Dental Destination CE Event I 2027 I Registration Open

Learning With Island Energy

Trade the office for Curaçao’s color, culture, and clear blue water. Enjoy valuable CE, practical ideas, and meaningful connection in one of the Caribbean’s most celebrated destinations.

Stay Steps From The Experience

CE on The Beach™ 2027 will be hosted at the beautiful Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort. Stay on property for oceanfront ease, resort energy, and more time to connect before and after sessions.

Choose Your CE Experience

Pick the Session option that fits your goals. With programs for dental professionals, teams, coaches, consultants, speakers, and industry leaders, there is a place for you.

CE on The Beach

I don’t go to dental meetings often, and I am so glad I finally said yes to attending CE on The Beach. There’s something powerful about walking into a room and feeling the frequency before a single word is spoken. This space was filled with wisdom, heart, and integrity. No performance. No pretense. Just purpose and presence. You could feel the standard and it was high. Minal curates with soul. Her events radiate quality, connection, and a deep sense of service. This was a room full of individuals committed to elevating the whole.
Dr. Mona Patel
We had an incredible time at CE on The Beach. Loved the vibe and info and connections that you have created for all of us! Learned something new every day and enjoyed every single one of those days! 10/10 recommend!
Dr. Jaju
Each day, I wake up reflecting on CE on The Beach. It was such a powerful, impactful, fun experience! Thank you for creating it! I met so many wonderful people. Truly, the best networking experience I have ever had at a dental event. I met people I had only "seen" on social media before. I believe that the networking is so successful due to the clientele you attract to your events. Open, honest, caring, intelligent individuals that want to make a difference in dentistry for everyone -- Not just to propel themselves forward in dentistry, but to collaborate with others and all share in the excitement of raising up dentistry together. Thank you for that! It was wonderful!
Dr. Shipp
"I have just met you, and I love you" - this sums up CE on the beach. Today was full of learning, fun, friends, and amazing food all on one of the worlds top ten beaches! Thank you Minal and CE on the beach! Great people, great learning, great food, great venue!
D. Carrier
Minal Sampat and the whole support team has hosted one of the best events I’ve attended in my career. CE on The Beach is EPIC in so many ways! My heart is full, my brain is focused and my soul is content knowing I am in the right place in the right time with the best tribe possible! Thank you Minal!
Debbie Z.
CE on The Beach was an amazing experience. Thank you Minal for always supporting us with our many twists and turns on our entrepreneurial endeavors. Can’t wait for next year!
Dr. Agarwal
Last week we had the pleasure of attending #CEontheBeach. Not only a course that was eye opening and exciting, but held at the beautiful location! Love the dental community we serve and love the people that we share this community with 🥂. This was an amazing trip and couldn’t thank Minal Sampat enough for putting this together.
Lana R.
I can't begin to describe how great today was! Minal, you know how to bring a group of amazing people together! CE on The Beach is the way to learn, connect, and enjoy island life!
Amanda Hill
Minal, I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for your exceptional hospitality, providing us with a wonderful venue, fantastic learning opportunities, and, above all, the best way to gain knowledge, friendship and serenity! 🌴🥂
Anne Duffy
The seminar was loaded with information. Got lots of ideas from all masterminds. Thank you 🙏🏼 for a wonderful session!
Dr. Angara
Invested this week at Minal Sampat's #CEontheBeach. Don’t wait to signing up for next year's event! Be ready to leave with a mind full of knowledge! A lot of great information! Thank you for a great CE on The Beach, Minal!
Theresa S.
Thank you Minal Sampat for all your hard work putting together this most enjoyable conference in such a beautiful place. You Rock!
Dr. Rizzo
Thank you Minal Sampat for hosting such a great event. I met new friends, connected with existing friends and colleagues. We learned so much about marketing over the past two days and had loads of fun along the way. I can’t wait to implement all I learned.
Dilaine G.
CE on The Beach felt different. You felt like you were part of something exclusive and important. You felt included even if no one had ever met you before. It felt good.
Dayna J.
What a fantastic time! Thank you Dr. DiCarlo for taking us, and Minal Sampat for throwing a fantastic marketing course and beach party. This has opened a new book for me!
Tanya F.
If you're a dentist and want to clarify your brand and learn content marketing strategies, then I highly recommend CE on The Beach! Minal Sampat is brilliant at creating destination events full of connection and opportunities to learn and grow!
Joanna Scott
Minal, you were an awesome teacher and so excited to put all this knowledge to good use with our marketing!
Smile Wonders
Such a great time with the best people! I love these events where we get to learn, have fun, and exchange new ideas!
Dr. Laura
So grateful for this opportunity to be here!! Loving it so far!! Can't wait to hear more tomorrow!
Dr. Bell
CE on the Beach 2.0. Sharper focus, tailored to a multilayered group of speakers, entrepreneurs. Lots of actionable content for all.
Anne G.
When the fun doesn’t end or not ready to come to an end. Minal, thanks for a great CE on The Beach! It has been amazing. Learnt a lot, new ideas, enjoyed the island!
Dr. June
I loved every minute of today! ! What a vibe! We still have several days to go but so far this has been an incredible trip! I can't believe this is work! Thanks Minal for a great CE on The Beach!
Samantha Jones
Feeling mesmerized by the beauty of this island! Not only did I get to attend an awesome CE thanks to Minal Sampat, got a much-needed R&R with my family.
Dr. Greene
I had an Amazing time! Can't wait till the next CE on the Beach!!
Dr. Petry
Minal, what you’ve created is truly spectacular & so meaningful. As I read about people attending - it made me realize how devoted and passionate you are to have created this special event! Kudos for following your heart & having such vision!
Karen D.
Just got back from CE on the Beach and wow… it truly never disappoints. This was my fourth time attending and every single year I walk away with so much value both personally and professionally. What makes this meeting so special is the perfect blend of being in a beautiful tropical setting while still diving deep into meaningful, actionable content. Whether you're a dentist, consultant, team member, speaker, or vendor, there’s something for everyone. It’s rare to find a meeting where the learning is just as energizing as the location but CE on The Beach delivers every time.
Vanessa V.
Consider me impressed!👏🏽👏🏽 I absolutely love what you’ve created with CE on The Beach!
Dr. Rice
I just wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you for hosting such a beautiful CE on The Beach event. It was truly a pleasure to attend — the setting, the energy, and the people made for an unforgettable experience!
Kendra G.
Dental Destination CE

CE on The Beach™ is heading to Curaçao, one of the Caribbean’s most vibrant and celebrated islands.

