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empower & grow: the conference

Learn how to grow your dental organization and power your professional development, all in one event.

Rejoin the brightest minds in dental for the highly-acclaimed Women In DSO® Annual Conference, March 6-8, at Caesar's Palace, Las Vegas.  


Join us at the Empower and Grow 2025 Conference, where the brightest minds in the industry come together to inspire, lead, and innovate. This must-attend event offers dynamic workshops, expert panels, and unparalleled networking opportunities designed to empower your career and organization.  All leaders are welcome.


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DID YOU JOIN US LAST MARCH?

Almost 1k attendees including leading DSOs such as Heartland Dental, Aspen Dental, Independence Dental Services, Dental Care Alliance, Smile Brands, Risas Dental & Braces, 42 North Dental, Dental Express, Pepperpointe Partnerships, Rodeo Dental and Braces and more joined for the 2024 event last March. Conference attendees include decision makers and leaders from leading DSOs, innovative industry partners, dental schools, and professional associations. 


All leaders are welcome.

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THANK YOU TO HENRY SCHEIN ONE FOR THIS SPECIAL FEATURE

We are thrilled to announce that Cassie Kozyrkov, a globally renowned leader in data science and decision intelligence, will join us as a Featured Presenter at the 2025 Empower and Grow Conference!


Cassie, the former Chief Decision Scientist at Google and current CEO of Data Scientific, is celebrated for her groundbreaking work in optimizing decision-making for leaders across industries. With an impressive track record of advising senior leaders at NASA, Gucci, Lenovo, and more, Cassie’s expertise is unmatched.


During her nearly 10 years at Google, Cassie trained over 20,000 Googlers in data-driven decision-making and artificial intelligence, helping over 500 projects implement decision intelligence best practices. She also served as Google’s Chief Data Scientist in the Office of the CTO, pioneering advancements in AI and decision-making at the highest levels.

CENTER STAGE AND LEADING WITH IMPACT

Women in DSO® Announces 2025 Empower and Grow Conference Emcees

Women in DSO®, the official nonprofit organization supporting the advancement of women leadership in dentistry, is proud to announce the emcees for the 2025 Empower and Grow Conference: Kimberly Kwiecien of Pearl and ArNelle Wright, DMD,MS of Affordable Dentures and Implants. These two dynamic leaders bring a wealth of experience, passion, and energy to the stage, and we are thrilled to have them guide us through this inspiring event.

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only at empower and grow this march

On behalf of Dr. Aman Kaur, Founder and President of Women in DSO®, we are thrilled to unveil Rise &

On behalf of Dr. Aman Kaur, Founder and President of Women in DSO®, we are thrilled to unveil Rise & Lead—a brand-new, highly sought-after experience crafted exclusively for dental school deans, students, and leaders who are shaping the future of dentistry.


This is an invitation-only event. 

Proudly sponsored by Pikos Health.

10+ Executive Level Best Practice Panels covering the most important topics in DSO and dentistry today, delivered as panels to provide you with the most up -to-date industry trends by leaders across high-performing organizations in DSO.  

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Women in DSO® is proud to present the 2025 Women in DSO Leadership Award to recognize excellence in clinical and business operations DSO leadership and awarded at the Women in DSO® conference in Las Vegas.  

Nominate a Leader

Women mentoring women is so important—it helps them gain access to opportunities and cultivates their confidence in an often still male-dominated business environment. When more women lead, it creates a diversified leadership team open to discussing multiple perspectives that improves decision-making and strengthens the organization to face the challenges of the future.  Learn how this March at Empower and Grow.

GET INVOLVED

Meet and network directly with the 2024 Women in DSO Advisory Board.  Comprised of leaders across member groups and partners, the mission of the Women in DSO Advisory Board is to preserve, support, and help shape the commitment of Women in DSO in advancing women’s leadership in the DSO industry. 

MEET THE ADVISORY BOARD

Lend and grow your DSO organization with updates to your professional portfolio and leader skillset.   Access  executive coaching, professional headshots, resume building, and brand development opportunities at this year's Empower Lounge.  

Network with a purpose, and elevate your leadership.  Join us at the Empower and Grow Conference, where powerful networking meets women's leadership advancement. This extraordinary event is your golden ticket to a world of inspiration, connection, and transformation.

Exclusive Savings Await You at the Empower and Grow Conference!  At the Empower and Grow Conference, we believe in empowering you not only with knowledge and inspiration but also with incredible savings! Our event-only partner discounts are here to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

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Raise a toast to your achievements.  The Empower and Grow Conference isn't just about organizational and professional development; it's also about celebrating your success and connecting in style. Join us for an unforgettable evening of networking, entertainment, and extravagance at our exclusive social.

2025 SCHEDULE

Thursday, March 6, 2025

Q1 Women in DSO® Advisory Board Meeting

*Invitation only

Pre-Event Workshop

3:00 pm

Unlock Maximum Value: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Dental Practice with Confidence

  • Presented by Dental Pitch Brokerage  Location: Florentine II
  • This powerhouse session is led by industry leaders Dr. Devinn Geeson, Elijah Desmond, Matt Ornstein, Eric Roman, and Eric Morin. These experts bring decades of experience in entrepreneurship, practice optimization, and financial strategy to help you navigate the complex process of selling a dental practice.  Learn More.

