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Summit for Pediatric Dentists & Orthodontists
JW Marriott | San Antonio, Texas
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What To Expect
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Exclusively for pediatric dentists, orthodontists, and teams, the Pediatric Dental Growth Summit is a one-of-a-kind event all about business growth! This summit is specifically designed to help you and your team expand your knowledge and skills in key areas such as scheduling, systems, practice growth strategies, team building, as well as internal, social, ground, and digital marketing.
With insights and tips that you can implement right away, you'll also get to network with fellow pediatric dentists, orthodontists & teams, and share your own experiences and challenges.
You'll come away with a renewed sense of purpose and excitement for the future of your practice!
- Scheduling, systems and practice growth strategies
- Internal, social, ground, and digital marketing
- Building a great team & culture
- Adding associates & contracts
San Antonio, Tx
8:00 AM-3:00 PM
10 CE Credits
Happy Hour will be held on 9/17 from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm
breakfast & lunch provided
Registration Information
First ticket
discounted group registration avalable
The Summit will be held at the stunning JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa in San Antonio, Texas! Spa, Golf Courses, Activities, & more - combine work and vacation with a great group! Pediatric dentists, orthodontists, and teams are welcome!
The last Summit was sold out with 200+ attendees and an active waitlist. If you are planning to attend, please register ASAP to secure your seat!
Group Room Rate $309/night (Discounted from $550/night!)
Room Block Dates
Rooms are based on availability. Once you register, you'll receive a welcome email with the room block link!
Meet the Founders
Malika Azargoon
Consultant, Founder, & Principal of Zar Dental Consulting
With over 20 years as a professional in the dental industry, Malika Azargoon has established herself as a top dental management consultant in the DC Metro area. Her initial plan was to pursue a career in dentistry, but as her family grew, her focus and passion shifted from building her own practice to helping others create and grow theirs. Zar Dental Consulting now serves over 100 different practices fueled by Malika’s commitment to client-focused, results-driven best practices. Dentists and their teams find that Malika “speaks their language” and understands their different pain points. For this reason, she has been named the “Dental Therapist” and “Team Whisperer.”
Minal Sampat
Best Selling Author, Speaker, Marketing Strategist, Social Media Coach, Founder of Minal Sampat LLC, Marketologist® & CE on The Beach™, Co-Founder of the Pediatric Dental Marketing Course
Minal Sampat is a best-selling author, speaker, marketing strategist, social media coach, and a pediatric dental hygienist. She was born in India, grew up in St. Thomas, and now lives in Washington state with her husband and an extensive shoe collection. Minal launched her first company by breaking a Guinness world record and since then has worked with hundreds of dental practices to increase production while decreasing marketing expenditure. Her business growth & marketing strategies have not only been featured in industry press but also on Forbes.com..not once, not twice...but 8 times in the last 3 years!
Is the Summit the Right Move for You?
Whether you're a pediatric dentist, orthodontist, or a member of a pediatric team, this Summit is designed specifically for you. This is why we highly recommend that both the dentist and decision-makers for the practice attend with the team, as this can lead to even greater success when implementing new strategies. Plus, why not take advantage of this opportunity to use the Summit as a team-building event?
With so much to do and see, your team will be energized and ready to take on any challenge. The best part? We've made it even easier for you to attend with discounted registration! Here’s to an unforgettable event that will leave you inspired and empowered to grow your pediatric dental practice.
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The Line Up
SPEAKERS & COURSES COMING SOON!
Dr. Ali Ghatri
Orthodontist, Owner & Founder of Let’s Smile Dental. Multi-Location & Speciality Dental Practices
Topic:
Pediatric & Orthodontic Practice Growth Strategies
Fun Facts
- I see good in everything and everybody. Sometimes prematurely.
- Every morning I do a Sudoku to jump-start my brain. It's like warming your car's engine on a cold winter day.
- I love competitive sports. Both watching and playing them.
Dr. Ali Ghatri
Orthodontist, Owner & Founder of Let’s Smile Dental. Multi-Location & Speciality Dental Practices
Topic:
Pediatric & Orthodontic Practice Growth Strategies
Fun Facts
- I see good in everything and everybody. Sometimes prematurely.
- Every morning I do a Sudoku to jump-start my brain. It's like warming your car's engine on a cold winter day.