Every year, CE on The Beach™ brings dental education to a different island. Not just for the destination, but because there is something special about learning in a place that gives you room to think, connect, and see things in a new way.

In 2027, that place is Curaçao.

Named the No. 1 Best Caribbean Island to Visit by USA TODAY 10 Best, Curaçao is known for its colorful streets, crystal clear water, rich culture, and beautiful beaches. From the historic beauty of Willemstad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to the energy of the island itself, Curaçao feels like the perfect place for curiosity.

The word for 2027 is Curiosity.

Curiosity is what keeps us learning. It is what starts better conversations. It is what makes us explore new ideas, new places, and new connections.

That is the heart of CE on The Beach™.

This is valuable CE in a beautiful setting, with time to connect, unwind, and enjoy the island with your team, family, or friends.

Come curious. Leave inspired.

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Meeting Information

Explore your CE on The Beach™ 2027 registration options! Whether you are a dentist or team member looking for fresh ideas to grow your practice, or a speaker, coach, consultant, or aspiring Key Opinion Leader (KOL) looking to expand your influence and opportunities in dentistry, there is something for you.

Find the experience that fits your goals and get ready to learn, connect, and grow in Curaçao!

Earn Total of 9 CE Credits | Registration: $1297

Your Registration Includes:

Thursday, July 15th, 2027: CE Session | 7:45 AM – 1:00 PM

Friday, July 16th, 2027: CE Session | 7:45 AM – 1:00 PM

Join us for two impactful mornings of education and inspiration, designed specifically for dental professionals. You’ll walk away with real-world strategies to elevate your practice covering leadership, team development, treatment planning, technology, patient communication, and more.

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Group registration available. 

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Learn from leading experts in dentistry – all in a setting that fuels fresh thinking and meaningful connection.

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Add-on Session: Dental Spouse in Business Meeting  I Saturday, July 17th, 2027

If you and your partner work together in your practice, we have a something special for you! Join the Dental Spouse Group Meeting hosted by Beverly Wilburn! 4 Additional CE Credits. 

This Add-on session is $49/per person and features inspiring speakers, roundtable discussions, and real talk on building your practice as a couple.

Earn 4 CE Credits | Registration: $1297

Your Registration Includes:

Wednesday, July 14th, 2027: Main Session | 7:45 AM – 3:00 PM (4 CE Credits)

Ready to grow your influence in dentistry?

Whether you are a dentist curious about becoming a Key Opinion Leader (KOL), an aspiring speaker, or an established speaker, coach, or consultant, this day is for you!

Join us for a day focused on building your personal brand, expanding your professional opportunities, developing industry partnerships, and growing your presence in dentistry. Learn from experienced industry leaders, exchange ideas with fellow professionals, and make connections that could open new doors.

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Group registration available.

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Learn alongside peers and thought leaders in a setting that’s designed to spark new ideas, bold action, and meaningful connection.

 

Earn 13 CE Credits | Registration: $1997

Three Days. Two Unique Experiences. More Opportunities. Best Value. 

Get the complete CE on The Beach™ experience at a discounted rate! Your registration includes KOL Day plus both Dentist & Team CE days.

Your Schedule:

Wednesday, July 14th – Coaches, Consultants & Speakers Day
Main Session | 7:45 AM – 3:00 PM (4 CE Credits)

Thursday, July 15th – Dentists & Teams
CE Session | 7:45 AM – 1:00 PM (4.5 CE Credits)

Friday July 16th – Dentists & Teams
CE Session | 7:45 AM – 1:00 PM (4.5 CE Credits)

Optional Add-on: Dental Spouses in Business Meeting | Saturday, July 17th

Interested in attending the Dental Spouses in Business Meeting? This session requires separate registration and is not included in the 3-day experience. Please register separately.

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Group registration available. 

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Curacao Marriott Beach Resort

Important: Attendees are responsible for their own travel and lodging expenses, including airfare and hotel accommodations. This also includes any fees resulting from cancellations or changes.

Our room block is available July 9 through July 18, 2027. Based on hotel availability, group rates may also be available for stays from July 6 through July 21, 2027. All rooms, room categories, and extended-stay dates are limited, subject to availability, and reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Early booking is strongly recommended, as specific room types cannot be guaranteed.

Room Options:

  • Garden View King or Queen/Queen: $249/night, plus taxes & fees
  • Partial Ocean View King or Queen/Queen: $334/night, plus taxes & fees
  • Ocean View King or Queen/Queen: $374/night, plus taxes & fees
  • Oceanfront King or Queen/Queen: $414/night, plus taxes & fees
  • Oceanfront Suite: $949/night, plus taxes & fees
  • Limited connecting-room combinations, featuring one King room connected to one Queen/Queen room: $498/night, plus taxes & fees
  • NOTE: Rooms are based on availability. 

 

Amazing Room Block Bonus:

  • Book through the official CE on The Beach™ room block and receive a one-time $150 hotel credit, applied at checkout. 

 

Room Booking Information:

  • Room block link will be included in the registration confirmation email.
  • A two-nights deposit is required at the time of room reservation.
  • Limit one room at the conference rate per registrant.
  • Bonus perk: a one-time $150 credit will be applied upon checking out. 
  • Taxes & fees:  15% service charge, 7% daily room tax, $8 per person round-trip porterage gratuity plus 9% tax, and $4.50 per room housekeeping gratuity plus 9% tax.