Pre-Event Workshop

3:00 pm

Workshop: The Dentalpreneur Panel: The Women Behind Dental Success

  • Presented by Dental Success Companies Location: Florentine I
  • These dynamic professionals have built thriving businesses, streamlined operations, empowered dental teams, and revolutionized marketing strategies. Now, they’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to succeed in today’s dental industry. Led by Kay Lange, Ashlee Hirschfeld, Sydney Robinson, and Mary Lafferty. 

Pre-Event Workshop

3:00 pm

Workshop: Mastering Patient Growth & Hygiene Excellence

  • Presented by RiseDDS and Premier Dental Location: Florentine III
  • This year, we’re bringing you two powerhouse workshops designed to give you real-world strategies for practice growth and clinical efficiency. Led by Neil Zemba, CEO, Rise DDS and Jessica Woods, RDHAP.

Rise & Lead

4:30 pm

*Invitation only

Meet Women in DSO® • The Welcome Reception

5:00 pm

Friday, March 7, 2025

The Women in DSO® Mentorship Program Breakfast

7:15 am

*Invitation only

Power Up at the Palace • Breakfast and Registration

7:30 am

General Session

8:30 am to 5:00 pm

The 2025 Empower and Grow Presidents Invitational

5:30 pm

*Invitation only

Party at the Palace: The 2025 Empower and Grow Bash

6:00 pm

Featuring the Official Spring Release of The LEAD Magazine


Saturday, March 8, 2025

Wellness Activity

6:30 am

Power Up at the Palace • Breakfast and Networking

7:30 am

The Women in DSO® Leadership Award Alumni Breakfast

7:30 am

*Invitation only

General Session

8:30 am to 12:00 pm

*Agenda subject to change.

WORKSHOP EXCLUSIVES

Unlock Maximum Value: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Dental Practice with Confidence

Unlock Maximum Value: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Dental Practice with Confidence

Unlock Maximum Value: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Dental Practice with Confidence

Are you ready to take control of your practice’s financial future? Join us at Empower and Grow 2025 for an exclusive workshop designed to give you the insights and strategies needed to maximize the value of your dental practice and sell with confidence.


Presented by Dental Pitch Brokerage, this powerhouse session is led by industry leaders Dr. Devinn Geeson, Elijah Desmond, Matt Ornstein, Eric Roman, and Eric Morin. These experts bring decades of experience in entrepreneurship, practice optimization, and financial strategy to help you navigate the complex process of selling a dental practice.

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The Dentalpreneur Panel: The Women Behind Dental Success

Unlock Maximum Value: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Dental Practice with Confidence

Unlock Maximum Value: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Dental Practice with Confidence

Step into a room filled with insight, strategy, and inspiration as Dr. Mark Costes, founder of the Dental Success Companies and host of the Dentalpreneur Podcast, leads a panel of powerhouse women who have been the driving force behind building and scaling of the DSC, multiple dental practices, and industry-leading business initiatives.

These dynamic professionals have built thriving businesses, streamlined operations, empowered dental teams, and revolutionized marketing strategies. Now, they’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to succeed in today’s dental industry.


Presented by Dental Success Companies and led by Kay Lange, Ashlee Hirschfeld, Sydney Robinson, and Mary Lafferty. 

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Mastering Patient Growth & Hygiene Excellence

Unlock Maximum Value: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Dental Practice with Confidence

Mastering Patient Growth & Hygiene Excellence

The Empower and Grow 2025 conference, presented by Women in DSO, is where the best minds in dentistry come together to elevate leadership, innovation, and business success. This year, we’re bringing you two powerhouse workshops designed to give you real-world strategies for practice growth and clinical efficiency.


Presented by RiseDDS and Premier Dental. Led by Neil Zemba, CEO, Rise DDS and Jessica Woods, RDHAP.

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WHY THE EMPOWER & GROW CONFERENCE IS A 2025 TO-DO!

"What makes this conference so unique and different is it's women doing incredible things, and the friendships and the relationships, and the mentorship that you get here is phenomenal. Unlike anything else." 


-- Misty Mattingly, SVP, Chief Dental Hygiene Officer, Sage Dental

CAESAR'S PALACE LAS VEGAS HOTEL & CASINO

Preferred rates available for event attendees.

It’s time to indulge and treat yourself like a Caesar. Play, dine and unwind like royalty at Caesars Palace Las Vegas, the remarkable, palatial center-Strip resort. From luxurious hotel rooms to world-class entertainment, it’s time to experience a trip that’s one for the books. 

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August 6, 2025 • Denver

Women in DSO® invites you to mark your calendars for ASCEND, the fifth annual presentation & networking event and the Lead Magazine Official Summer Release scheduled to take place August 6th, 4pm-6pm at the 12th Annual Dykema Definitive Conference for DSOs. 


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