Join the UK’s most influential dental group leaders at the ADG Conference in November – find out what’s in store here.
The Association of Dental Groups, in partnership with FMC, is thrilled to present its first annual conference: Helping dental groups achieve patient-centred sustainable growth.
Join us at Manchester’s historic Old Trafford Stadium on 15 November to learn how to further delight your patients, develop your group, and take your business to the next level.
This exclusive event is your chance to connect with industry leaders and gain actionable insights on expanding your group. Learn from some of the top names in business, including financial advice from investment experts and inspiring success stories from leading dental group owners.
In addition, the innovation will host some of the UK’s most innovative dental businesses to the conference, whose products and services have been instrumental in helping some of the largest dental groups scale over the years.
Thanks to our exhibitors’ support, this invaluable experience is completely free to attend.
Don’t miss the networking and drinks session in the afternoon, running until 8pm – a prime opportunity to engage with fellow professionals and exchange ideas.
Why attend?
Enhance patient satisfaction: discover new, innovative ways to delight your patients and ensure their loyalty
Accelerate growth: learn from highly experienced group owners and executives about financing growth and fine-tuning acquisition strategies – and walk away with practical tips to implement in your business immediately
Exclusive insights: discover the secrets behind the success of the UK’s most influential dental group leaders in our interactive ‘Boardroom confidential’ session
Network with the best: connect with other leaders, owners, and executives from dental groups of all sizes, and build meaningful relationships within the UK’s
Who should attend?
This exclusive business development event is specifically for leadership teams of dental groups. With access by invite only, it is an unmissable opportunity for anyone looking to secure sustainable, patient-centred growth.
Conference timetable
Welcome
8:45 – 9:00: Welcome note – Catherine Rutland
9:00 – 10:00: Leadership in organisations: what I wish I had known – Jim Macleod CB CVO
10:00 –10:45: Networking and refreshments.
Breakout sessions
These high-impact, quick-fire sessions will run twice, allowing delegates to maximise their time.
Panel discussion: fine tuning your acquisition strategy – Reena Virdee, Paul Graham and Gary Chapman
How to scale your business effectively – Shalin Mehra and Anushika Brogan
Creating team-driven success – Bhavna Doshi
12:00 – 13:00: Lunch and networking.
Afternoon lectures
The inside line on tomorrow, from the future of the NHS and private practice to financing your business growth.
13:00 – 13:40: Where next for private dentistry? – Rachel Derby
13:00 – 13:40: What does the future of NHS dentistry look like? – Jason Wong
13:45 – 14:30: Panel discussion: financing your growth strategy – Alfred Chambers
14:30 –15:00: Break and networking.
Closing insights
Examining the challenges and opportunities faced by growing DSOs – and a look at what the future holds.
15:00 – 15:45: ADG update: our ambition for the future – Neil Carmichael
15:45 – 16:30: Panel discussion: boardroom confidential – Anushika Brogan, Pip Dhariwal, Mark Allan, Farzeela Rupani, Kish Patel and Jin Vaghela
17:00 – 20:00: Drinks reception.
Supporting dental group growth
Neil Carmichael, non-exec chair of the ADG, said: ‘Dentistry is changing. Tomorrow’s world is all about making patients comfortable, supporting professionals and making sure that policymakers understand the direction of travel for dentistry as well as those who use it.
‘We at the Association of Dental Groups have a clear vision about where dentistry is going and where dental groups fit within that vision.
‘The NHS desperately needs reform but it is still functioning – just. But there’s no getting away from the fact that 50% of the dentistry delivered in this country is private. This mixed economy is a complex area, and dental groups play a key role in it.
‘It’s time too that the importance of dental groups was properly understood: in my experience, all of the people involved in groups are committed to dentistry, to patients and to excellence in healthcare. Dental groups are already the place to go if you want excellence in dentistry. I want that to be recognised.’
‘Incredible chance’
He continues: ‘This conference is the next step for us in delivering on our vision. It’s geared to support dental groups to grow: to share best practices, and continue their focus on quality. It’s going to be a great opportunity to learn from experts who can support groups no matter what their plans are.
‘Growth, quality improvement, recruitment – the conference will cover all of these and more. We’re going to give groups the tools they need to go back to their headquarters and deliver even better dentistry for the future. Really, this event is an incredible chance to help shape the future of dentistry.
‘We want to make it clear to all groups that there is a pathway for dentistry to deal with the increasing demands from the modern world in which we live. Patients are expecting more, and rightly so – but we can.
‘I want every group to come to this conference because I know that by coming together, establishing a vision and learning about each other’s strengths and weaknesses, we can all become better.
‘Whether you are part of an already large group, or just starting out, this is an opportunity to come learn how to be even better. I look forward to you joining us in Manchester.’
Apply to attend
Applying is quick and simple: you can visit dentistry.co.uk/adg-conference, call us on 01923 851 777 or email us at events@fmc.co.uk.
Please RSVP at your earliest convenience as spots are filling fast.
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