 

Please note that you can stay elsewhere (another resort, VRBO, etc.) and still register to attend the meeting.

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Speakers & Topics

Minal Sampat, BA, RDH
Founder & Host of CE on The Beach™

Minal Sampat is a Best Selling Author, Marketing Strategist, Social Media Coach, and Dental Hygienist. She was born in India, grew up in the U.S. Virgin Islands, went to college in NJ, lived in WA State, and just this year, moved to Indianapolis with her husband and an extensive shoe collection!

She launched her first company by breaking a Guinness World Record and since then has helped 100s of dental practices and businesses with marketing strategies to grow production while reducing marketing expenses. 

Minal is also the founder of Marketologist™ – an online marketing training program and CE on the Beach™ – where she hosts Dental CE events on tropical islands! She is also the co-founder of the Pediatric Dental Marketing Course & Pediatric Dental Growth Summit! Minal’s marketing strategies have been featured in industry press AND on forbes.com…not once, not twice…but 7 times in the last 7 years.  

TWO SESSIONS

Presenting on Dentist & Team Days

Course Title: The Practice Growth Ripple Effect:
How Team Building, Patient Experience & Marketing Work Together

Practice growth is rarely the result of one big idea. It is often the ripple effect of what happens every day inside the practice.

This session invites dental professionals to get curious about how everyday actions inside the practice create a ripple effect across team connection, patient experience, marketing, and growth.

In this fast-paced, interactive session, Minal will connect three areas that directly influence growth: team building, patient experience, and marketing.

You will participate in practical team-building exercises designed to strengthen connection and communication, explore simple ways to create more memorable patient experiences, and learn how those moments can lead to stronger reviews, referrals, testimonials, social content, and word-of-mouth.

Expect practical ideas, live activities, and strategies you can take back to your team and use right away.

Learning Objectives:

  • Participate in team-building exercises that strengthen communication, collaboration, and connection within the dental team.

  • Identify patient experience strategies that create memorable moments and encourage loyalty, referrals, and positive word-of-mouth.

  • Learn how to turn team and patient experiences into practical marketing opportunities that support practice growth.

AGD Subject Code: 550, Practice Management and Marketing

Presenting on Key Opinion Leaders, Speakers, & Coaches Day

Course Title: The Relationship Pipeline: How KOLs Get Booked, Referred, and Remembered

In today’s dental industry, becoming a successful KOL is not just about creating content or having expertise. It is about building the right relationships, showing up with clarity, and becoming someone partners, meeting planners, brands, and colleagues trust, remember, and refer.

In this interactive session, Vanessa and Minal will share practical strategies for building meaningful industry relationships that lead to speaking opportunities, partnerships, referrals, and long-term visibility. Attendees will learn how to position themselves clearly, connect with potential partners without feeling salesy, and create a follow-up system that keeps them top of mind after events, introductions, and conversations. 

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the key relationships that can support KOL growth, including industry partners, meeting planners, sponsors, colleagues, and referral sources.
  • Develop a clear positioning message that communicates what they want to be known for and why they are easy to book, refer, or recommend.
  • Apply practical relationship-building and follow-up strategies to stay visible, professional, and memorable without relying only on social media content.

AGD Subject Code: 130; Electives

Tom Viola, R.p.h., C.C.P.

Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P., brings more than 30 years of experience as a board-certified pharmacist, clinical educator, professional speaker, and published author. His work has earned him a national and international reputation as the leading specialist in making pharmacology practical and relevant for every member of the dental team.

As founder of Pharmacology Declassified, Tom bridges two worlds, offering clear insight into the dental considerations of general medicine and the medical considerations of general dentistry. He serves on the faculty of more than 10 dental professional degree programs and has been honored multiple times as Teacher of the Year. His writing appears in numerous professional journals and pharmacology textbooks, and as a speaker, he has been recognized across the industry as a leader in continuing dental education. Since 2001, he has delivered over 2,000 engaging and informative seminars and webinars to dental professionals.

Presenting on Dentist & Team Days

Course Title: “I Want a (Really) New Drug!”: “Gas Station Drugs” and Illicit Uses For Licit Drugs – From Ages 8 to 80!

Substance use disorder (SUD) affects millions of individuals and presents unique clinical, ethical, and interpersonal challenges in dental practice.

From the dental implications of “new” or novel opioids to “gas station drugs” to synthetic cannabinoids, and the emerging and concerning illicit use of licit medications, participants will explore evidence-based approaches to providing non-judgmental, trauma-informed, and effective dental care to this vulnerable population, which spans ages 8 to 80.

Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize the oral and systemic signs of common and not-so-common substances of misuse, including the illicit use of licit medications in virtually all age groups.

  • Identify the potential complications of SUD during dental treatment, including drug interactions, anesthesia risks, and infection concerns.

  • Understand legal, ethical, and documentation considerations when treating patients with known or suspected SUD.

AGD Subject Code: 346; Opioid, Controlled Substances and Pain Management 

Sara Mahmood, DDS MS MAGD

Dr. Sara Mahmood is a dentist, entrepreneur, international speaker, and Founder & CEO of brush365, a growing multi-location dental group in the Dallas-Fort Worth area built on the promise of “Dentistry with Integrity.” She is a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), an honor achieved by fewer than 2% of general dentists, and a graduate of Harvard Medical School’s Surgical Leadership Program.

A passionate educator and advocate for clinical excellence, Dr. Mahmood serves as a Global Clinical Partner for SureSmile and has lectured nationally and internationally on clear aligner therapy, digital dentistry, case acceptance, leadership, and practice growth.

Her work has earned her recognition as a Dallas Business Journal 40 Under 40 and Women in Business honoree, as well as an Incisal Edge 40 Under 40 recipient. Beyond the operatory, she is passionate about building organizations where exceptional patient care, strong culture, and sustainable business growth can coexist. Dr. Mahmood brings a practical, energetic approach to education, sharing strategies clinicians can immediately apply to elevate both their dentistry and their practices.

