In this captivating conversation, Payman welcomes Alan Clarke, the innovative founder of Paste Dental in Belfast and creator of Paste Presents.
Alan shares his journey from growing up in Northern Ireland to developing a global mindset through international experiences.
Throughout the episode, he discusses building a lifestyle dental brand, his groundbreaking international dental mastermind events, and his passion for community building within dentistry.
Alan's entrepreneurial spirit, faith-driven purpose, and willingness to take calculated risks showcase a refreshing perspective on leadership that transcends geographical boundaries and traditional dental practice limitations.
In This Episode
00:02:10 - Tall poppy syndrome
00:04:30 - Growing up as an only child with supportive parents
00:08:10 - Life-changing Washington Ireland Program experience
00:14:35 - Behind the scenes of American politics
00:19:20 - Reflections on Northern Ireland and the Troubles
00:22:15 - Bloom where you're planted: returning to Belfast
00:25:25 - Cultural differences between UK, US and European business
00:33:15 - Clinical education at Queen's University Belfast
00:43:40 - Buying and rebranding a dental practice during COVID
00:47:15 - Managing patient expectations during practice transition
00:51:55 - Creating a lifestyle brand in dentistry
00:54:55 - Providing exceptional patient experiences
01:00:05 - Empowering staff to create memorable moments
01:07:30 - Adding value through communication and technology
01:11:10 - Creating Paste Presents: a global dental mastermind
01:17:15 - Building relationships through shared experiences
01:23:50 - Free university events to support dental students
01:29:15 - Faith as a foundation for business and life
01:35:05 - Perspectives on AI in dentistry
01:42:45 - Fantasy dinner party
01:48:45 - Last days and legacy
About Alan Clarke
Alan Clarke is a dentist, entrepreneur and visionary from Belfast, Northern Ireland. As the founder of Paste Dental, he has transformed a traditional practice into a modern lifestyle brand offering high-end dentistry with exceptional patient experiences.
Alan is also the creator of Paste Presents, an exclusive international dental mastermind that brings together influential dentists from around the world for immersive learning experiences in exotic locations.
A graduate of Queen's University Belfast with further education in medical law and ethics at Edinburgh, Alan balances his clinical work with entrepreneurial ventures and a passion for elevating the dental profession.
His international connections, particularly in the US, have helped him develop a unique perspective that combines American entrepreneurial spirit with Northern Irish values.
