Bill Neumann is a seasoned veteran in the dental industry, boasting two decades of comprehensive experience across its various facets. Currently serving as a Dental Support Organization (DSO) consultant and Chief Executive Officer at Group Dentistry Now & JoinDSO, Bill has significantly contributed to the industry’s evolution.

As a pioneering figure, Bill co-founded Efficiency in Group Practice, the first print publication dedicated to DSOs. He further demonstrated his innovation by launching Dental Sales Pro Connect, the inaugural app designed for dental product literature, videos, and information. His entrepreneurial spirit led to the creation of Dental Sales Pro, the first networking platform within the dental industry.

Bill’s inventive prowess is evidenced by the iBarrier, a disposable infection control sleeve. His expertise extends to managing and training a sales force for dental manufacturer Coltene/Whaledent. Throughout his career, Bill has served as an advisor for the Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO) and several other dental companies.

Currently, Bill Neumann holds advisory roles for OrthoFX, TwoFront, Uptime Health, Peerlogic, Cloud Dentistry, CureMint and Dental Innovation Alliance. Beyond his advisory commitments, he is recognized as an international public speaker, delivering insights on DSO topics at numerous dental events. Bill’s multifaceted contributions underscore his standing as a thought leader and innovator within the dental industry.

Brian Colao is the Director of Dykema’s Dental Service Organizations Group. He has been serving the dental industry for over 25 years and is widely regarded as one of the foremost authorities in the United States on DSO formation, DSO business structures, DSO related mergers and acquisitions, and the full array of regulatory compliance requirements for DSOs. Brian was named a “2019 DSO Influencer” by Group Dentistry Now and the “2023 Thought Leader of the Year” by Planet DDS.

Connor Jorgensen has over a decade of experience in the dental industry focused on growth strategies and value creation. Most recently, he was the Director of Business Development at a national DSO focused on organizational growth. He earned his B.S. in Marketing from the Ivy School of Business at Iowa State University.

Doug is a retired law enforcement officer who specializes in dealing
with white collar crime. He investigates fraud and helps clients
prevent future problems while finding justice for past issues. Doug has served as lead investigator in various types of fraud-related
investigations, including embezzlement, money laundering, identity
theft, financial exploitation of vulnerable adults, Ponzi and Pyramid
schemes as well as theft by misrepresentation.
Doug is a retired detective with decades of law enforcement experience and an emphasis in white collar crime. He is also a former special agent with Arizona’s Department of Insurance Fraud Unit, as well as a financial investigator for JP Morgan Chase bank.

Eric Pastan is a Director at Skytale Group. He joins the Skytale team with vast, hands-on experience scaling businesses in the dental industry. Leveraging his years of experience building a Dental Services Organization from the ground up, Eric helps business owners strategize during crucial stages of growth to carry out their vision.

Eric created the largest DSO in New England, employing 350 dental professionals across 4 states. A former strategist and COO, he’s been intimately involved in every phase of business growth, with expertise in systemization, centralization, purchasing, hiring, M&A, and finance.

By finding efficiencies and tracking key KPIs, Eric helps businesses move consistently toward their goals. More than that, his experience as a business owner helps him relate to clients on a personal level. He offers business owners clarity and perspective as they navigate complex decisions.

Eric enjoys fishing off the coast of Massachusetts, cooking, live music, and skiing. He spends his weekend with his family watching his two children play sports.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-pastan/

Gary Salman is the CEO and co-founder of Black Talon Security and is dedicated to data security and understanding the latest trends—particularly as they relate to the dental and healthcare industries. He has decades of experience in software development and computer IT, and he also developed one of the very first cloud-based healthcare systems.

He is a sought-after speaker and writer, having lectured nationally on cybersecurity threats and their impact on the healthcare industry. Gary has trained tens of thousands of practices across the U.S. on how to maintain “best practices” in cybersecurity and has been featured in some of the largest national publications and news stories in the dental, medical, legal, and financial industries. He is a member of the AAE Speakers’ Bureau and has lectured for several organizations including AAO, AAOMS, AAE, AAPD, ADSO, OMSNIC, Dykema, and many more.

Gary’s experience and expertise extend beyond cybersecurity with over 20 years of experience as an instructor at West Point and is involved in law enforcement. He is also a member of InfraGard, a partnership between the FBI and the private sector to share information and intelligence.

Black Talon Security has been called upon to assist with some of the largest distributed ransomware attacks in U.S. history, resulting in millions of dollars of ransom payments and tens of millions of dollars in damages to the victims. In every instance, all data was recovered and successfully decrypted. Black Talon Security is an expert in preventative measures as well as incident response, ensuring their clients are well-protected against cyber threats.

In 2014, recognizing a discernible void in the digital publication landscape dedicated to the Dental Support Organization (DSO) and group practice domain, Kim Larson co-founded Group Dentistry Now. Group Dentistry Now (GDN) is a multimedia company dedicated to providing relevant news, podcasts, webinars, education, products, consulting, as well as career placement and services to DSOs and dental group practices. Committed to the dental support market, GDN’s audience includes large DSOs, mid-market, emerging, and small dental group practices, dentists, students, dental school faculty, assistants, administrators, executives, hygienists, office managers, distributors, manufacturers, labs, private equity firms, sales professionals, and dental business leaders. Over the past decade, Kim’s unwavering focus on the DSO space has garnered significant attention and a substantial following within DSO and dental industry circles. Kim’s commitment to the success of the DSO space is further underscored by her role as a consultant for the Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO), various manufacturers, DSOs, both domestic and international, and emerging dental groups.

