The dental industry is a fascinating space with regional and national dental service organizations growing rapidly.
Below is a list of 10 leaders who have made a positive impact on their organizations and have their sights set on future growth.
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Thomas von Sydow. COO of Cornerstone Dental Specialists (Irvine, Calif.). Mr. von Sydow has been the chief operating officer at Cornerstone Dental Specialists since 2018. In his role at Cornerstone, he is responsible for analyzing operations, evaluating performance and determining areas of cost reduction. Mr. von Sydow also manages the operational aspects of all three divisions at Cornerstone Dental Specialists.
Justin Coke. CEO of 7 to 7 Dental & Orthodontics (San Antonio). Mr. Coke is the CEO at 7 to 7 Dental and Orthodontics. He has helped grow and expand the company to eight locations across San Antonio, Selma, and Cibolo. In addition, Mr. Coke is a managing partner of the company and has been with 7 to 7 Dental & Orthodontics since 2007.
Oussama Founas. DDS and Founder of Dentologie (Chicago). Dr. Founas is one of the founders of Dentologie, which was established in 2012. The company is centered around providing a strong line of communication with their patients and creating strong relationships. Dr. Founas has helped to grow Dentologie into four locations across the Chicago area.
Greg White, DDS. Owner of White, Greer, Maggard Orthodontics; President and CEO, PepperPointe Partnerships (Lexington, Ky.). Dr. White has been an owner of White, Greer, Maggard Orthodontics since 1991, when he bought the first practice. What started with two offices has grown to nearly 20 locations across Kentucky. In 2017, Dr. White also became president and CEO at PepperPointe Partnerships, a DSO committed to a patient-first mentality..
Scotte Hudsmith. Chairman Emeritus of Smile Doctors (Georgetown, Texas). Mr. Hudsmith was the CEO at Smile Doctors for five years between 2014-19 before becoming the chairman emeritus. One of his main responsibilities at Smile Doctors is to assist the team execute their mission, vision, and values alongside helping the business grow. In January 2022, Mr. Hudsmith also became the CEO at US Endo Partners.
Adam Arnette. Chief Marketing Officer of Jefferson Dental Clinics (Dallas). Mr. Arnette has been the chief marketing officer at Jefferson Dental Clinics since 2018. He is responsible for creating an optimal experience for customers and helping the company reach their maximum growth potential. Mr. Arnette is a leader in direct-to-consumer marketing and has led many successful marketing campaigns at Jefferson Dental Clinics.
Roshan Parikh, DDS. President of dntl BAR (New York City). Dr. Parikh became president and CEO of Dntl Bar in 2022. He is responsible for helping the company uphold and promote their overarching goal of serving the customers rather than providers and insurance companies. Dr. Parikh was previously the head of dentistry at Walmart, where he grew the division to more than 13 locations.
Raj Mangalick. Vice President of Business Development of The Smilist (New York City). Mr. Mangalick has served as the vice president of business development of The Smilist since 2018. He helps to grow and expand The Smilist to more locations and offices. Mr. Mangalick is also a part of the mergers and acquisitions team at the company.
Brian Mans. Executive Vice President of Development of United Dental Partners (Chicago). Mr. Mans has been the executive vice president of development at United Dental Partners since 2020. He has performed over 4,000 dental practice valuations over the past six years. Through those valuations, Mr. Mans has personally acquired more than $60 million in revenue with his approach.
Mitch Ellingson. Chief Clinical Officer of Gen4 Dental Partners (Tempe, Ariz.). Dr. Ellingson has been the Chief Clinical Officer at Gen4 Dental Partners since 2021. He is responsible for planning new ways to improve morale and patient outcomes. Dr. Elligson has helped turn Gen4 Dental Partners into one of the fastest growing and most innovative DSOs in the country.