Dental Unfiltered Episode 110 - Equity Models for Associates and Executives
Jul 29, 2025
Hosts explore various equity models that can help dental practices attract and retain top talent. They discuss the steps required for associates to earn ownership stakes, emphasizing the connection between equity and practice growth. The conversation highlights the importance of effective hiring and onboarding strategies. Additionally, the potential for extending equity to executive roles is examined, shedding light on how to structure these opportunities within expanding organizations.
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Equity Retains Top Talent
- Offering equity to associates helps retain ambitious, high-performing dentists who want ownership in their career.
- Equity fosters an ownership mentality, motivating associates to act as leaders and protect practice profitability.
Gift 5% Equity in Startups
- Offer gifted 5% equity to associates joining new startup offices after one year if fit is right.
- This motivates doctors to grow the practice from ground up and commit long term.
Allow Equity Purchase Post-Year
- Allow associates to purchase up to 25% equity after the first year at a discounted 6-7x EBITDA valuation.
- Buying equity gives them profit shares and value appreciation as practice grows.