The
Dentalpreneur
Podcast
Industry Leading Insights
The Dentalpreneur Podcast with Dr. Mark Costes is one of the top dental podcasts in the country, drawing tens of thousands of listeners each month. This isn’t your typical dental podcast—Mark covers everything from business and marketing to services, motivation, and more, keeping each episode both insightful and entertaining.
Tune in as Mark interviews not only dental professionals but also influential voices beyond dentistry, including Astronaut Clayton Anderson, elite athlete Ben Greenfield, bestselling author Ryan Holiday, former Navy SEAL Jocko Willink, and endurance athlete David Goggins, among others!
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2131: Proactive Marketing Strategies Pt. 2
On today’s episode, Mark and marketing expert Ryan Gross, CEO of CMO Share, unpack the evolving dental marketing landscape and the pivotal role of operational alignment. Ryan shares insights on AI’s growing impact, the importance of data-driven decision-making, and how transparency—like sharing pricing on your website—builds trust and attracts patients. They discuss the critical balance […]
2130: Proactive Marketing Strategies Pt. 1
On today’s episode, Mark dives into the complexities of dental marketing and patient acquisition with industry expert Ryan Gross, CEO of CMO Share. Ryan shares his latest insights into how economic shifts are driving changes in patient behavior, from the growing demand for immediate dental appointments to the rise of searches for financing options and […]
2129: Scaling Global Impact Pt. 2
On today’s episode, we continue our conversation with J.W. Oliver, the driving force behind SupportDDS and ZimWorks.com. J.W. shares how his company has revolutionized outsourcing by providing highly trained, university-educated team members to dental and medical practices worldwide. From call answering and insurance verification to high-level accounting and IT support, J.W.’s teams not only solve […]
2128: Scaling Global Impact Pt. 1
On today’s episode, we sat down with J.W. Oliver, a dynamic entrepreneur and the managing partner of SupportDDS and ZimWorks.com. With over 30 years of experience spanning 20 ventures, J.W. shares his journey from selling Pop Rocks as a kid to creating a global outsourcing powerhouse that employs over 1,200 people in Zimbabwe, Zambia, and […]
2127: Deal Structures, Equity, & Negotiation Tactics Pt. 2
On today’s episode, we continue with Brandon Moncrief of McLerran & Associates, a leading expert in dental transitions and DSO affiliations, to dive deep into the intricacies of holdco equity, joint venture structures, and maximizing practice valuations. Brannon explains the nuances of DSO deal structures, including the benefits and risks of holdco equity versus joint […]
2126: Deal Structures, Equity, & Negotiation Tactics Pt. 1
On today’s episode, we’re joined by Brannon Moncrief of McLerran & Associates, a trusted expert in dental practice transitions, DSOs, and private equity partnerships. Together, they unpack how the 2024 election results may influence interest rates, consolidation trends, and the appetite for DSOs and private equity firms in the dental sector. Brannon provides insights into […]
2125: Captive Insurance in Dentistry
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Adam Marburger, co-founder of the Dental Protection Group, to dive into the innovative 831B captive insurance model transforming the dental industry. Adam explains how this program offers dental practices a win-win solution: improving patient retention, creating tax advantages, and providing an opportunity for substantial long-term savings. […]
2124: Building a Black Belt Dental Practice Pt. 2
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes wraps up his powerful two-part keynote from the Voices of Dentistry conference in Scottsdale, Arizona. In this conclusion, he dives deep into the numbers that drive practice success, breaking down the phases and ratios that dentists can use to assess their practice health. Dr. Costes shares a compelling case […]
2123: Building a Black Belt Dental Practice Pt. 1
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes shares part one of his keynote from the Voices of Dentistry conference in Scottsdale, Arizona. He dives into the freedom of making clinical dentistry optional, recounting his personal journey through a challenging neck surgery and rapid return to work. Dr. Costes explores how to remove yourself as the bottleneck […]
2122: Purposeful Marketing
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Peter Beckwith, co-founder of Mad Rose Media and Chief Cultural Officer at Oak Forest Recovery. Peter shares his incredible journey from overcoming addiction and business collapse to building a thriving career centered around holistic dental marketing. A Cornell graduate with a background in video production, Peter […]
