The Dental MBA Business Series
What is the Dental MBA Business Series?
The Dental MBA Business Series was created to address one of the biggest gaps in dentistry today. Dentists are graduating with exceptional clinical skills, but with little to no training in business, ownership readiness, practice acquisitions, start-ups, or the financial principles required to run a successful dental practice.
This high-impact immersive event is delivered live and in person at dental schools, dental societies, associations, and study clubs across the country, offered at no cost to attendees. You’ll learn how to prepare for practice ownership, understand the full range of associate and ownership pathways available to you, and gain clarity on the essential steps of acquiring or starting a practice. You’ll also discover how to evaluate opportunities with confidence and identify practices that align with your long-term goals.
Beyond ownership, the series teaches you how to manage, grow, and transform a practice into a thriving, profitable, and fulfilling business. With or without a tight budget, the Dental MBA Business Series can help you build the career you’ve always envisioned.
Who This Series Is For
- Dental students preparing for ownership
- Associates wanting to prepare for the next step
- New practice owners that feel like they did not properly build the foundation of their newly acquired practice
What You’ll Learn
- How do you prepare for practice ownership?
- How do you find the RIGHT practice?
- How do you create a vision, mission, and values?
- How do you build the practice of your dreams?
- How do you dramatically increase revenue on a tight budget?
Why This Series Is Different
Here’s what dentists and students are saying after attending the Dental MBA Business Series.
Meet the Creators
Bob Affleck
CSO, Dental Coach USA
Bob Affleck is a well-known dental industry leader and speaker who has spent decades helping dentists navigate practice ownership, growth, and transitions. As Chief Strategy Officer of Dental Coach USA, Bob has worked with thousands of dentists across the country, teaching about the business of dentistry and how to build strong, profitable practices that last.
Jayden Bell
CEO, Dental Coach USA
Jayden Bell is the CEO of Dental Coach USA and a driving force behind its mission to modernize dental business education. With a practical focus on systems, leadership, and growth, Jayden helps make sense of the business side of ownership so dentists can build efficient, values-driven practices that support both their careers and their own personal fulfillment.
Host the Dental MBA at Your Dental School or Society
The Dental MBA Business Series can be brought directly to your dental school, society, or study club as a high-impact, in-person training. For student-hosted events, coordination typically works best through ASDA leadership. For associate and owner audiences, dental societies or study club event coordinators are the ideal point of contact. When reaching out, come prepared with a few preferred dates that work best for your group to make sure there are no conflicts with exams or boards.
If you’d like to bring the Dental MBA Business Series to your organization, contact us to discuss hosting details and potential dates!
Why Successful Practice Ownership Takes More Than Continuing Education Credits
While many dental professionals pursue continuing education credits to enhance their clinical expertise, the Dental MBA Business Series focuses on a different but equally important component for future dental practice owners: the business fundamentals that transform talented clinicians into successful practice owners. This acclaimed training program bridges the gap between what you learned in dental school and what you actually need to own, manage, and grow a thriving dental practice in today’s competitive marketplace.
Beyond Clinical Credits: Business Education for Practice Ownership
Many dental professionals search for free dental continuing education credits to meet their licensure requirements while managing tight budgets and busy schedules. While these CE credits are essential for maintaining your license and staying current with clinical techniques, they typically focus on patient care protocols rather than the business skills needed to own and operate a successful practice. This program takes a different approach by addressing the knowledge gap that exists between clinical competency and business success.
CE Credits
CE credits represent your commitment to clinical excellence and ongoing professional development in patient care. These credits ensure you stay informed about the latest advancements in dental technology and treatment protocols. However, they don’t prepare you for the entrepreneurial challenges of practice ownership, such as understanding profit margins or building a valuable asset you can eventually sell. The Dental MBA Business Series recognizes that successful practice owners need both clinical expertise and business acumen to thrive.
How many hours of continuing education would I need with this program to succeed?
This is a common question we hear, but the Dental MBA Business Series doesn’t operate on a contact hour model because business education for practice ownership requires a different approach than clinical training. Success comes from understanding key concepts deeply rather than simply logging time in a classroom. Your path through the series depends on your specific goals and timeline for practice ownership, with flexible access to presentations and courses at dental meetings as your schedule permits.
