Executive Moves

David Manzanares, DDS, was elected second vice president of the American Dental Association Oct. 15.

Revere Partners, the first independent venture capital fund for oral health companies, recently announced its team of investors and associates.  

Dental laser company Biolase appointed Russell Morrow, DDS, as its chief dental officer, effective November 1.

Teledentistry company SmileDirectClub appointed Azmat Ali vice president of product.

Several DSOs appointed new C-suite leaders, and two dental schools will soon get new deans. Here are 10 recent dental leadership moves: 

Atlanta-based D4C Dental Brands appointed John Williamson COO.

Several DSOs have added C-suite leaders to support their expansion and development efforts.

Chicago-based DSO Bright Direction Dental promoted Nisheeth Singh to the role of CEO. 

Chicago-based Phase 1 Equity appointed Kristen Cusack CEO. 

Five members joined the dental advisory board at Quip, an oral health company. The board was developed by Dr. Maha Yakob, senior director of clinical and scientific affairs of Quip.