Association Of Dental Support

Washington, DC ยท Founded 2007

Trade association supporting dental support organizations through research, education, and advocacy in the dental industry.

Primary audience
Dental Industry
Work area
Trade Association
Topic
Dental Support Services
Contact
Andrew Smith
Website Contact

About Organization

The Association of Dental Support Organizations supports member companies that provide administrative and business services to dental practices across the United States. Based in Washington, DC, the organization operates with 6 employees and 29 volunteers, managing an annual budget of $9.2 million. Founded in 2007, it advocates for the role of dental support organizations in enabling dentists to deliver quality oral health care.

What They Focus On

Industry Advocacy

Advocates for dental support organizations in policy and regulatory matters, promoting a favorable business environment for member companies.

Research and Innovation

Conducts research on dental support models and emerging trends to drive innovation and improve patient care delivery.

Professional Development

Provides education and training to dental support organization teams, enhancing their capacity to support dental practices effectively.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$9.2M

-7.8% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$9.7M

-6.8% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$1.5M

-23.4% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

6

+20% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $9,240,706 $9,650,884 $1,463,723 6
2023 $10,025,175 $10,353,312 $1,910,717 5
2022 $9,191,814 $8,990,314 $2,917,740 7
2021 $6,970,791 $7,144,461 $2,227,701 4
2020 $5,235,096 $4,729,832 $2,388,583 7
2019 $7,618,163 $7,627,956 $1,564,291 9
2018 $6,893,781 $6,782,852 $1,455,686 7

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Engagement

    Convene member companies to identify shared challenges, priorities, and opportunities in the dental support sector.

  • 02

    Research and Analysis

    Conduct industry research to develop evidence-based insights and recommendations for dental support organizations.

  • 03

    Education Delivery

    Deliver training programs and resources to enhance capabilities of member teams and supported dentists.

  • 04

    Policy Advocacy

    Advocate for favorable policies and regulations that support the dental support organization industry.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Association Of Dental Support

Industry Research

Conducts research on dental support organization models, market trends, and best practices to inform members and stakeholders.

Education and Training

Provides educational resources and professional development opportunities for dental support organization teams and supported dentists.

Advocacy and Policy

Represents dental support organizations in legislative and regulatory matters, promoting industry interests and addressing policy challenges.

Member Collaboration

Facilitates networking, knowledge sharing, and collaboration among member companies to foster innovation in dental practice support.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Association Of Dental Support.

Andrew Smith

Andrew Smith

Chief Executive Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $661,378
Gray McGinnis

