DEO's Growth Secrets Podcast for Dental Organizations

In this episode, Ken Kaufman hosts Jacob Irving, Founder & President, InTech Together to discuss "all things tech". In particular, Jacob and Ken cover what opportunities there are for smaller emerging DSOs in upgrading their technology and what tech components are "must-haves". This episode will help DSO leaders take on an "IT mindset" and think about how IT can be not a cost, but a value add to your dental company.

In this episode, Emmett hosts Dr. Hungate, orthodontist and founder of Simplefeye to discuss how inflation and the culture of convenience are coming to a crossroads in group dentistry. Implementing technology that offers convenience to patients has gone from a nice-to-have to a must-have. Technology can help mitigate staffing shortage issues and cause less friction for consumers. Dr. Hungate and Emmet discuss patient satisfaction, technology options, innovation, the current financial landscape, and much more. Learn more about Simplifeye here: Website: Simplifeye.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simplifeye Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifeyeCo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifeyeco/?hl=en

Emmet hosts Brenda McNulty, Dental Group Director, SupportDDS, and Callie Ward Senior Account Executive, SupportDDS, to discuss creative ways dental practices can overcome inflation. They discuss how technology can help mitigate the effects of inflation, including how it can help centralize and offshore workload with remote teams. Brenda and Callie define in-sourcing vs out-sourcing, dispel the misnomers, and discuss what technology can and can not do. Other topics discussed include the inflationary environment's current state, financial implications, the great resignation, workplace culture, hiring, retention, and much more. Learn more about SupportDDS here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DDSSupport Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenda-mcnulty-91653072/ Download "Tips for Success" Guide: https://supportdds.com/tips

In this episode, Emmet is joined by Dr. Brett Wells, Founder of DentalHQ, and David Harris, Founder/CEO of Prosperident to discuss how prevalent embezzlement is in the dental profession and how you can combat it. They cover how an in-house membership plan helps prevent embezzlement. Dr. Wells and David also share their 5 accounting best practices to ensure the success of your membership plan, fraud/embezzlement signs to look for, how technology can help, and more. For More Info Visit: https://www.dentalhq.com/ Email: eric@dentalhq.com

In this episode, Emmet hosts Ryan Chan, Senior Director of DSO Sales, Bento Dental to discuss insurance - the pitfalls and difficulties of the current health care /dental insurance model and whether it's time for the industry to create its own dental insurance product. They touch on the current financial landscape, reimbursements, insurance premiums/deductibles, technology, inflation, increasing expenses, consumer expectations, and much, much more.

Emmet hosts, Jay Letwat, Vice President - Dental, Sunbit; Andrew Sipes, VP of Operations, Marquee Dental Partners; and Kevin Behjat, Owner, Sahara Dental Professionals to discuss innovative patient financing solutions including buy now, pay later, technology. They discuss inflationary pressures and how dental groups need creative financing solutions for consumers now more than ever. Emmet, Kevin, and Andrew consider the current financial and business landscape, how to serve as many patients as possible, and much more. For More Information: Visit: https://sunbit.com/merchant-benefits/dental/ Email: jay@sunbit.com

Emmet hosts Jason Haselhuhn, Chief Revenue Officer, PrimaHealth Credit, to discuss innovative financing solutions for patients. They touch on why it's critical to offer alternative payment options, especially in an inflationary environment. The "buy now, pay later" model is already a favorite for consumers in the retail market, like with financing smartphones for example, so it's time for dental to tap into this opportunity. Emmet and Jason discuss why it's time to take the in-house payment plan to the next level by providing even more options to consumers, how the structure and reporting options can support it on the back end, and many other topics. For More Information: Visit: www.primahealthcredit.com Email: jhaselhuhn@primahealthcredit.com

In this episode, Emmet hosts Ken Kaufman to discuss Ken's transition and exit from his CFO role at Community Dental Partners (CDP). In a transparent and vulnerable discussion, Ken and Emmet bridge the incredible successful journey they have had growing CDP to why Ken is ready for a new challenge and leadership role. Ken will continue to guest host DSO Secrets podcast. Take a listen for complete details!

Emmet hosts Kiltesh Patel, MS, MBA, Founder and CEO of tab32, to discuss that though dentistry is very recession resistant, it's not inflation resistant, and how to mitigate that. They review the current post-COVID inflationary financial landscape and how it's impacting businesses, including a workforce shortage, escalation of cost, and other challenges. They agree that though currently, there's a lot of opportunity for the overall growth and scaling up of dental companies, there's a lot of squeeze in the daily tactical operations. Considering current challenges, Emmet and Kiltesh discuss technology solutions that mitigate inflation to make your business more efficient, decrease costs and become leaner. For More Information: Website: https://www.tab32.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tab32 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dental.tab32/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dental_tab32/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIBZbExsPV9rZNEtUcwgiIg/featured

In this podcast, Ken Kaufman shares perspectives and thoughts from his hard-earned wisdom during his 20+ year career and life experiences. He ponders the concept that each human being has the power to drive change within themselves as well as the power and ability to influence change in others. Ken also muses on the similar concept of "we're the sum total of what we choose to tolerate" detailing 4 reasons why to help you better handle the challenges in your career and life. Take a listen to this short podcast and be inspired!