Mentor and Leadership Network

Academy of Learning

Leadership
Series

A six-part professional development program designed for dentists within their first 10 years of practice.

Build confidence, strengthen communication, and develop the leadership skills needed to grow in every stage of your career.

Leadership Series group photo

Select Saturdays

Sessions held on select Saturdays, typically from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Multi-Speaker Sessions

Each session will focus on a specific topic and feature multiple speakers.

Lunch Provided

Light morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.

Limited Cohort

Enrollment is limited to 26 participants.

About the Program

Real-world dentistry, strengthened through leadership.

Each session in the Leadership Series takes a focused look at a key area of dentistry that directly impacts your day-to-day practice, from risk management and patient communication to clinical decision-making, contracts, team leadership, marketing, and long-term career growth.

The series connects these topics through a leadership lens, helping participants build the mindset and skills to lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

Many of these are areas that are not always addressed in dental school, yet they play a critical role in your day-to-day success. This series is designed to help you navigate them with greater confidence and lead effectively in every aspect of your career.

Leadership Series materials
Why Join

Why Join the Leadership Series?

Learn from Professionals

Gain insight from professionals across clinical, business, and leadership topics.

Build Confidence

Strengthen decision-making, communication, and leadership skills you can use in practice.

Expand Your Network

Connect with a cohort of peers and grow your professional network in an interactive setting.

Interactive Format

Participate in discussion-based sessions designed for conversation, reflection, and practical application.

Program Schedule

Series Topics & Dates

1
June 13
Risk Management
Patient Consent & Communication
2
August 8
Team Leadership
& Practice Culture
3
October 24
Contracts & Compensation
3rd Party Billing
4
January 23
Marketing, Branding
& Messaging
5
February 20
Clinical Confidence
& Decision-Making
6
March 20
Dental Wellness &
Career Sustainability