Dental Operations Symposium 2025

Smart Systems, Leadership, and AI for Business Growth

Dallas, Texas
August 20–22, 2025

Complete Schedule

Three days of executive-level insights, strategic implementation, and transformational growth

Featured Focus

This symposium emphasizes AI integration, leadership development, and practical operational strategies for dental service organizations (DSOs) and dental practices.

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Welcome Events & Networking

Welcome Reception

Sidecar Social, Frisco

Kick off the symposium with premium refreshments, light bites, and strategic networking with fellow dental leaders and industry experts.

📍
Sidecar Social Frisco, TX
View Map

OverJet Sponsoring Dinner

Exclusive networking event with premium refreshments and interactive discussions on key symposium insights.

📍
Tupelo Honey Frisco, TX
View Map

Thursday, August 21, 2025

Main Conference Day

Executive Breakfast & Networking

Premium breakfast service with dedicated networking time for strategic discussions and relationship building.

Opening Remarks

Symposium Hosts

Welcome address and symposium overview with key objectives and expected outcomes for attendees.

Taking Confusion Out of KPIs – Simplify the Why, How, When, and Who

Teresa Williams, Charles Loretto

Strategic framework for implementing meaningful KPIs that drive operational excellence and sustainable business growth.

Leadership vs. Management at Every Level – Asking the Right Questions

Dr. Charles Moser & Santosh Patel

Executive insights on developing leadership capabilities and management systems throughout your organization.

Sponsor Highlights & Strategic Break

Explore innovative solutions from industry-leading partners and enjoy refreshments.

Interviewing, Performance Reviews & Talent Acquisition

Santosh Patel & Bonnie Thompson

Advanced strategies for building high-performing teams and optimizing human capital investments.

Executive Lunch

Curated dining experience with continued networking opportunities and strategic discussions.

Prioritizing, Planning, and Time-Blocking Your Day

Dr. Michael Fooshée

Executive productivity systems for maximizing strategic impact and operational efficiency.

Critical Conversations Role Play – Real Scenarios

Dr. Charles Moser & Teresa Williams

Interactive workshop addressing challenging leadership situations with practical, actionable solutions.

Strategic Break

Time for reflection, informal discussions, and sponsor interactions.

AI Today and Tomorrow – Transforming Dental Operations: 8 Core AI Systems for Your DSO

Dr. Kathryn Alderman

Strategic implementation of AI systems to elevate efficiency, patient experience, and business growth in dental operations.

Executive Success Stories: Career Advancement Strategies

Ray Caruso, Leslie Soto, Suzanne B. Jackson

Insights from top executives on career progression and leadership development in dental organizations.

Day One Closing Remarks

Key takeaways synthesis and preview of Day Two strategic sessions.

Western-Themed Executive Reception

Western-Themed Social – Bring Yer Boots & Hats, Concrete Cowboy

Saddle up for our boot-stompin’ Western Social! Pull on your cowboy hat, grab your boots, and join us for two hours of Texas-sized fun, minglin’, and a little frontier flair.

Sunbit After Party

When the dust settles, the party keeps ridin’! Sunbit’s buyin’ the next round at our Sunbit After Party – right after the social. Stick around for cocktails, conversation, and the kind of networking you just can’t lasso anywhere else.

📍
Pete's Dueling Piano Bar Frisco, TX
View Map
Grateful to Sunbit for sponsoring this event

Friday, August 22, 2025

Implementation & Strategic Planning

Executive Breakfast & Strategic Discussions

Morning networking with focus on implementation planning and strategic partnerships.

Day Two Opening & Day One Recap

Strategic synthesis of Day One insights and focus for final day implementation sessions.

Accountability – Holding Yourself and Your Team to Excellence

Dr. Charles Moser

Building accountability systems that drive consistent performance and sustainable organizational growth.

Implementing Technology and Getting Field Buy-In – Real Change Management

Dr. Kathryn Alderman, Santosh Patel

Executive strategies for driving successful technology adoption by aligning teams, managing resistance, and delivering measurable results.

Executive Panel: Ask Me Anything

Expert Panel

Open forum for strategic questions with candid advice and practical takeaways from industry leaders.

Final Closing Remarks & Strategic Next Steps

Action planning and implementation roadmap for sustained growth and operational excellence.

Thank You to Our Strategic Partners

Supporting innovation and excellence in dental operations

Our AMAZING Sponsors

Partner 1 Partner 2 Partner 3 Partner 4 Partner 5 Partner 6 Partner 7 Partner 8 Partner 9 Partner 10 Partner 11 Partner 12 Partner 13 Partner 14 Partner 15 Partner 1 Partner 2 Partner 3 Partner 4 Partner 5 Partner 6 Partner 7 Partner 8 Partner 9 Partner 10 Partner 11 Partner 12 Partner 13 Partner 14 Partner 15