American Academy Of Periodontology

Chicago, IL · Founded 1914

Professional organization supporting periodontists and advancing gum health research and education

Primary audience
Healthcare Professionals
Work area
Professional Association
Topic
Dental and Periodontal Health
Contact
Erin O'Donnell-Dotzler
Website Contact

About Organization

The American Academy of Periodontology serves as the professional home for 7,500 periodontists across the United States. Based in Chicago, IL, the organization was founded in 1914 and operates with 43 employees and 177 volunteers. With annual revenue of $11.3 million, it champions member success through professional development, research funding, and public education on periodontal health.

What They Focus On

Professional Excellence

Supporting periodontist members with continuing education, clinical resources, and professional development to deliver highest quality patient care

Scientific Advancement

Funding periodontal research and student fellowships to expand knowledge of gum disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment

Patient Education

Raising public awareness about periodontal health, disease prevention, and importance of specialized gum care for overall wellness

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$11.3M

+4.1% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$11.6M

+4.2% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$25.3M

+9.2% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

43

+7.5% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $11,292,545 $11,574,941 $25,335,213 43
2023 $10,851,169 $11,106,183 $23,193,471 40
2022 $10,662,016 $10,594,605 $22,243,680 43
2021 $10,653,042 $9,756,674 $22,143,613 39
2020 $7,930,013 $8,247,172 $18,880,599 39
2019 $11,690,180 $10,574,241 $18,786,079 39
2018 $10,851,905 $10,317,997 $15,978,395 47

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Support

    Provide continuing education, clinical resources, and practice management tools to support periodontist member success

  • 02

    Research Funding

    Award grants and fellowships to advance periodontal science and evidence-based treatment approaches

  • 03

    Standards Development

    Establish clinical guidelines and best practices for periodontal care based on current research

  • 04

    Public Outreach

    Educate patients and healthcare providers about gum disease prevention and treatment options

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by American Academy Of Periodontology

Member Professional Development

Continuing education, practice management resources, and clinical training for periodontists to advance their expertise and patient care quality

Research and Grants

Funding for periodontal research projects including student research fellowships to advance scientific knowledge in gum disease treatment

Public Education

Consumer resources and awareness campaigns about gum health, periodontal disease prevention, and treatment options for optimal patient outcomes

Clinical Guidelines

Evidence-based standards of care and best practices for periodontal diagnosis, treatment planning, and disease management

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind American Academy Of Periodontology.

EO

Erin O'Donnell-Dotzler

Executive Director
Full-time
Compensation: $448,474
MO

Megan O Dempsey

Deputy Executive Director
Full-time
Compensation: $221,261
SM

Sut Man Ma

Chief Financial Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $199,896
KC

Ken Cozzone

Director Of Info. Technolo
Full-time
Compensation: $164,778
MW

Michelle Weil

Director, Professional Rel
Full-time
Compensation: $124,241
SM

Stephen Meraw

President/President Thru 11/2/24
28 hrs/week
Compensation: $87,168
MG

Maria Geisinger

President/President Elect
15 hrs/week
Compensation: $86,339
AB

Ana Becil Giglio

President Elect/Vice Pres.
8 hrs/week
Compensation: $19,095
DO

David Okano

Past President Thru 11/2/24
8 hrs/week
KS

Kristi Soileau

Vice President/Sec-Trea
8 hrs/week
MK

Mary Kate Goss

Exec. Strategist, Comm., S
Full-time
Compensation: $150,038
JD

Julie Daw

Managing Editor, Scientific Publication
Full-time
Compensation: $133,799
QG

Qi Guan

Controller
Full-time
Compensation: $123,629

Milestones

1914

Academy Founded

1914

American Academy of Periodontology established to advance the periodontal specialty

1988

Tax-Exempt Status Granted

1988

Received IRS recognition as 501(c)(6) professional organization

2019

Peak Revenue Year

2019

Achieved highest annual revenue of $11.7 million through expanded programs and membership

2024

Membership Growth

2024

Reached 7,500 member periodontists with sustained operations at $11.3 million revenue

