In the dynamic world of dental service organizations (DSOs), where maximizing team efficiency, practice profitability, and patient satisfaction are paramount, the annual DSO Leadership Summit shines as a beacon of innovation and collaboration. As it has year after year, the 2024 DSO Leadership Summit provides the essential strategies and insights to navigate the complexities of the modern dental industry. Hosted by HR for Health, the upcoming 9th DSO Leadership Summit is slated to deliver unparalleled insights and networking opportunities for industry leaders striving to optimize operations and foster sustainable growth in their organizations.
How HR for Health is Innovating for Group Dentistry
HR for Health has been a trailblazer in the DSO technology space, revolutionizing HR management far beyond payroll and time-clock basics. Sarah Kersting-Herbert, SVP, Marketing & Events, highlights the company’s recent strides, stating, “Our team is firing on all cylinders to custom build a suite of HR tools that makes managing teams easier for dental group practices as well as one-location dentists.” But HR for Health’s interest in the DSO industry isn’t limited to their own cutting-edge software development, the company also hosts the highly anticipated annual DSO Leadership Summit.
Evolution of the DSO Leadership Summit
From its modest origins with just 40-50 attendees in a hotel conference room in 2015, the DSO Leadership Summit has grown exponentially under HR for Health’s stewardship over the past 5 years. The event now brings more than 600 DSO executives and industry leaders together under one roof. This year the DSO Leadership Summit is coming to the heart of the south, Atlanta, GA. Why cater to a unique segment of the DSO industry—emerging DSOs with 10-100 locations? COO Ralf Tomandl explains, “Focusing all of our efforts on practices under 100 locations allows us to better customize educational sessions for this high-growth segment of the market. We understand that what works for 1,000+ location DSOs is not what works for the budget, teams, and needs of <100 location groups. Our vision is to maximize impact on these emerging groups by tailoring our event experience to them in a way that no other DSO event does.”
Key Themes and Highlights of this Year’s Summit
The 2024 DSO Leadership Summit places a premium on organic same-store growth and maximizing return on investment (ROI) amid evolving market dynamics. “We’re seeing a shift away from mergers and acquisitions towards optimizing existing practice systems to drive more revenue,” Ralf notes. Accordingly, sessions will delve deep into practical strategies for achieving sustainable growth, resonating with DSO CEOs, COOs, and practice owners alike.
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Central to the Summit’s allure is its commitment to peer-powered learning. Attendees benefit from a diverse range of perspectives, from owners of smaller DSOs to leaders of larger organizations. “Learning from each other’s growth journeys is invaluable,” Sarah emphasizes, noting the collaborative spirit that permeates the event. Practical workshops and peer-led discussions empower participants to refine their leadership skills and operational strategies, ultimately fostering a culture of continuous improvement within their teams.
Educational sessions tackle critical industry topics head-on. From combating embezzlement—a rising concern among DSOs—to fortifying cybersecurity measures and optimizing marketing strategies, the DSO Leadership Summit equips attendees with actionable insights. Each session is meticulously curated to address the unique challenges and opportunities facing modern DSOs, ensuring relevance and immediate applicability.
By incorporating interactive workshops and adding 10+ breakout sessions into the conference agenda, DSO professionals will have the opportunity to customize their sessions to their own unique needs and topics of interest. For the first time, the DSO Leadership Summit will offer attendees the opportunity to earn valuable continuing education (CE) credits at pre-event workshops, giving registrants the chance to expand their knowledge and skills while fulfilling their CE requirements. This approach combines professional development with industry networking, creating an unparalleled learning experience.
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10 Reasons You Don’t Want to Miss the 2024 DSO Leadership Summit
The DSO Leadership Summit stands not just as an event but as a cornerstone of the DSO industry’s growth and evolution. By fostering collaboration, innovation, and strategic partnerships, the Summit empowers DSO leaders to drive efficiency and growth within their organizations. As you prepare to chart the future course of your DSO, consider the invaluable opportunities awaiting at the Summit—where knowledge meets inspiration, and connections flourish. Ali Oromchian, JD, LL.M, CEO, extends an invitation to the emerging DSO market, “Join us at this year’s Summit and discover firsthand why it’s not just an event—it’s a catalyst for transformation in the DSO industry.”
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About Ali Oromchian, JD, LL.M.
Co-Founder and CEO, HR for Health, Co-Founder and Attorney, Dental & Medical Counsel
Ali Oromchian JD, LL.M., is a world-renowned employment attorney and one of the nation’s leading legal authorities on medical and dental practice law. He lends his deep legal expertise and unique approach to HR to thousands of dental practices across the United States as the visionary behind dentistry’s only all-in-one HR software: HR for Health. Ali’s innovative approach to HR allows practice owners to put their people operations and HR compliance on autopilot, saving them hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars each year.
Ali wears several hats: as Co-Founder and CEO of HR for Health, founding attorney of the Dental & Medical Counsel, P.C., and an acclaimed thought leader in the dental industry. Nationally recognized as an exceptional speaker and engaging educator who simplifies complex legal and HR topics, he has lectured extensively throughout the United States, including audiences such as the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, Seattle Study Club, and the California Dental Association.
You can connect with Ali directly via LinkedIn here.
About Ralf Tomandl, COO
Ralf Tomandl has enjoyed a varied career in healthcare and dental companies. He has held multiple senior level positions, steering both tech start-ups as well as multi-product companies to success. Currently he is the COO at HR for Health, the leading HR software solution for dental offices in the United States.
Ralf was instrumental in successfully launching the DSO New Patient Division for Futuredontics® in early 2010. Since 2016 he has been advising both DSOs and private equity companies in the nonclinical aspects of the dental industry.
Ralf launched the DSO Leadership Summit®, an annual meeting of dental industry executives, finance, and HR professionals. He is uniquely qualified to offer perspective on how DSOs need to interact with technology solutions to gain efficiency and return on their investments.
You can connect with Ralf directly via LinkedIn here.
About Sarah Kersting-Herbert
Her career includes pivotal roles at top-tier companies, where she has successfully led sales teams, managed high-impact marketing campaigns, and cultivated strong client relationships. Her experience extends to notable dental practice consulting firms and industry-leading revenue cycle management organizations. At HR for Health, Sarah leverages her expertise to drive adoption for HR SaaS solutions that reduce employment lawsuits and increase efficiency for dental teams and practice owners.
Sarah’s strategic vision and leadership skills make her a key driver of business success and market expansion. Sarah’s personal core values center around servant leadership and embracing never-ending learning, which is apparent through multiple online certifications in marketing and disruptive innovation from Northwestern University, Stanford University, and Harvard Business School. You can connect with Sarah directly via LinkedIn here.
HR for Health
HR for Health is the dedicated HR solution for dental practices. We simplify complex healthcare HR tasks, empowering both seasoned HR professionals and busy office managers. Our team of healthcare and legal experts is committed to your compliance and creating a positive workplace culture. By automating time-consuming processes and providing expert guidance, we help dental practices save money, time, and improve company culture while mitigating legal risks.