The Dental Business Conference by KADA

About The Conference

Join the Korean American Dental Association for a high-impact, two-day Dental Business Conference in Downtown San Gabriel, CA from April 11-12.

An Experience Designed to Stand Out

Business-First Education

Practical sessions focused on ownership, growth, and real-world decisions.

Focused Learning Environment

An immersive format built for clarity, not passive lectures.

Meaningful Networking

Connect with driven dental professionals in real conversations.

An Elevated Event Experience

Hosted at the Sheraton Los Angeles San Gabriel, designed for focused dialogue, professional connection, and impactful learning.

Trusted Experts.
Today's Topics.

2 days of engaging lectures

Jonathan Song, DDS

Dental Business 101: What Nobody Taught You In Dental School

Many dental students and new associates face a critical career blind spot: they weren't taught how a practice actually makes money. Dr. Jonathan Song breaks down the real economics of private dentistry, from revenue flow and profit leaks to the five KPIs that determine success. You’ll explore overhead benchmarks, PPO write-offs, and associate compensation structures, gaining the essential business vocabulary needed to negotiate smarter and think like an owner from Day One.

R.J. Adolfi, CEO

The Business Side of Dentistry — Strategy, Systems, and Scalable Growth

Dentistry today requires more than clinical excellence — it requires executive leadership. In this session, R.J. Adolfi explores how dentists must think and operate as CEOs to build scalable, profitable, and sustainable practices, covering everything from structuring for long-term enterprise value and optimizing overhead to leveraging KPIs, retaining top talent, and preparing for exit strategies or partnerships — reframing dentistry not just as a profession, but as a high-performing business capable of generating generational wealth when properly structured.

Sangwon Youn, CPA

Dental Finance 101: Understanding the Gap Between Accounting Profits and Managerial Profits

For many dental practitioners, clinical excellence does not always translate into financial peace of mind — and as operational costs rise and reimbursements remain stagnant, the pressure only grows. This session simplifies complex accounting concepts into practical tools, helping you understand your practice’s contribution margin, bridge the gap between paper profit and real cash, and implement proactive tax strategies so you can move beyond reactive accounting and start making confident, strategic business decisions.

Kyu-Han Kim, PhD, CEO

Stop Revenue Leakage in Your Practice: How AI Captures Missed Calls, Books More Patients, and Accelerates Cashflow

Most dental practices lose significant revenue each year not from lack of demand, but from operational gaps — missed calls, delayed follow-ups, and broken recall systems that quietly compound into tens of thousands in lost production. This session breaks down where revenue leakage occurs across the patient journey and how AI-driven workflows help practices capture every call, schedule in real time, and reactivate overdue patients — giving attendees a practical framework to plug the gaps and accelerate cashflow, whether running a single clinic or multiple locations.

Soo Min Jo, CEO

Stop Losing Money: Essential Billing Strategies

How much revenue is your practice losing without you even knowing? Many practice owners don’t realize that common billing oversights—from insurance verification gaps to untracked aging claims—can quietly cost thousands each month. This session breaks down the key areas where dental practices lose revenue and what you, as a practice owner, should be monitoring to protect your bottom line. Whether you handle billing in-house or outsource it, understanding these fundamentals will help you make smarter decisions, ask the right questions, and ensure no dollar slips through the cracks.

Matt Mulcock, CFP®

What Great Leaders and Great Investors Have in Common

Running a practice and managing your finances both demand clear thinking and steady decision-making under uncertainty — and the qualities that make a great leader often make a great investor too. Matt Mulcock, CFP®, will explore the shared traits between strong leaders and successful long-term investors, how to recognize the common behavioral patterns that derail progress, and how building simple systems around your values can lead to better decisions for your practice, your finances, and your life.

Daniel Chung

From Chair to Trustee: Continuity Planning for Dental Owners

For most dentists, the practice and personal life are deeply intertwined — and when life events occur, ownership decisions and family involvement can quickly become complicated. This session explores how thoughtful estate planning helps practice owners coordinate their personal affairs with business ownership, avoid unnecessary delays, and preserve flexibility for future tax, capital gains, and succession decisions, with the goal of keeping options open for the family, the practice, and the eventual exit.

Steven Au

Maximizing Your Exit – Private Buyer Sale vs DSO Affiliation

Whether you are years away from transitioning or actively exploring your options, understanding today’s dental market is essential to securing the best possible outcome. This session breaks down the current landscape from both a buyer and seller’s perspective, walks through the transition strategies available — including private sales and DSO affiliations — and provides a practical, step-by-step guide to maximizing your practice’s value, identifying the right buyer, and negotiating the most favorable terms for your financial future.

