In this episode of Navigating DSO Innovation, Eric Weeden and Liz Strikwerda welcome Dr. Jeremy Krell, a general dentist and seasoned investor with a robust business background. Dr. Krell shares his extensive experience in the dental industry, having raised funds, generated returns, and led strategic innovations at numerous companies. He is currently the managing partner at Revere Partners, the first and only venture capital fund focused on dental technology.

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In this episode, we explore the intersection of culture and strategy within Dental Support Organizations (DSOs). Eric Pastan, an experienced leader in the dental industry and Director at Skytale Group, joins us to share his insights on recruiting, retaining, and managing human capital effectively.

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Listen to this insightful conversation on how DSOs can cultivate a thriving culture and attract top talent to drive organizational excellence. Available now on all major podcast platforms.

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In this episode of Navigating DSO Innovation, hosts Eric Weeden and Liz Strikwerda welcome Rajeev Bhatia, CEO of BPK Tech. Rajeev dicusses how he and his team are building a software business in the dental industry, drawing from his experiences and challenges, including his wife's influence as a dentist. We explore the evolution of dental tech, the importance of data access, and the role of AI in transforming the industry. Rajeev highlights insurance verification automation and revenue cycle management. He also emphasizes the need for DSOs to adopt new technologies and the potential impact of AI in the next five years.

In this episode of "Navigating DSO Innovation," host Liz Strikwerda interviews Tim McNeely, CEO and co-founder of The Lifestone Companies and host of Dental Wealth Nation. Known for his expertise in helping dental entrepreneurs thrive amidst uncertainty, Tim shares his insights on both business and personal financial success.

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Phil Toh, co-founder of The Smilist DSO and Operating Partner at Zenyth Partners, discusses how the DSO industry has changed since he launched The Smilist in 2014, lessons learned along the way, branded vs non-branded DSOs, and how the organization helps dentists and their practices be successful. 

Join us as we sit down with the Dr. Len Tau, a former practicing dentist turned consultant extraordinaire (and genuine dental influencer), who helps dentists market their businesses. Dr. Tau, now overseeing the dental division at Birdeye, shares his wealth of knowledge and experience in generating five-star reviews and building a stellar online reputation for dental practices.

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Plus, Dr. Tau spills the beans on his uber-responsive communication style and shares his personal contact information, so you can connect directly with him! Whether you're a seasoned dental professional or just starting your journey in the industry, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and inspiration to take your practice to the next level.

Gary Salman, CEO of Black Talon Security, discusses the cyberthreat landscape in the healthcare industry, with a focus on dental practices. What are the odds that a healthcare business suffers a hack? Is ransomware the most common approach or are there other methods cybercriminals use to extort money? What is the first step that any DSO or dental practice should take to better understand their current cyber risk level? Gary also answers the question, "What percentage of cyberattacks are preventable?" (It's higher than you think!)

With decades of experience in software development and IT, Gary is a pioneer in cloud-based healthcare systems. He's not only a sought-after speaker and writer on cybersecurity threats, but he's also trained tens of thousands of practices across the U.S. on maintaining best practices in cybersecurity. Gary has been featured in major national publications, and his expertise extends beyond cybersecurity with over 20 years of experience as an instructor at West Point and involvement in law enforcement. As a member of InfraGard, Gary collaborates with the FBI to share crucial information and intelligence. Black Talon Security, under Gary's leadership, has successfully assisted with some of the largest ransomware attacks in U.S. history, recovering all data and preventing millions of dollars in damages.

This episode of Navigating DSO Innovation dives deep into the heart of a thriving DSO with Dr. Dipesh Patel, CEO of Blueprint Smiles!

Dr. Patel isn't just passionate about dentistry - he's passionate about building a team culture that thrives. We'll explore how Blueprint Smiles identifies practices that perfectly align with their DSO values, ensuring a successful integration and a happy, high-performing team.

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