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Career Accelerator Program

An Intensive Program for Early-Career Dentists

What is the Career Accelerator Program (CAP)? It's a practical business training program designed for new dentists. CAP training is a 4-month business-focused continuum led by subject matter experts that will provide early-career dentists with essential business knowledge to enhance and accelerate their career development and allow for more informed decision-making. CAP runs from March to June and beyond, with biannual follow-up get-togethers planned. The program offers a mix of business and social programs, both in-person (at the MDS headquarters, 2 Willow Street, Southborough, MA) and hybrid, to create a community of support for participants.  

This initiative is in response to member feedback, emphasizing the importance of business proficiency. Reserve your spot now. Register today!


Use Button to Register for the Entire Program Package.

Want to register for individual courses only? Please use registration links found below the course descriptions.

 

Pricing


All Sessions Package (MDS Member Only): $129

Per Class (MDS Member): $30

Per Class (Non-Member): $50 (If space is available)




Schedule

 

    WED

    Mar 5

 

 

    Session 1

    6:30 – 7:30 pm

    Understanding the Practice Numbers — Dental Practice CFO Webinar

    Mark Rosen


 

    WED

    Mar 19

 

 

    Session 2

    6:30 – 8:30 pm

    Protect Your Career and Finances

 

    Andrew Bonetti

 

    Jon Eskow

 


 

    WED

    Apr 16

 

 

    Session 3

    6:30 – 8:30 pm

    Thriving in Your Environment — Building Leadership and Culture

 

    Stephen Markowitz

     

    Dave Miller

     


 

    WED

    May 14

 

 

    Session 4

    6:30 – 8:30 pm

    Understanding Practice Operations — Dental Practice COO View

 

    Nancy Kagan

    Blake Cohen

     


 

    WED

    May 21

 

 

    Session 5

    6:30 – 8:30 pm

    Social Night — Dinner with Practice Owners and Industry Leaders


    (Full Package Purchase Exclusive)

 


     


 

    WED

    Jun 18

 

 

    Session 6

    6:30 – 7:30 pm

    What is a Practice Worth, and Should You Buy It?

 

    Brian Alferman Blake Cohen Dave Miller

       


 

    On-Demand

    Webinar

 

 

    Session 7

    Full Package Purchase Exclusive

    Marketing 101 Webinar

 

    Presented By

     

     


 

    TBD

    TBD

 

 

    Session 8 (Optional)

    TBD (Full Package Purchase Exclusive)

    Dental Start-up Bus Tour

 

Session 1: Understand the Practice Numbers — Dental Practice CFO Webinar

Mark Rosen, CPA, Managing Partner, Rosen & Associates

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

6:30 – 8:30 pm

Live Zoom Webinar

No continuing education credits will be offered.

Program Description

  • Learn how to read a dental practice's income and expense statement.
  • Understand the difference between fixed, variable, and discretionary expenses in practice. Apply key metrics to evaluate practice growth potential.
  • Understand associate compensation and verify your production/collections.

Session 2: Protect Your Career Finances

Jon Eskow, Eskow Law Group; Andrew Bonetti CFP®, MBA, Financial Consultant, CCR Wealth Management

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

6:30 – 8:30 pm

In-Person—Massachusetts Dental Society, 2 Willow Street, Southborough, MA

No continuing education credits will be offered.


Program Description

  • Understand the critical legal principles involved in associate contracts and how they play into future career plans.
  • Understand what “equity” means in relation to dental offices. This will give you confidence when deciding whether to accept or reject equity opportunities from your current employer.
  • Discuss large financial decisions like purchasing your first home and how to manage student loan debt, financial literacy, and personal risk assessment for associates and future practice owners.
  • As your income climbs, so do your taxes. Understand tax-deferred accounts, personal insurance options, and other investment strategies available while paying down student loan debt.

Session 3: Thriving in Your Environment — Building Leadership and Culture

Dr. Stephen Markowitz, Founder and CEO, MFD Dental Management; Dave Miller, Managing Partner, Rosen Dental Transitions

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

6:30 – 8:30 pm

In-Person—Massachusetts Dental Society, 2 Willow Street, Southborough, MA

CE: 2

Dinner will be provided.


Program Description

  • Learn from the best in the business about building a practice culture and team that leads to staff retention and a happier working environment.
  • As an associate, gain valuable tips on how to maximize your productivity and become irreplaceable to the practice .
  • Supply management—how much do you need, how to leverage savings.

Session 4: Understanding Practice Operations — Dental Practice COO View

Nancy Kagan, CEO & Partner, Rosen Summit Dental Advisors; Blake Cohen, Partner and Senior Consultant, Rosen Summit Dental Advisors

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

6:30 – 8:30 pm

In-Person—Massachusetts Dental Society, 2 Willow Street, Southborough, MA

CE: 2

Dinner will be provided.

Program Description
  • Become a ninja in revenue cycle management for a dental practice.
  • Understand the decision-making process with in-network and out-of-network insurances.
  • Understand your pay as an associate by understanding how payments are allocated and how your day is scheduled.

Session 5: Social Night — Dinner with Practice Owners and Industry Leaders

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

6:30 – 8:30 pm

In-Person—Arturo's Restaurant, 54 E Main St, Westborough, MA

Join us for an evening of dinner and small group discussion where each table will be led by an experienced dentist and industry professional. It's an opportunity to network and learn from other dentists who have been in your shoes.

Session 6: What is a Practice Worth, And Should You Buy It?

Brian Alfermann, Vice President and North East Dental Acquisition Specialist, Bank of America; Blake Cohen, Partner and Senior Consultant, Rosen Summit Dental Advisors; Dave Miller, Managing Partner, Rosen Dental Transitions

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

6:30 – 7:30 pm

Live Zoom Webinar

No continuing education credits will be offered.

Program Description
  • Understand how dental practice value is determined and why cash flow is so important.
  • Become acclimated to the current market conditions and the process.
  • Create a business plan to help you find your first practice to buy.

Session 7: Marketing 101 Webinar

Watch at your convenience. Link will be provided to all CAP registrants.

On-Demand Webinar

No continuing education credits will be offered.

Program Description
  • Understand various marketing concepts and how to generate new patient flow using those concepts.


This course is only available as part of the full-package purchase.

Session 8: Dental Start–Up Bus Tour

Date and time to be determined by the group.

In-Person


Program Desciption
  • Board a bus with a lender, dental contractor, designer, and real estate agent, and visit various construction sites.
  • Learn about the importance of design, picking the right space, budgeting correctly, and setting the foundation for a high-producing practice.

This tour is only available as part of the full-package purchase.

 


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