Paul Yuan

Essential Steps to Prepare for Buying or Selling a Dental Practice

Buying or selling a dental practice is one of the most significant financial and professional decisions a dentist will ever make, and the difference between a smooth transition and a costly mistake often comes down to preparation. This session provides a comprehensive overview of the key steps involved in purchasing or selling a practice — covering valuation, financial readiness, legal considerations, and transition planning — equipping dentists with the knowledge to position themselves for a successful outcome and navigate the process with confidence.

Tucker Lambourne

Virtual Assistants in Dentistry: Myths, Realities, and What It Means for Your Practice

Many dental practices are curious about Virtual Assistants but held back by misconceptions about how they actually work in a clinical setting. Reach will break down the truths and common myths surrounding VAs in dentistry, exploring how they can boost productivity, reduce overhead costs, and enhance patient care — while addressing real concerns around onboarding, communication, and team integration — giving you the practical insights needed to decide if a VA is the right fit for your practice.

Steve Chung

Why IT Dollars Make Sense: What’s your time worth?

Every minute of downtime costs your practice money — yet most owners underestimate the true cost of poor IT decisions until something goes wrong. This session covers what you need to know about HIPAA compliance and cybersecurity, how to make smarter IT infrastructure decisions for your practice, and how to prepare for disaster recovery scenarios before they become emergencies. Whether you're evaluating vendors, managing an in-house setup, or simply trying to stay compliant, this session gives you the framework to protect your practice, your patients, and your bottom line.

Leandro Choe

Fundamentals of Associate Contracts

Signing an associate contract is one of the most important decisions you'll make early in your career — but few dentists know what to actually look for. This session walks associates through the fundamentals of evaluating whether a job and contract are the right fit, covering the key differences between private practice and DSOs across mentorship, pay structure, benefits, and patient volume. You'll also learn what to look for in compensation models, contract terms, exit clauses, and non-competes — so you can ask better questions and make a more confident, informed decision before you sign. (Note: this session is not legal advice.)

Isaac Oh

You Must Become Remarkable

Marketing has changed dramatically — but most dental practices are still running the same outdated playbook. This session challenges attendees to rethink what marketing really means in today's landscape and why being good is no longer enough to stand out. You'll learn how to build a modern marketing strategy centered around a clear purpose, the change you want to create for your patients, and what it truly takes to become remarkable in a crowded market.

Ali Karjoo

The Road to the Right Financing

Securing the right financing can make or break your next big move — but most dentists enter the process underprepared. This session covers what lenders look for, how to evaluate your options, and what to watch out for, whether you're buying your first practice, expanding, or planning for future growth. Walk away knowing how to navigate the process with confidence and secure terms that actually work for you.

Soo Park

Employment Law Pitfalls: Lessons from Real Cases

Employment law violations are one of the most common — and costly — mistakes dental practice owners make, often without realizing it until it's too late. This session draws on real cases to highlight the pitfalls that frequently trip up practice owners, from hiring and termination missteps to wage disputes, leave policies, and employee classification errors. You'll walk away with practical lessons you can apply immediately to reduce your exposure and build a more compliant, protected practice.

David S. Cohen

Practice Transition Negotiations: Letter of Intent & Purchase and Sale Agreement

This session explores the critical stages of negotiating a dental practice transition, with a focus on the Letter of Intent (LOI) and the Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA). Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how to structure and evaluate key terms, avoid common pitfalls, and protect their interests throughout the transaction process. The presentation will also highlight strategies for effective negotiation, due diligence, and ensuring a smooth transition from initial offer to final closing.

David Groce

Pitfalls to Avoid in the Lease Contracts and Landlord Relationship

Navigating a commercial lease can make or break your practice. This session uncovers the most common and costly mistakes dentists make when signing and managing lease agreements—from hidden clauses and rent escalations to unfavorable renewal terms and landlord negotiations. Learn how to protect your interests, maintain leverage, and build a productive landlord relationship that supports your long-term growth. Whether you're signing your first lease or renegotiating an existing one, this talk equips you with practical strategies to avoid legal and financial traps.

Trusted Experts.
Today's Topics.