Gray McGinnis

VP of Government Relations
Full-time
Compensation: $281,664
Alex Swanson

Alex Swanson

Director
Doug Brown

Doug Brown

Director
Geoffrey Ligibel

Geoffrey Ligibel

Director
Hugh Carey

Hugh Carey

Director
Jeff Adams

Jeff Adams

Director
Jeff Moos

Jeff Moos

Director
Kevin Lawton

Kevin Lawton

Director
Lane Theriault

Lane Theriault

Director
Lee Provow

Lee Provow

Director
Maryam Beyramian

Maryam Beyramian

Summit Curriculum Committee Chair
Mick Janness

Mick Janness

Director
Mike Bileca

Mike Bileca

Director
Rashed Din

Rashed Din

Director
Richard Hall

Richard Hall

Director
Rick Workman

Rick Workman

Director
Saam Zarrabi

Saam Zarrabi

Director
Sam Alkhoury

Sam Alkhoury

Director
Scott Asnis

Scott Asnis

Director
Scotte Hudsmith

Scotte Hudsmith

ADSO President
Steve Bilt

Steve Bilt

Director
Steve Thorne

Steve Thorne

Iv
Sulman Ahmed

Sulman Ahmed

President/Chair
Justin Jory

Justin Jory

ADSO Treasurer/Secretary
Michael Baird

Michael Baird

Laurence Benz

Laurence Benz

Pete Bridgman

Pete Bridgman

Bryan Carey

Bryan Carey

Ray Caruso

Ray Caruso

Robert A. Fontana

Robert A. Fontana

Michael Friguletto

Michael Friguletto

Jagdev Heir

Jagdev Heir

Sohail Malad

Sohail Malad

Mitch Olan

Mitch Olan

Mary Pham

Mary Pham

Michael Riccobene

Michael Riccobene

ADSO Secretary
CB

Christopher Borgerding

Director, Government Relations
Full-time
Compensation: $182,306
MS

Matthew Steele

Director, Government Relations
Full-time
Compensation: $151,923
LW

Lisa Ward

VP Of Communications
Full-time
Compensation: $261,307
BF

Bob Fontana

Director
JH

Jason Heffelfinger

Director
SP

Santosh Patel

Director
DN

Dustin Netral

Vice President

Milestones

2007

Organization Founded

2007

Association of Dental Support Organizations established to represent the dental support industry.

2020

Revenue Recovery

2020

Revenue declined to $5.2 million during the pandemic, marking a period of industry challenge.

2023

Revenue Peak

2023

Achieved highest annual revenue of $10 million, reflecting growing membership and industry expansion.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AS
Alex Swanson Director 1.00 hrs/week
BF
Bob Fontana Director 1.00 hrs/week
DB
Doug Brown Director 1.00 hrs/week
DN
Dustin Netral Vice-Chair 1.00 hrs/week
GL
Geoffrey Ligibel Director 1.00 hrs/week
HC
Hugh Carey Director 1.00 hrs/week
JH
J Hedrick Director 1.00 hrs/week
JH
Jason Heffelfinger Director 1.00 hrs/week
JA
Jeff Adams Director 1.00 hrs/week
JM
Jeff Moos Director 1.00 hrs/week
JJ
Justin Jory Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
KL
Kevin Lawton Director 1.00 hrs/week
LT
Lane Theriault Director 1.00 hrs/week
LP
Lee Provow Director 1.00 hrs/week
MB
Maryam Beyramian Director 1.00 hrs/week
MR
Michael Riccobene Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
MJ
Mick Janness Director 1.00 hrs/week
MB
Mike Bileca Director 1.00 hrs/week
RD
Rashed Din Director 1.00 hrs/week
RH
Richard Hall Director 1.00 hrs/week
RW
Rick Workman Director 1.00 hrs/week
SZ
Saam Zarrabi Director 1.00 hrs/week
SA
Sam Alkhoury Director 1.00 hrs/week
SP
Santosh Patel Director 1.00 hrs/week
SA
Scott Asnis Director 1.00 hrs/week
SH
Scotte Hudsmith Director 1.00 hrs/week
SB
Steve Bilt Director 1.00 hrs/week
ST
Steve Thorne Director 1.00 hrs/week
SA
Sulman Ahmed President/Chair 1.00 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)

$1.7M

Highest Paid

$688K

Andrew Smith

Compensated Officers

5

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Andrew Smith Executive Director $661,378 $26,253 $687,631 40
Gray Mcginnis VP Of Government Relations $281,664 $62,807 $344,471 40
Lisa Ward VP Of Communications $261,307 $53,125 $314,432 40
Christopher Borgerding Director, Government Relations $182,306 $6,584 $188,890 40
Matthew Steele Director, Government Relations $151,923 $12,911 $164,834 40

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 May 23, 2020
Location Arlington, VA
Borrower Association of Dental Support Organizations

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

$5K Grants Given
1 Organizations

Top Grantees

1 total
SF
Scutari For Senate CLARK, NJ
$5K

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

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
5 Registrations
2 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 2 total

Association Of Dental Support Organizations
3 filings
Self
National Association Of Dental Plans
2 filings
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Association Of Dental Support

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(202) 429-1600

Social

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1800 M Street NW Suite 400 S 1210 Washington, DC 20036