Presenting on Dentist & Team Days

Course Title: Culture by Design: Building High-Performance Dental Teams That Thrive

Great dentistry starts with great culture. This course unpacks the leadership habits, communication systems, and accountability structures that turn an average team into a high-performing one. Attendees will learn practical strategies to elevate team cohesion, reduce turnover, inspire ownership, and create a practice environment where excellence is the default — not the exception.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn a repeatable framework for shaping a culture of excellence.

  • Strengthen communication between doctors, hygienists, and admin teams.

  • Implement systems that create consistency, accountability, and patient-focused care.

  • Explore leadership habits that elevate morale and performance.

  • Leave with actionable steps to develop team members and build long-term stability.

Co-Sponsored by: Mango Voice

AGD Subject Code: 550; Practice Management and Human Relations 

Tim Gard, CCP, CPAE

Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE, is an internationally acclaimed Hall of Fame speaker, master storyteller, author, and pioneer in the use of humor to transform stress into strength, improve communication, and make learning unforgettable.

With nearly three decades of professional speaking experience and more than 4,000 presentations worldwide—from Texas to Tasmania, Tim has mastered the art of turning everyday experiences into extraordinary learning opportunities that educate, entertain, and inspire.

A recipient of the prestigious Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation and an inductee of the Speaker Hall of Fame (CPAE), Tim was also honored in Washington, D.C., in 2026 as a Living Legend in the Speaking Profession.

Having worked with dental professionals, Tim understands the importance of effective communication, positive workplace humor, leadership, and resilience in today’s dental practices.

TWO SESSIONS

Presenting on Dentist & Team Days

Course Title: Change the Game: Using Humor, Perspective, and Purpose to Transform Stress into Strength

What if the secret to handling stress, difficult people, and unexpected challenges wasn’t changing your circumstances—but changing the way you see them?

Join internationally acclaimed Hall of Fame speaker Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE, for a hilarious, thought-provoking, and surprisingly practical experience that will change the way you look at everyday life. Through unforgettable stories, laugh-out-loud demonstrations, and powerful insights, Tim reveals how humor and a fresh perspective can transform frustration into opportunity, improve communication, strengthen relationships, and help us become more resilient. Designed for dentists and dental team members, this presentation delivers tools you can use immediately at work, at home, and everywhere else.

You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you may never look at life’s little frustrations quite the same way again. The game changes the moment you see another possibility!

Learning Objectives:

  • TBA

AGD Subject Code: 550; Practice Management and Human Relations

Presenting on Key Opinion Leaders, Speakers, & Coaches Day

Course Title: Finding the Funny: Discover Your Unique Humor Voice and Make Your Presentations Unforgettable!

You don’t have to be a comedian to be funny! Join Hall of Fame speaker and humor expert Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE, for a highly interactive, laugh-out-loud workshop designed to help dentists discover and develop their own authentic humor voice. Through entertaining demonstrations and live, one-on-one hot-seat coaching, Tim helps participants uncover the humor hiding in their everyday experiences, clinical stories, and presentations. Learn how to use timing, delivery, and perspective to connect with audiences, make complex information memorable, and add humor naturally without telling jokes or compromising professionalism.

Whether you’re an experienced dental speaker or just beginning your speaking journey, you’ll leave with practical techniques to make your presentations more engaging, entertaining, and uniquely yours. You don’t have to BE funny to FIND the funny—you just have to know where to look!

Learning Objectives:

  • TBA

AGD Subject Code: 770; Self-Improvement 

Mark E Hyman, DDS, MAGD

Dr. Mark E. Hyman is a renowned dentist from Greensboro, North Carolina, and a public speaker whose work is characterized by his warmth, enthusiasm, sense of humor, and passion for dentistry.

As an accomplished speaker, he has delivered talks across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Jamaica, The Bahamas, Israel, and England. He has earned national and international recognition and, since 2001, has been one of Dentistry Today magazine’s top speakers in dentistry. He loved his 32 years in private practice, taught at the Pankey Institute, and currently serves as an Adjunct Full Professor and Special Assistant to the Office of the Dean at the UNC Adams School of Dentistry in Chapel Hill, NC.

Presenting on Key Opinion Leaders, Speakers, & Coaches Day

Course Title: THE GIFT OF GAB-Mastering The THREE P’s of Public Speaking: Preparation, Podium Skills and Performance!

PUBLIC SPEAKING-MORE FEARED THAN DEATH, BUT EASIER TO FIX!

What is it that differentiates average seminars from masterful, unforgettable public performances?

Why do so many speakers lose their audience moments from their start, while others captivate and inspire their audiences from their memorable take-off? Get ready to laugh, learn, role-play and commit to being a captivating, highly sought out and mesmerizing speaker!

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn the fundamentals of preparation, podium performance and public speaking.

  • Review how to pick a captivating title, write a memorable introduction, a killer take-off and
    an inspiring landing for your seminars.

  • Discuss how to react when things go wrong from the podium, and how to recover!

AGD Subject Code: 770; Self-Improvement

Kelly Fox-Galvagni, RDA

Two weeks into her career as a trained-on-the-job dental assistant more than 35 years ago, Kelly Fox-Galvagni decided dentistry was the best profession in the world. That belief stayed with her from chairside to expert practice administrator and ultimately inspired her to launch Smile Potential Dental Coaching in 2008, with a mission to help dental professionals build practices they are proud to be part of.

Since then, Kelly and her team of expert coaches have worked with hundreds of practices across the Northeast, strengthening leadership, systems, profitability, and patient experience. She has taken that belief into the classroom too, serving on the Dean’s Advisory Council at Yeshiva University College of Dental Medicine and teaching future dentists in its groundbreaking three-year DDS program.

An award-winning international speaker, Kelly is high-energy, straight-talking, and allergic to fluff, a born-and-bred New Yorker who gets a room questioning old habits before they have finished their coffee. When she is not behind a mic, on stage in heels, you will find her outdoors and off-grid with her family and rescue animals.

