2026 Symposium Agenda

Thursday, March 19

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Poolside Welcome Reception
Relax and connect with fellow attendees in a casual, poolside setting to kick off the symposium.

Friday, March 20

Dr. Marco Fernandez, MD
President, The Association for Independent Medicine
Presentation: Staying Independent in a World of Private Equity and Consolidation

Dr. Jill Tanzi,  President - Alliance of Independent Dentists
Dr. Amy Adair, Board Member - Alliance of Independent Dentists
Session: Legislative Updates

Dr. Brady Smith
Session: Oral Fixation Comedy
A unique blend of humor and dental life—don’t miss it!

Steven J. Anderson

Founder and President, Total Patient Service Institute
Presentation: Staying Competitive as an Independent Dentist When DSOs Infiltrate Your Community

Evening Event:
Sip and Stroll Happy Hour
Details TBD

Saturday, March 21

Minal Sampat
Author, Marketing Strategist, Dental Hygienist
Presentation: Helping Dentists Master Marketing

Dr. Christian Coachman, CDT, DDS
Founder and CEO, DSD - Digital Smile Design
Presentation (Encore): 7 Steps from Conventional Towards Ideal Dentistry