practice management firms who rely on his expertise for their client’s businesses. Ali has lectured extensively throughout the United States, including the American Dental Association, California Dental Association and Hawaiian Dental Society meetings, to name a few.