Marissa Nicholson has been in dentistry for over 25 years. Utilizing her clinical knowledge and leadership skills, she earned a position as a regional trainer and eventually a regional manager for a large DSO.
This naturally led her to being a dental consultant for general and specialty practices all over the country. In her career Marissa has identified many “embezzlement specialists.” This has led her to create a training series for owners to help safeguard what they have worked so hard to build and create clarity around the blindspot that is the admin department.
She has worked with many dentists, specialists, and teams both corporate and private over the years. Having done so, Marissa found that her clients truly needed help systemizing their practices; which led to the creation of The Dental Practice Management Agency. She feels truly blessed to find her passion for managing, and mentoring in a field that she loves.

Dr. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of DifferentKind, the dental patient and employee experience leader, producing data and insights that drive improved oral health outcomes for patients, practices, and payers. A leading expert on person-centered care, motivational interviewing, and shared decision-making in dentistry, he has given over 100 talks to dental and medical professionals around the globe and has published 10 articles in peer-reviewed journals and other industry publications. He also serves as part-time faculty at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine.

Oliver Gelles is the Chief Marketing Officer for OrthoFi, OrthoBanc and AcceptCare. Widely recognized as one of the industry’s foremost strategic brand-building experts, he has over 20 years of experience in the orthodontic industry, contributing to continuing education events and technology innovation for nearly a decade. Oliver’s recently published book on practice management, “Level the Curve”, is a #1 bestseller in six categories on Amazon. With a passion for orthodontics & dentistry, Oliver leverages his business acumen to lecture around the world on many of the core concepts that prompted the creation of OrthoFi and AcceptCare.

Renowned for his direct communication style and uncanny ability to drive tangible results in dental and healthcare marketing, Ryan Torresan stands as a trailblazer in the dental industry. With over 15 years of experience in Dental Support Organizations (DSOs), Ryan has propelled himself to executive roles at three of the largest DSOs in the United States, where he spearheaded groundbreaking initiatives, including the launch of the first-ever Dental Implant Partnership Network.

Ryan’s approach is distinctly different from many marketers, eschewing vanity metrics in favor of generating real, measurable outcomes that influence the bottom line. His expertise spans a wide array of marketing channels, from digital and social media to CRM and grassroots patient referral programs, consistently delivering substantial lead generation and revenue increases. As the Chief Marketing Officer at Peak Dental Services, Ryan continues to revolutionize the dental landscape with his forward-thinking strategies and serves as a sought-after advisor, offering invaluable guidance to dental groups and private equity sponsors on optimizing marketing efforts, enhancing team effectiveness, avoiding marketing pitfalls, and maximizing efficiency with vendor partnerships. Should you have any questions, insights, or ideas for collaboration sparked by this article/post, feel free to connect with Ryan at ryantorresan@gmail.com – he welcomes the opportunity to engage with you further.

Teresa Williams is a seasoned DSO professional serving as Chief Financial and Operations Officer for Dental Express. She leverages her extensive experience and expertise in ensuring regulatory adherence and operational excellence. In her current role, she collaborates closely with dental providers and DSO leadership to deliver financial and operational guidance to support their strategic objectives. Teresa’s invaluable leadership and proficiency in navigating the intricate DSO landscape have contributed to success in both de Novo and acquisition-based companies. With a focus on achieving transformative outcomes, Teresa has effectively led cross-functional teams and implemented impactful changes. Throughout these endeavors, she maintains unwavering attention to regulatory obligations and compliance both at the DSO and the clinic level. Her academic background, consisting of a BA in Administrative Leadership from the University of Oklahoma and an MLS in Health Care Law from the University of Oklahoma College of Law, significantly contributes to her success in the healthcare industry. This unique combination of practical expertise and academic training equips her with a holistic understanding of the complex regulatory environment surrounding DSO companies.

Vanessa Buchheit is the Chief Operations Officer for Smalltown Dental and has devoted nearly 20 years to the dental industry. Before becoming a COO, Vanessa spent years developing dental teams by working side-by-side with them, as a treatment coordinator with a 90% case acceptance rate and then as an office manager who led high production practices. An opportunity to help dental teams nationwide brought her into the world of consulting, where she quickly became one of the most respected professionals in the industry. Over the last decade, she has lectured extensively on several dental topics related to leadership in the practice, implementing periodontal programs, increasing case acceptance, or how to increase your New Patients. Vanessa has several published articles such as “All it takes is leadership” in dental economics. Using her real-world professional experience coupled with her mastery of the business and attention to detail, she is able to guide practices to identify areas of growth and implement winning systems.

Virgil Ochoa is an attorney in Dykema’s Business Services Group and Dental Service Organizations Group where he focuses his practice on mergers, acquisitions, and affiliations with Dental Service Organizations, formation of dental service organizations, corporate finance matters and international trade law. Virgil regularly advises clients on a wide array of corporate matters, including, assisting investors in buying, selling or investing in Dental Service Organizations, assisting dentists in selling their practices, and assisting Dental Service Organizations in affiliating with dental practices, and creating regulatory compliance business models.