ADSO 14th Annual Summit 2025 - Dentistry's Main Event with CEO Andrew Smith

02/17/25 • 31 min

Group Dentistry Now Show: The Voice of the DSO Industry

Welcome to the Group Dentistry Now Show, the voice of the DSO industry! In this episode, host Bill Neumann welcomes back Andrew Smith, CEO of the Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO). They discuss the upcoming 14th Annual ADSO Summit, "Dentistry's Main Event," taking place in San Diego from March 16th to 18th.

Join us as we explore:

Key highlights of the summit, including main stage topics and breakout sessions tailored for DSO leaders and their teams.
Insights into the evolving dental landscape post-COVID, including market trends and growth strategies.
Networking opportunities and special events, including a yacht rock pool party!
The ADSO's ongoing initiatives in government relations, workforce development, and advocacy for licensure portability.

Whether you're a DSO member, industry partner, or simply interested in the future of oral healthcare, this episode is packed with valuable information and insights. Don't miss out on the chance to learn from industry leaders and connect with peers!

Links:

Register for the ADSO Summit: https://www.theadso.org/
Contact ADSO for membership inquiries: [email protected]

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Join us as we explore:

Key highlights of the summit, including main stage topics and breakout sessions tailored for DSO leaders and their teams.
Insights into the evolving dental landscape post-COVID, including market trends and growth strategies.
Networking opportunities and special events, including a yacht rock pool party!
The ADSO's ongoing initiatives in government relations, workforce development, and advocacy for licensure portability.

Links:

Register for the ADSO Summit: https://www.theadso.org/
Contact ADSO for membership inquiries: [email protected]

If you like our podcast, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on iTunes https://apple.co/2Nejsfa and a Thumbs Up on YouTube.

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Dr. Rice discusses the strategic partnership with Apex and Ivoclar, highlighting the impressive growth achieved by participating practices. With insights on balancing clinical excellence with business growth, this episode is packed with valuable information for dental professionals looking to elevate their group practices.

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