Presenting on Dentist & Team Days

Course Title:What Are They Waiting For? What Really Drives Treatment Acceptance & Follow-Through

Patients say no. They say not now. They say yes, schedule, and then cancel. In a more selective economy, treatment acceptance depends on more than clearly explaining dentistry. Patients are weighing value, timing, fear, trust, priorities, finances, and how strongly they connect to the outcome.

Kelly Fox-Galvagni challenges attendees to get curious about what is really behind hesitation before responding to the objection. What does the patient actually understand? What matters most to them? Is the barrier truly financial, or is something else getting in the way?

Through real-world scenarios across necessary, comprehensive, and elective dentistry, Kelly will show how better questions, stronger handoffs, clearer value communication, and consistent follow-through can help patients move from recommendation to genuine commitment and completed care.

Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize the barriers and communication gaps that cause patients to decline, delay, cancel, or fail to complete treatment.
  • Use curiosity-driven questions to uncover the real concerns, priorities, motivations, and desired outcomes behind patient hesitation.
  • Strengthen team communication, handoffs, financial conversations, and follow-through to build greater treatment commitment from recommendation through completed care.

AGD Subject Code: 550; Practice Management and Human Relations

Stephen Brand, DMD, FAGD

Dr. Stephen Brand, DMD, FAGD, is a cosmetic and restorative dentist, practice owner, and nationally recognized dental educator. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine in 2019, with international externships in India and China. He subsequently completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at the Medical University of South Carolina, where he served as Chief Resident.

In 2021, Dr. Brand founded Brand Dental, a technology-driven private practice in Kingston, Pennsylvania, focused on comprehensive, cosmetic, and digitally driven dentistry. He is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and has been recognized as both Best General Dentist and Best Cosmetic Dentist in his community for five consecutive years.

Dr. Brand also serves as Team Dentist for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins and has lectured for organizations including the Academy of General Dentistry, Nobel Procera, and Benco Dental. His educational focus centers on dental photography, digital dentistry, clinical efficiency, esthetics, and using modern technology to improve patient care and communication.

Presenting on Dentist & Team Days

Course Title: Focus on Smiles: The Art & Science of Dental Photography

Dental photography is more than documentation—it is a powerful tool for practice growth, marketing, improving clinical outcomes, patient communication, and laboratory collaboration.

This course provides a practical approach to incorporating high-quality photography into everyday dental practice, from understanding DSLR camera settings and the exposure triangle to mastering composition, lighting, and the principles of color.

Attendees will learn how consistent photographic protocols can enhance diagnosis and treatment planning, improve communication with patients and laboratories, strengthen case presentation and acceptance, build practice growth through social media and marketing and elevate the presentation of esthetic dentistry. The course is designed to make dental photography predictable, efficient, and immediately applicable to the entire dental team.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand and apply the fundamental principles of dental photography, including manual DSLR operation, ISO, aperture, shutter speed, lighting, composition, and color concepts such as hue, chroma, and value.
  • Implement a predictable clinical photography workflow to improve documentation, treatment planning, esthetic evaluation, laboratory communication, and consistency among members of the dental team.
  • Utilize dental photography as a communication and practice-development tool to better educate patients, present treatment, increase perceived value and case acceptance, grow your practice, develop your social media/marketing, and professionally showcase clinical outcomes.

Co-Sponsored by: Nobel BioWare & Benco Dental

AGD Subject Code: 138; Dental Photography

Karen Daw, MBA, CECM, CDIPC, RIMS-CRMP

Karen Daw, MBA, CECM, CDIPC—better known as “The OSHA Lady”—has spent more than 30 years helping dental professionals recognize the risks, habits, and workplace issues that are easy to miss when you see them every day. A nationally recognized speaker, consultant, and former Health & Safety Director at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, Karen turns complicated safety and regulatory issues into practical strategies teams can actually use.

Her expertise spans OSHA, infection control, workplace violence prevention, verbal de-escalation, and the systems that create safer, stronger dental practices. She has contributed to national infection-control initiatives and has appeared on ABC’s 20/20, Discovery Channel, and The Doctors.

Known for humor, memorable stories, and a decidedly non-boring approach to serious subjects, Karen challenges audiences to look at familiar situations a little differently. Because sometimes the biggest risks in a dental practice aren’t the ones no one knows about, they’re the ones everyone has gotten used to. And once Karen points them out, you may never look at your practice the same way again.

Presenting on Dentist & Team Days

Course Title: What Else Could Be True? Why Good Teams Drift from Safety, and How to Bring Them Back

Good teams don’t suddenly decide to stop caring about safety. More often, small workarounds become habits, competing priorities take over, and “just this once” quietly becomes the norm. Over time, even experienced, well-trained teams can drift away from the systems designed to protect them.

In this engaging and highly relatable session, Karen Daw, “The OSHA Lady”, explores why safety drift happens and why simply reminding people of the rules rarely fixes it. Using real-world dental examples, attendees will examine the human factors, assumptions, workplace pressures, and system weaknesses that influence everyday decisions. They’ll also learn to ask one deceptively simple question, “What else could be true?”, to move beyond blame, uncover what is really driving behavior, and create changes that actually stick.

Learning Objectives:

  • Apply communication techniques used by professional speakers and de-escalation experts to lower tension and improve difficult conversations.
  • Recognize how cognitive overload, assumptions, bias, competing priorities, and other human factors influence behavior.
  • Use simple perspective-shifting techniques to look at familiar problems differently, challenge first assumptions, and uncover new ways forward when the same approach is no longer working.

AGD Subject Code: 565; Documentation and Risk Management

Steven D. Spitz, DMD

Steven D. Spitz, DMD, is a nationally recognized prosthodontist and the founder of Smileboston Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry. With over 30 years of specialized expertise, providing comprehensive care including prosthodontics, periodontics, orthodontics, and surgical care.