- I love competitive sports. Both watching and playing them.
Mr. Mike Sula
Sales Director
Topic:
The $3M Startup
Fun Facts
- Mike has 10-yr old boy/girl twins and an awesome wife
- Played collegiate football and tennis but stays active these days in CrossFit workouts
- Has been in the dental industry 15+ years
Mr. Mike Sula
Sales Director
Topic:
The $3M Startup
Fun Facts
- Mike has 10-yr old boy/girl twins and an awesome wife
- Played collegiate football and tennis but stays active these days in CrossFit workouts
- Has been in the dental industry 15+ years
Michael Arias
Ground Marketing Expert, Host & Founder of The Dental Marketer Podcast, Creator of the only Ground Marketing Course in the world, Co-Founder of The Making of a Dental Start-Up, and Co-Founder of the only Pediatric Dental Marketing Course
Topic: Ground Marketing for Pediatric Dental Practices
FUN FACTS
- Has over 600,000+ listeners on his Podcast
- Is a drummer and used to play drums in a band
- Watched the show "The Office" more than 50 times from start to end
Dr. Rishita Jaju
Harvard-trained Mommy Dentist, Owner of Smile Wonders, and Laser Frenectomy Expert for Infants, Toddlers, and Children
Topic: Did you "See" that Tie?
FUN FACTS
- TEDx Speaker & Educator
- Has 2 adorable Maltese doggies – Kaju and Kulfi
- Loves traveling all over the world again and has visited every continent (except Antarctica)
Joshua Scott
owner & ceo of studio eightyeight
Topic: Marketing Your Story
FUN FACTS
- Level 3 Sommelier
- Sneaker Collector
- CrossFit Enthusiast
Dr. Jonelle Anamelechi
Pediatric Dentist, Owner of Children's Choice Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
Topic: It’s Me, Hi! I’m the Problem: From Owner to CEO
FUN FACTS
- I‘ve been featured in The Rolling Stone Magazine, Forbes, and The New York Times.
- I tried out to back up dance for Beyonce (clearly did not make it)
- I wanted to be a Pediatric Dentist since I was 4. (Not one dentist in my family!)
Beverly Wilburn
OFFICE MANAGER FOR DR. KARL SMITH, OWNER OF MAGNIFIDENT™ CONSULTING, STATE AND FEDERAL DENTAL MALPRACTICE EXPERT, EXECUTIVE FOR THE VIRGINIA SOCIETY OF PERIODONTISTS, 2022 AADOM PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR
Topic: Don't Knock Em' Dead: Handling and Preventing Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office
FUN FACTS
- Is an obsessed collector of vintage dishes and silverware
- Owns and manages over 15 Social Media Groups
- Checklist fanatic creating a checklist for everything!
Natasha Gillis, Esquire
Owner, The Gillis Firm, PLLC
Topic: Growing your Pediatric Dental Office Through a Strategic Partnership
FUN FACTS
- Your practice is my passion
- I am a Northern Virginia native
- I love hiking, jogging, and exploring the outdoors
Dr. Laura Collatz
Owner of Enchanting Smiles Family Dentistry, Certified Laughter Leader & Founder of The Laughter Fairy Coaching & Retreats
Topic: The Magic of Laughter
FUN FACTS
- I've been in dentistry for over 30 years
- Sparkle is my strategy
- Enthusiastic cat lover
Dilaine Gloege CDA, CPC
Dental Speaker, Author, Educator, and Consultant, Founder of Tidewater Consulting Services
Topic: Medical & Dental Billing: Up Your Storytelling Game
FUN FACTS
- Author of Essential Coding and Insurance Resources
- Loves living by the sea and all things beachy
- Has 37 years of experience in the dental industry
Why now?
Welcome to the Pediatric Dental Growth Summit - the event created out of a need in the industry for more resources on the business, marketing, and growth side of the pediatric dental practice. Malika and Minal, both working in the pediatric dental and orthodontic fields with extensive experience, came together to create an event that would fill this gap.
They have gathered expert speakers who specialize in the business side of things to provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to take your practice to new heights. This event is the perfect opportunity for pediatric dental professionals & orthodontists who are looking for a fresh perspective, new ideas, and the chance to network with like-minded professionals.
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