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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Bryce Block. Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions of Gen4 Dental Partners (Tempe, Ariz.). Mr. Block has been the vice president of mergers and acquisitions of Gen4 Dental Partners since 2022. He is skilled in financial, data and business analysis. Prior to his current role with Gen4 Dental Partners, Mr. Block served as vice president of corporate development of Urology America.
Bill Klingsporn. CFO of Dental Associates (Milwaukee). Mr. Klingsporn has been the CFO of Dental Associates since 2022. He leads the company's budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and financial analysis. Mr. Klingsporn is skilled in process improvement, financial reporting and accounting.
Brian Mullenix. Vice President of Information Technology of Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry (Cary, N.C.). Mr. Mullenix has been the vice president of information technology of Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry since 2021. He focuses on the development and integration of technology to business functions in dentistry and telehealth. Mr. Mullenix is skilled in healthcare information technology, cybersecurity and clinical operations.
Brian Murphy. Vice President of Operations of Spark Dental Management (West Chester, Pa.). Mr. Murphy has been the vice president of operations of Spark Dental Management since 2022. He is responsible for leading all clinical operations for the company's southern offices. Mr. Murphy has helped Spark Dental Management expand to more than 70 practices across seven states.
Carey Lasher. Vice President of Performance of Independence Dental Services (Dallas). Ms. Lasher has been the vice president of performance of Independence Dental Services since 2021. She is skilled in operations management, health education and management consulting. Ms. Lasher began her career in dentistry as a hygienist and is a member of the American Dental Hygienist Association.
Clint Ellenberg. Chief Administrative Officer of MB2 Dental (Carrollton, Texas). Mr. Ellenberg has been the chief administrative officer of MB2 Dental since 2018. He has helped grow the company to more than 500 affiliated dental offices across the country. Prior to his current role with MB2 Dental, Mr. Ellenberg served as the vice president of operations of Compass Professional Health Services.
Barton Girdwood, DDS. Owner and Orthodontist of Girdwood Orthodontics (Lebanon, Ohio). Dr. Girdwood has been the owner and a practicing orthodontist of Girdwood Orthodontics since founding the practice in 2000. He is skilled in Invisalign technology, clinical research and team building. Dr. Girdwood is also a member of the American Association of Orthodontists.
Byron McKnight, DDS. Owner and Dentist of McKnight Dental (Mesquite, Texas). Dr. McKnight has been the owner and practicing dentist of McKnight Dental since 1981. He has advanced training in restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, implants, and sleep medicine. Dr. McKnight is also a fellow of the American Academy of Dentistry and the International Academy of Dentistry.
Evan Chafitz, DMD. Owner and Dentist of Scarsdale Oral Surgery (Scarsdale, N.Y.). Dr. Chafitz has been the owner and a practicing dentist of Scarsdale Oral Surgery since 1997. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and is trained in all aspects of oral surgery. Dr. Chafitz also previously served as the associate program director of the oral and maxillofacial residency at New York Medical College.
Chase Davis, DDS. Owner and Dentist of Chandler Dental (Chandler, Ariz.). Dr. Davis has been the owner and a practicing dentist of Chandler Dental since 2013. He has experience with cosmetic and restorative dentistry, oral surgery and endodontics. Dr. Davis is also the owner and a dentist of Mesa Dental Family and Cosmetic Dentistry.