A pioneer in innovation, Dr. Spitz was the first dentist in the United States to place dental implants using the Waterlase Laser, the first non-orthodontist to utilize Invisalign, and is the only prosthodontist worldwide to hold an Advanced Pinhole Certification.

Beyond Smileboston, Dr. Spitz has served the profession as the current President of the Massachusetts Dental Society and past president of the Alpha Omega International Dental Society and served as a clinical professor at Harvard School of Dental Medicine. His dedication extends into the community as well: he works with Holocaust survivors through the Alpha Omega Henry Schein Cares program, is the past dentist on-call dentist for the Boston Red Sox and currently provides care for animals ranging from gorillas to jaguars for Zoo New England.

Presenting on Dentist & Team Days

Course Title:The Art of Leading People, Building Culture, and Creating the Future of Your Practice

What does it take to move from being an exceptional clinician to becoming an exceptional leader? Dentistry demands clinical excellence, but building a thriving practice requires much more than what happens in the operatory.

In this engaging and practical session, we explore the leadership principles that transform a group of individuals into a coordinated, high-performing team. Drawing on the same comprehensive approach used in patient care—diagnose, plan, execute, and evaluate—participants will learn how to define their practice’s mission and vision, align their team around a shared purpose, develop accountability, and prepare their business for the future. Discover how to lead beyond the chair, multiply your impact, and build a practice that is greater than any one individual.

Learning Objectives:

  • Differentiate between the responsibilities of a clinical provider and those of a practice leader, identifying leadership behaviors that support team performance and patient care.

  • Develop a clear practice mission, vision, and strategic goals that establish direction and align team members around a shared purpose.

  • Implement practical leadership strategies for improving communication, delegation, accountability, and coordination within the dental team, including 12 questions every practitioner should ask.

  • Evaluate current practice operations and identify opportunities to strengthen team development, embrace change, and create a sustainable plan for future growth.

AGD Subject Code: 550; Practice Management and Human Relations

Vanessa Vitagliano

Vanessa Vitagliano is the founder of V2 Growth Strategies and has spent over 15 years in the dental industry turning relationships into business growth. Throughout her career, she has built referral, affiliate, reseller, and strategic partnership programs, working alongside hundreds of KOLs, consultants, vendors, and industry leaders.

Her strength lies in seeing opportunities others may miss and creating partnerships that deliver meaningful value for both sides. Vanessa’s strategies have helped companies uncover a collective $30 million in untapped growth through partnerships and business development. Today, she helps dental companies build more intentional growth strategies and turn the right relationships into long-term opportunities. Outside of work, Vanessa has a passion for international solo travel and is always looking for her next country to explore.

Presenting on Key Opinion Leaders, Speakers, & Coaches Day

Course Title: The Relationship Pipeline: How KOLs Get Booked, Referred, and Remembered

In today’s dental industry, becoming a successful KOL is not just about creating content or having expertise. It is about building the right relationships, showing up with clarity, and becoming someone partners, meeting planners, brands, and colleagues trust, remember, and refer.

In this interactive session, Vanessa and Minal will share practical strategies for building meaningful industry relationships that lead to speaking opportunities, partnerships, referrals, and long-term visibility.

Attendees will learn how to position themselves clearly, connect with potential partners without feeling salesy, and create a follow-up system that keeps them top of mind after events, introductions, and conversations. 

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the key relationships that can support KOL growth, including industry partners, meeting planners, sponsors, colleagues, and referral sources.
  • Develop a clear positioning message that communicates what they want to be known for and why they are easy to book, refer, or recommend.
  • Apply practical relationship-building and follow-up strategies to stay visible, professional, and memorable without relying only on social media content.

AGD Subject Code: 130; Electives

Olivia Smith, BA

Olivia Smith is a trusted consultant, coach, and national speaker with a passion for helping dental practices thrive. With experience supporting over 100 practices across the country, Olivia brings a wealth of knowledge in operations, practice transitions, team coaching, and training.

At OS Dental Consulting, we specialize in implementing effective systems and empowering doctors to bring their vision to life. We offer a hands-on, customized approach designed to elevate your practice and strengthen your team—every step of the way!

Presenting on Dentist & Team Days

Course Title: Know Your Numbers: Using KPIs to Drive Practice Performance

KPIs provide more than a snapshot of practice performance—they help leaders identify opportunities, uncover breakdowns in systems, and make better business decisions. This fast-paced session will break down the most important dental practice KPIs, what they reveal, and how to turn the numbers into actionable strategies for improvement.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the key KPIs every dental practice should monitor.
  • Explain what common KPI trends may reveal about practice systems and performance.
  • Use a simple framework to move from data → diagnosis → action.

AGD Subject Code: 550; Practice Management

Shane Simmons

Shane Simmons, Founder & CEO of Crimson Media and a two-time Emmy Award-winning storyteller.

Shane helps dentists build thriving practices through relationship-based marketing that attracts loyal, long-term patients without relying on discounts or gimmicks. He’s guided hundreds of practices to sustainable growth across the country, with many surpassing $1 million collections in their first year under his direction.
Crimson Media is known for blending compelling narrative with data-driven strategy to build brands patients actually connect with. That expertise in patient acquisition, branding, and digital marketing has made Shane a sought-after voice in the dental industry.

Shane is a family man and he and his wife Kristen have two children.

Presenting on Dentist & Team Days

Course Title: How to Go from Invisible to Unavoidable: The Strategy That Took A Practice from 42 to 91 New Patients a Month

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still can’t figure out why the practice down the street is always the one patients find first, this session was built for you.

Shane tells the story of a practice owner who sat at 42 new patients a month for three years, tried the same channels, switched vendors twice, and got nowhere.

Until one shift changed everything. No massive budget. No complicated tech. Just a smarter way to show up across the touchpoints your patients are already using to make their decision. That practice hit 91 new patients a month.

You’ll leave this session knowing exactly how they did it and with a clear plan to do the same.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the hidden cost of the “cross your fingers” marketing strategy and why it creates unpredictability.
  • Understand the modern patient journey and why single-channel thinking which is no longer relevant in 2027.
  • Learn the four-part flywheel: social, search, reviews, relationship, which replaces guesswork with predictable momentum.