What Traditional CE Programs Don’t Teach You
Free dental CE courses have become increasingly popular as dental professionals look for cost-effective ways to meet their continuing education requirements. However, the business side of dentistry, like practice valuation, acquisition strategies, and financial planning, rarely appears in CE course catalogs even though these skills determine whether your practice thrives or struggles financially.
CE Requirements
Meeting CE requirements is non-negotiable for practicing dentistry. However, CE requirements focus exclusively on your role as a clinician, not as a business owner. Our business education addresses the other half of the equation, the business knowledge that determines your financial success. The most successful practice owners invest in both their clinical skills and their business capabilities.
What Traditional CE Programs Don’t Teach You
While continuing education credit programs keep your clinical skills sharp, the Dental MBA Business Series prepares you for the business realities of practice ownership that no CE program addresses. Don’t let gaps in your business knowledge hold you back from achieving the practice success you deserve. Our acclaimed program has helped thousands of dentists transform from skilled clinicians into confident, successful practice owners who typically achieve record-breaking revenue in their first year.
Take the next step toward building your dental practice legacy. Schedule a consultation today to learn how this program can provide the business foundation you need to thrive as a practice owner, complement your clinical expertise, and set you apart in today’s competitive dental marketplace.
Ready to elevate your Dental Career?
The Dental MBA Business Series gives you the business clarity, confidence, and direction most dentists never receive in school. Whether you’re planning for ownership or already on the path, this full-day, in-person experience will help you make smarter decisions and build a practice that supports the life you want.
Ready to take the next step toward building the career you’ve always envisioned? Contact the Dental Coach USA team to get started booking your session or learn more about upcoming Dental MBA Business Series events or hosting opportunities. You can also follow along on Facebook and Instagram to see how dentists across the country are building stronger, more sustainable practices.
FAQ’s
What’s included with registration?
Registration includes a full day of live, in-person business training designed specifically for dentists. Attendees receive practical worksheets, tools, and guides to help reinforce key concepts during and after the event. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions directly during one-on-one and group Q&A sessions with the speakers. The experience includes networking with motivated clinicians and industry sponsors, plus access to related downloadable resources.
What does a day at the Dental MBA Business Series look like?
The Dental MBA Business Series is a structured, full-day experience designed to move you step-by-step toward confident practice ownership. Here’s how the day unfolds:
- 8:00am – Continental Breakfast
Connect with peers before the program begins. - 8:15am – Kickoff
Set the tone and roadmap for the day. - 8:45am – Preparing for Practice Ownership
Understand your ownership options and strategic paths. - 10:30am – Creating Your Vision, Mission & Values
Building the foundation of your career. - 12:00pm – Lunch
- 1:00pm – Designing Your Dream Practice
How to design and build the practice of your dreams. - 2:45pm – The Importance of Due Diligence
How to find the right practice. - 3:30pm – Revenue Growth Strategies
How to dramatically increase revenue, even on a tight budget.
How often is the Dental MBA Business Series held?
The Dental MBA Business Series is held as often as it is booked by host organizations, including dental schools, dental societies or associations, and study clubs. While scheduling varies based on host availability, the series typically runs at least once per month somewhere in the country. Because events are hosted by different organizations, dates and locations change regularly throughout the year.
Is this event for students or practice owners?
This event is designed for dental students, associates, and new practice owners. The content is intentionally structured to meet attendees where they are in their careers, whether they are preparing for ownership, evaluating their options, or navigating the early stages of running a practice. The Dental MBA Business Series provides foundational business education that applies across multiple career paths in dentistry.
What should I bring to the event?
You should come prepared with any questions you have about your future in dentistry, whether related to ownership, career paths, or business decisions. Bringing something to take notes with is highly recommended, as the day is packed with practical insights and frameworks. Most importantly, bring an open mind and a high-energy attitude!
Can sponsors participate in the event?
Yes, sponsors are a key part of the Dental MBA Business Series. Industry sponsors help make it possible to offer this event at no cost to attendees. Sponsors also provide valuable perspective, resources, and opportunities for networking throughout the day. Participation is designed to be educational and supportive, creating a collaborative environment between clinicians and trusted industry partners.
Is food provided during the event?
Yes, food and beverages are provided throughout the day. Attendees can expect breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages as part of the event experience. Meals and breaks are intentionally built into the schedule to keep energy levels high and allow time for informal conversations, networking, and connecting with speakers, sponsors, and fellow attendees.