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!
Listen on Apple
Listen on SpotifyFeatured Guests
1988: Leading with Vision
On today’s episode, we have Sydney Robinson, the executive director of DSN, discussing the most recent DSN posts that have garnered significant engagement. Sydney reflected on the recent event she organized in Charlotte, North Carolina, which was a major success. She described how practice leaders came together to share insights and learn from the FOA […]
1987: Empowering Practices & Elevating Teams
On today’s episode, we welcome back Dr. Summer Kassmel. Dr. Kassmel shares her experiences from a recent summit, reflecting on its success and her interactions with attendees, including students and professionals. They discuss the challenges and new ventures in dental education and management, focusing on Dr. Kassmel’s work in creating educational programs for dental assistants […]
1986: Level 10 Leadership & Cultural Excellence
On today’s episode, we dive into the themes of Leadership and Cultural Excellence, spotlighting the profound insights shared at this year’s Dental Success Summit. The session opens with reflections on the growth from a small team to a robust panel of seasoned Dental Success Black Belt Coaches, emphasizing the rigorous path of learning through both […]
1985: Blending Business Acumen with Dental Expertise
On today’s episode, Mark chats with Dr. Bill Keith, a key figure in DSI and COO of the innovative DSO, Dental Success Partners. Dr. Keith shares his journey from finance and real estate to taking over his father’s dental practice and its expansion, highlighting the integration of advanced dental technologies. They discuss the evolution of […]
1984: Growth & DSO Strategic Insights
On today’s episode, we welcome Kyle Francis, MBA, the Founder and President of Professional Transition Strategies, who shares his extensive expertise in the consolidation and transition of dental practices. Kyle begins by discussing the inevitable consolidation trend within the dental industry, emphasizing the strategic importance for practice owners to understand this wave, especially those who […]
1983: Practice Management Education
On today’s episode, we have a crossover from “Hi, I’m Dr.” featuring Dr. Mark Costes, hosted by Akhil Chawla. Mark delves into his journey from clinical dentistry to a broader focus on entrepreneurship and education. Graduating from Marquette University in 2002 and starting his practice in Arizona, Mark quickly transitioned from an associate to owning […]
1982: Innovation, Automation, & the Abundane Mindset
On today’s episode, we have Pedro Becker, the founder and CEO of Axle and Zenith Dental IT. Pedro’s journey from transforming Billboard and radio advertising to revolutionizing the dental industry through automation and AI is discussed. He shares insights into how his technology has automated processes in over 50 dental practices, increasing efficiency and reducing […]
1981: Innovating Dental SOPs
On today’s episode, we have Tom Brown, a seasoned expert in dental marketing and the founder and CEO of Tom Brown Consulting. Tom shares his extensive experience in enhancing dental vendors’ go-to-market strategies and his current role with My Dental SOP as a business advisor. The discussion delves into the significance of standard operating procedures […]
1980: Leading with Leadership
On today’s episode, we’re joined by frequent guest and esteemed colleague, Dr. Ben Kacos. As they delve into the challenges and intricacies of running a large dental practice, Dr. Kacos shares insights from his role as a black belt coach, his experiences with staff and practice management, and his thoughts on leadership within the dental […]
1979: Tackling the Horrors of Hiring Office Managers Pt. 2
On today’s episode, we have this two-part episode from the Dental Success Network’s Lady Leaders series, titled “Tackling the Horrors of Hiring Office Managers & For All Positions,” speakers Ashlee Hirschfeld, Sydney Robinson, and Summer Kassmel delve into various crucial aspects of the recruitment process within dental practices. The first part focuses on the importance […]
