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Brett Kessler, D.D.S., will assume the ADA presidency in 2024 The CDA is proud to announce that its very own Dr. Brett Kessler was elected today, Oct. 10, as the new president-elect of the ADA at the ADA House of Delegates Meeting in Orlando, FL. Passionately challenging the status quo but staying true to the ADA’s mission and values, CDA …
The Colorado Dental Association proudly announces its new executive director and CEO, Molly Pereira. As Molly enters her 21st year at the CDA, she will become the association’s first female executive director and CEO. Molly started with the CDA in 2002 and has worked in nearly every facet of the association, most recently as associate executive director and interim executive …
By Molly Pereira, Interim Executive Director From the Winter 2023 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association We’ve all heard the phrase, “it’s not what you say, but how you say it.” I believe that and preach it, but the other way to say this is, “it’s not what you say, but what they hear.” We all communicate with people each day, …
CDA Past President Dr. Brett Kessler announced his candidacy for ADA President at the 2022 ADA House of Delegates meeting in Houston, TX. Dr. Kessler is a general dentist in Greenwood Village, CO. He is an ambassador for professional wellness and the current 14th District Trustee to the ADA, representing Colorado and six other states. If you haven’t met Dr. …
By Greg Hill, J.D. From the Summer 2022 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association On June 2, 2014, I walked into the headquarters of the Colorado Dental Association for the very first time as your executive director. I was excited and nervous as I sat out on a journey to be the very best executive director I could be and to …
By Carrie Mauterer, D.D.S., CDA Editor From the Spring 2022 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association One of the things I missed the most during COVID lockdowns and restrictions was the theater. A few weeks ago, I was lucky enough to be invited to attend “Hamilton” as it rolled through Denver (with a ticket won in the lottery back in 2019)! …
By Carrie Mauterer, D.D.S., CDA President From the Winter 2021 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association One year ago, I stumbled upon the book, “The Road to Character” by David Brooks. Mr. Brooks captured my attention immediately as he explored two different sets of gifts that we bring to this world. He separated our attributes into two categories: the résumé virtues …
At the 2018 CDA Annual Session in Crested Butte, Colo., the association recognized exceptional leaders in the dental community. CDA Exceptional Service Award: Dr. Justin Pearson Dr. Pearson has served for the past two years as the chair of the CDA New Dentist Committee (NDC), a group that is comprised of dentists who are 10 years or less out of …
The CDA Annual Session allows you to combine a family-fun weekend with business and CE. This year, we’re holding the meeting in beautiful Crested Butte, Colo. It’s a great opportunity to get involved with organized dentistry. Volunteer to be a delegate today or run for an officer position! Register With Your Component to Be a CDA Delegate Represent your component …
Ready to make a difference in Colorado healthcare? Not sure where to start? Primary Care Movers and Changers (PCMAC) is a new leadership training program offered by the Regional Institute for Health and Environmental Leadership, in collaboration with organizations in the state, that will teach participants a range of leadership skills, delivered through four transformative in-person sessions facilitated by renowned …