Sponsored by: Crimson Media

AGD Subject Code: 550; Practice Management and Marketing 

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Passport & Entry Requirements

  • U.S. travelers must have a valid passport to enter Curaçao. Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay.
  • Before arrival, all international travelers must complete Curaçao’s Digital Immigration Card online. Please complete the form before you travel and save a digital or printed copy of your confirmation.
  • Travelers may also be asked to show a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds or accommodations.
  • U.S. citizens traveling for tourism generally do not need a visa for a short stay in Curaçao. Travelers with passports from other countries should confirm their specific entry requirements before booking travel.

 

Airport: Curaçao International Airport, also known as Hato International Airport (CUR). The Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort is approximately 15 minutes from the airport.

Transportation Options:

  • Taxis are available at the airport.
  • Private airport transfers may be arranged in advance.
  • Rental cars are available at the airport for guests who would like to explore the island during their stay.
  • You may also contact the Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort concierge directly for transportation recommendations or assistance arranging car service.

THURSDAY, JULY 15th | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Marriott Beach Resort

Back by popular demand, and because we know you love it, the CE on The Beach™ Beach Party is back.

This is the night everyone talks about long after the event is over. Think ocean air, music & dancing, cocktails, connection, and that barefoot luxury feeling that makes CE on The Beach™ so special.

Come ready to celebrate, mingle, dance, take photos, and make memories with your CE on The Beach community in one of the most beautiful settings in the world.

This is not just another reception. This is the Beach Party.

Suggested attire: Resort chic

Please note: The Beach Party is not included with CE registration and requires a separate ticket purchase.

Tickets: 

Registerd attendees: $150 

Bringing guests? We’d love to have them join the celebration!

Adult Guest Ticket: $170/adult

Child Guest Ticket: $60 for ages 3–12.

Children 2 and under may attend complimentary.Guests 13 and older require an Adult Guest ticket.

Venue: Curacao Marriott Beach Resort

Important: Hotel accommodations are not included with CE on The Beach™ registration. Registration reserves your seat for the event. Your hotel room must be booked separately.

Room Block: We have a discounted Room Block at the Curacao Marriott Beach Resort. 

Note: You are welcome to stay elsewhere, including another resort, hotel, vacation rental, or private rental, and still register to attend the meeting.

Travel Responsibility: Attendees are responsible for arranging and covering their own travel expenses, including airfare, hotel accommodations, and any additional rooms for family or friends. This includes any fees resulting from changes or cancellations to those bookings.

Registration is for the CE on The Beach™ event option selected and is subject to the cancellation and transfer policy below.

All cancelation and transfer requests must be submitted in writing to Info@MinalSampat.com.

Refund Timeline: 

  • Cancellations made within 24 hours of registration will receive a full registration refund, minus any processing fees.

  • Cancellations made on or before December 15, 2026 will receive a 70% registration refund, minus any processing fees.

  • Cancellations made between December 16, 2026 and March 15, 2027 will receive a 50% registration refund, minus any processing fees.

  • Cancellations after March 15, 2027 are not eligible for a refund.

 

Transfer Timeline: 

  • Registrations may be transferred to another attendee until May 14, 2027.
  • The original registrant is responsible for finding the replacement attendee and submitting the new attendee’s full registration information by the transfer deadline.
  •  After May 14, 2027, registrations are not eligible for a refund, transfer, or credit.

 

In the unlikely scenario that the meeting needs to be cancelled or rescheduled, full registration credit toward a future event will be provided. This purchase is for event registration. Your registration reserves your seat for the CE on The Beach™ event option selected at checkout. Event services are delivered on the scheduled date or dates for that specific registration option.

Payment & Registration Terms

Registration is for the CE on The Beach™ event option selected. Event services are delivered on the scheduled date or dates for that specific registration option. By completing registration, you acknowledge and accept the payment, cancellation, transfer, travel responsibility, and event terms as final and binding.

Payment Disputes

Filing a chargeback or payment dispute after registering may result in revocation of registration. CE on The Beach™ reserves the right to recover amounts owed under the cancellation and transfer policy, including administrative, processing, and chargeback fees, to the fullest extent permitted by law. Chargeback fees are nonrefundable.

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CE on The Beach™ reserves the right to refuse, revoke, or cancel any registration, including future registrations, in cases involving disruptive conduct, harassment, abusive communication, payment disputes, violation of event policies, false registration information, or behavior that may negatively impact the event experience for attendees, speakers, sponsors, staff, or venue partners.

Got Questions? Please send an email to Info@MinalSampat.com or text (732) 501-0955. We are here for you. 

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By Industry Experts

What: Each expert will take the stage for just 10 minutes to share their best insights on critical topics like medical & dental billing, cybersecurity, case acceptance, hiring, communication, and more.

When: During the main sessions on June 26th & 27th. 

Experts: Malika Azargoon, Amy Wood, Olivia Smith, Dilaine Gloege & Luan Jackson. 

Malika Azargoon: 6/26/26
 
Course: 3 Power Moves Every Dental Office Manager Needs to Grow a Profitable Practice
 
Course Description: In “3 Power Moves Every Dental Office Manager Needs to Grow a Profitable Practice,” you will learn the three essential strategies that separate average practices from thriving ones. From mastering key systems and optimizing the schedule, to strengthening team accountability and increasing case acceptance, this session will focus on practical, real-world solutions that can be implemented immediately.
 
Learning Objectives:
  1. Identify and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) that drive practice profitability, including production, collections, case acceptance, and scheduling efficiency.
  2. Implement three core operational systems to improve workflow, increase team accountability, and reduce inefficiencies within the dental practice.
  3. Apply effective communication and leadership strategies to enhance case acceptance, strengthen team performance, and elevate the overall patient experience.