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AT
Alexandra Tsigarida Trustee District 7 0.50 hrs/week
BC
Brad Crump Trustee District 5 0.50 hrs/week
CB
Catherine Bishop Trustee District 4 0.50 hrs/week
CW
Cecil White Jr Trustee District 3 0.50 hrs/week
CM
Charles McBrayer Trustee District 3 0.50 hrs/week
CP
Constantine Pavlakos Trustee District 7 0.50 hrs/week
DG
David Gottlieb Trustee District 1 0.50 hrs/week
DN
Dee Nishimine Trustee District 6 0.50 hrs/week
GM
George Mandelaris Trustee District 4 0.50 hrs/week
GD
Giorgio Divincenzo Trustee District 7 0.50 hrs/week
HW
Hom-Lay Wang Trustee District 4 0.50 hrs/week
JS
James Spivey Trustee District 1 Thru 11/2/24 0.50 hrs/week
JD
Jennifer Doobrow Trustee District 3 0.50 hrs/week
JH
John H Wilson Trustee District 8 0.50 hrs/week
JF
Joseph Fiorellini Trustee District 2 0.50 hrs/week
KS
Kathleen Stambaugh Trustee District 6 Thru 11/2/2024 0.50 hrs/week
MF
Mark Fagan Trustee District 6 0.50 hrs/week
MR
Mark Reynolds Trustee District 2 0.50 hrs/week
MA
Michael Arzouman Trustee District 6 0.50 hrs/week
NF
Natalie Frost Trustee District 5 0.50 hrs/week
PK
Perry Klokkevold Trustee District 6 0.50 hrs/week
RN
Richard Nagy Secretary & Treasurer 0.50 hrs/week
SD
Sayward Duggan Trustee District 3 Thru 11/2/2024 0.50 hrs/week
SM
Stephen Morse Trustee District 1 0.50 hrs/week
WC
Walter Colon Trustee District 3 0.50 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$2.0M

Highest Paid

$507K

Erin O'Donnell-Dotzler

Compensated Officers

11

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Erin O'Donnell-Dotzler Executive Director $448,474 $58,214 $506,688 40
Megan O Dempsey Deputy Executive Director $221,261 $39,427 $260,688 40
Sut Man Ma Chief Financial Officer $199,896 $36,454 $236,350 40
Ken Cozzone Director Of Info. Technolo $164,778 $25,648 $190,426 40
Mary Kate Goss EXEC. Strategist, COMM., S $150,038 $34,979 $185,017 40
Julie Daw Managing Editor, Scientific Publication $133,799 $25,165 $158,964 40
Michelle Weil Director, Professional Rel $124,241 $23,746 $147,987 40
Qi Guan Controller $123,629 $8,387 $132,016 40
Stephen Meraw President/President Thru 11/2/24 $87,168 — $87,168 28
Maria Geisinger President/President Elect $86,339 — $86,339 15
Ana Becil Giglio President Elect/Vice PRES. $19,095 — $19,095 8

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 EIDL Loans

Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (2020-2021)

1 loan

Total Borrowed

$150K

Subsidy Cost

$20K

14% of loan

Loan Count

1

Loan Details

$150,000
Subsidy: $20,430
Date Jun 24, 2020
Location Chicago, IL
Borrower American Academy of Periodontology

TO PROVIDE LOANS TO RESTORE AS NEARLY AS POSSIBLE THE VICTIMS OF ECONOMIC INJURY TYPE DISASTERS TO PRE-DISASTER CONDITIONS

Source: Small Business Administration • Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$3K Grants Given
1 Organizations

Top Grantees

1 total
IA
International Association Of Dental Research ALEXANDRIA, VA
$3K

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Related Organizations

1 affiliated entity reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

1

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

1
American Academy Of Periodontology Foundation
Chicago, IL
Philanthropic
501(c) 501(C)(3)

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
36 Registrations
24 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 24 total

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1 filing
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1 filing
Self
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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing
Self
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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing
Self
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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing
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Mcdermott+ Consulting (On Behalf Of The American Academy Of Ophthalmology)
1 filing
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Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with American Academy Of Periodontology

Phone

(312) 573-3214

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737 N Michigan Ave 800 Chicago, IL 60611