2 days of engaging lectures

R.J. Adolfi, CEO

The Business Side of Dentistry — Strategy, Systems, and Scalable Growth

Sangwon Youn, CPA

Dental Finance 101: Understanding the Gap Between Accounting Profits and Managerial Profits

Kyu-Han Kim, PhD, CEO

Stop Revenue Leakage in Your Practice: How AI Captures Missed Calls, Books More Patients, and Accelerates Cashflow

Most dental practices lose significant revenue every year not from lack of demand, but from operational gaps — missed calls, delayed follow-ups, unscheduled patients, and incomplete recall systems that quietly compound into tens or hundreds of thousands in lost production. This session breaks down exactly where revenue leakage occurs across the patient journey and how AI-driven workflows are helping practices answer every call, schedule in real time, reactivate overdue patients, and reduce administrative burden — giving attendees a clear, practical framework to plug the gaps and accelerate cashflow, whether running a single clinic or scaling across multiple locations.

Soo Min Jo, CEO

Stop Losing Money: Essential Billing Strategies

Matt Mulcock, CFP®

What Great Leaders and Great Investors have in common

Daniel Chung

From Chair to Trustee: Continuity Planning for Dental Owners

Steven Au

Maximizing Your Exit – Private Buyer Sale vs DSO Affiliation

Paul Yuan

Essential Steps to Prepare for Buying or Selling a Dental Practice

Tucker Lambourne

Virtual Assistants in Dentistry: Myths, Realities, and What It Means for Your Practice

A Refined Setting for Strategic Focus

Located in the heart of San Gabriel, the Sheraton Los Angeles San Gabriel offers a modern, professional environment designed for focus, comfort, and meaningful connection.

Between sessions and networking, attendees can stay fully engaged in the work that matters, without the noise or distractions of a dense urban core.

Conference Curriculum

April 11-12, 2026

The Dental MBA

A practical overview of how dental businesses really work before diving deep.

Dental Associateship 101

Job search, compensation, contracts, and non-competes explained clearly.

Productive Dentist Academy

Increase efficiency and production without lowering clinical standards.

Associate Panel

Comparing FFS, DSO, Denti-Cal pediatrics, and private practice paths.

Becoming Your Own Boss

Acquisition versus startup ownership, risks, and rewards.

Partnership or Partnersh*t

When partnerships work, when they fail, and how to structure them.

Legacy in Transition

How to transfer ownership while preserving value and culture.

Building Your Dream Dental Office

Design and launch a practice without unnecessary stress or cost.

Lease Pitfalls to Avoid

Critical lease terms and landlord mistakes to watch for.

Practice Lending Strategies

Financing options for acquisitions, startups, and growth.

Legally Bound

Plain-English breakdown of key dental legal agreements.

Reading a Dental P&L

How to interpret financials for health, acquisition, or exit.

Practice Ownership Panel

Real owner insights from acquisitions and startups.

The First 90 Days to 5 Years

A roadmap for transforming a dental practice over time.

Scaling Up or Scaling Down

Lessons from large DSOs and independent growth paths.

Dental Human Resources Management

Hiring, retention, and team management fundamentals.

Why Most Dental Marketing Fails

How to fix the internal gaps that break marketing.

Cybersecurity and HIPAA in the AI Era

Protecting patient data in modern digital practices.

The 14 Core Dental Operations

Systems behind efficient, well-run practices.

Building a Profitable Billing Department

Improving collections through structure and accountability.

Patient Balances Reimagined

Modern, patient-friendly approaches to collections.

Exiting Dental Insurance Contracts

Replacing insurance dependence with membership plans.

Protecting Profit with Virtual Assistants

Using VAs effectively without losing control.

Selling Your Practice to Anyone

Positioning your practice for maximum buyer appeal.

From Chair to Trustee

Planning continuity beyond daily clinical work.

Financial Products for Dental Owners

Wealth-building strategies beyond dentistry.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What’s included with registration?

Access to all lectures, networking events, meals, and social functions.

How many CE units will I earn?

You can earn up to 16 CE units over the course of the conference depending on your attendance.

What is the cancellation policy?

For our latest refund policy, view our Refund Policy page.

What should I wear?

Business casual, or professional attire that best represents you.

*The price increase will take effect on March 1, 2026.

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Early registration is strongly encouraged.

Secure Your Seat Now

Early registration is strongly encouraged.

Discounted Rooms

To receive room discounts:

Purchase tickets for the event.
Email info@kadausa.org with proof of ticket purchase before March 1, 2026.

Late submissions will not be eligible for room discounts.

KADA Non-Members

*The price increase will take effect on March 1, 2026.

KADA Members

*The price increase will take effect on March 1, 2026.