 

Dilaine Gloege, CDA, CPC: 6/27/26

Course: From Aloha to Approved: Recognizing When to Bill Medical

Description: Join us in beautiful Maui for a fast-paced 10-minute session where you will learn
to identify dental procedures and diagnoses that may be covered under medical plans, know exactly when to bill medical or dental insurance, and the documentation required for medical necessity, equipping you to make confident, accurate billing decisions from Aloha to Approved.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify common dental procedures and diagnoses that may qualify for
    reimbursement by the patient’s medical plan
  2. Differentiate between services that should be billed to dental insurance
    based on medical necessity and payer guidelines
  3. Recognize key documentation elements that support medical
    necessity
 
Luan Jackson, PhD, RN, CS: 6/27/26
 

Course: When Communication Ruins the Office

Poor communication can quietly damage morale, productivity, teamwork, and trust within an office. Misunderstandings, assumptions, avoidance, tone, and unclear expectations often create unnecessary stress and conflict that affect both employees and organizational effectiveness.

This brief presentation explores common communication habits that negatively impact workplace culture and highlights practical ways to improve everyday interactions. Gaining insight into how communication breakdowns occur, how they influence relationships and workflow, and how small changes in communication style will create a healthier, more productive office environment.

Learning Objectives: 

  1.  Recognize two common communication mistakes that increase workplace tension and misunderstanding.
  2. Be able to use two simple communication techniques that will improve clarity and reduce conflict in the office.

 

Amy Wood: 6/26/26

Course: Predictions from a Data Breach Consultant: How to Avoid Being One of My Stories

Description: Drawing from real breach investigations, data breach consultant Amy Wood reveals the patterns behind today’s most common cyber incidents and the straightforward steps that could have prevented each one.

Learning Objectives: 

  1. Identify the most common entry points and human behaviors that lead to data breaches in dental practices.
  2. Apply a practical, prioritized action plan to reduce risk before an incident occurs.

Add On: Dental Spouse in Business Session

Back by popular demand for 2026! If you and your partner work together in your practice, this one’s for you.

Join host Beverly Wilburn for an empowering, honest, and uplifting session created specifically for dental couples working together.

When: Wednesday, June 24th, 2026. 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Yes, this is 4 CE credits!)

Cost: $49 per person (Spots are limited—this session sold out in 2025!)

Why You’ll Love It:

    • Created for couples who run the practice together
    • Hear from others who get it
    • Speakers, roundtables, and real talk
    • A mix of inspiration, strategy, and connection
    • Bonus: Earn 4 CE credits while doing something meaningful together

 

SPEAKERS

Steven D. Spitz, DMD  from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM 

Title: “Thanks Doc, You Saved My Life”: A Comprehensive Approach to Treatment Planning Using the 3 D’s

Description: This course presents a systematic, comprehensive approach to patient care, from initial interview through final execution, using the “3 D’s” framework: Diagnose, Design, and Deliver. Attendees will learn how to apply this structured methodology to improve case acceptance, enhance clinical outcomes, and streamline treatment planning. Drawing from both human and veterinary dental experiences, this presentation also explores the unique perspective gained from treating exotic animals across the country, including lions, tigers, and bears, and highlights key similarities and differences between human and veterinary
dentistry.

Learning Objectives

  1. Understand and apply the “3 D’s” framework: Diagnose, Design, and Deliver
  2.  Implement a proven system to improve case acceptance and comprehensive treatment planning
  3.  Recognize key principles in adapting clinical workflows across diverse patient types
  4.  Identify similarities and differences between human and veterinary dentistry
  5. Gain insight into the clinical and logistical considerations of treating exotic animal cases

Lecture, up to 1 hour; AGD Subject Code:149; multi-disciplinary topics

 

Valerie Woo, DMD  from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Title: Half Nester™: The Leadership Shift Nobody Prepared You For

Description: Life inevitably brings seasons where roles shift faster than our identity can catch up. Careers remain demanding while family and leadership responsibilities evolve. Externally, life appears successful. Internally, many professionals feel depleted, reactive, and untethered, navigating change without clear structures to lean on. In this program, Dr. Valerie Woo equips participants with a practical pathway for designing sustainable rhythm during seasons of transition. Through the Half Nester™ lens and her LEADS Framework, Valerie guides participants to make intentional choices about priorities, energy, and emotional responses. Emphasis is placed on rhythm, emotional regulation, and a leadership style that is responsive rather than reactive. The outcome is greater stability, presence, and capacity across life’s various seasons.

Learning Objectives

  1. Identify the defining characteristics of Half Nester™ seasons
  2. Recognize where over-functioning, self-reliance, or outdated roles are draining capacity
  3. Explore simple, repeatable strategies and tools for navigating your personal and
    professional leadership roles
  4. Apply the LEADS pathway to translate Half Nester™ principles into practical rhythms, boundaries, and redesigned support structures
  5. Leave with one season appropriate next step that supports sustained, meaningful forward motion

Lecture up to 1 hour; AGD Subject code: 770; Self-Improvement

 

Jamie Marboe, BSDH  from 10:40 AM to 12:40 PM

Title: Leading Together: A Strengths-Driven Partnership

Description: This interactive 2-hour workshop helps dentists and their spouses understand how CliftonStrengths influences communication, decision-making, leadership, and partnership dynamics. Participants will learn practical strategies to leverage individual strengths, reduce friction, improve collaboration, and create healthier personal and professional relationships.

Learning Objectives

  1. Identify how individual CliftonStrengths influence communication styles, decision-making, and partnership dynamics.
  2.  Recognize how differing strengths can contribute to both productive collaboration and
    interpersonal tension within personal and professional relationships.
  3. Discover what each of you bring to and need from the partnership to move forward more cohesively.

Lecture up to 2 hours; AGD Subject code: 550; Practice Management and Human Relations

 

Beverly Wilburn

Topic: Mini-Mind Tiki Tips and Takeaways Roundtable from 12:40 PM to 1:00 PM

Lecture up to .5 hours; AGD Subject Code: 149; Multidisciplinary Topics

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