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Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | August 2013 A5MEEtiNgS Tell us what you think! Isthereatopicyouwouldliketoseearticles about in Dental Tribune? Let us know by emailing feedback@dental-tribune.com. We look forward to hearing from you! Ad industry. And in that spirit the associa- tion is dedicated to keeping the confer- ence as eco-friendly as possible. The Gaylord Palms Resort, certified as a green lodging facility by the state of Flor- ida, has a “GET Green” program designed to reduce its impact on the environment. As part of that program, the resort con- stantly measures energy and water con- sumption and identifies ongoing ways to eliminate waste in both areas. Conference attendees and exhibitors can participate by recycling cardboard, paper and plastics; re-using their tow- els and linens in their guest room; and by donating surplus exhibit-hall items to local charities. Additionally, course handouts are being provided via an on- line portal to avoid printing, binding and shipping impacts. And daily agenda updates will be provided onsite by text messaging instead of on paper. More information about the confer- ence and online registration is available at www.dentalmanagersconference.com. About AADOM The American Association of Dental Of- fice Managers serves office managers, administrators, patient coordinators, in- surance and financial coordinators and treatment coordinators of general and specialized dental practices. The largest association of its kind, it provides net- working, resources and education to help its members achieve the highest level of professional development. To learn more, call (732) 842-9977 or email info@dentalmanagers.com. (Source: American Association of Dental Office Managers) Registration is open for the ninth annual American Asso- ciation of Dental Office Man- agers (AADOM) conference, in Orlando, Fla., from Sept. 19–20. The host facility is the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center. The program lineup offers up to eight continuing educa- tion hours worth credit to- ward AADOM’s Fellowship Program. The conference sold out the two prior years for attendees and exhibitors alike, so early registration is encouraged. Attendees include dental office managers, practice administrators and anyone involved in the business end of a dental practice. Sessions focus on the efficient and suc- cessful management of the dental office, covering top- ics such as risk management, team communications, lead- ership and insurance coding updates. Extra focus will be given to financial indicators and human resources issues. Best-selling author and motivational educator Linda Larsen, CSP, is the keynote speaker. AADOM President Heather Colicchio is looking forward to seeing both re- turning members and new members at the conference. “Our team knows our members expect quality education, but it’s also important for us to provide fun and networking time,” she said. “Orlando is the perfect venue. The buzz has been continuing consistently and positively.” Thedaybeforetheconference, AADOM hosts “Software-Palooza,” which pro- vides members with focused training on select software suites. AADOM will also conduct a new mem- ber orientation and an ambassador train- ing on that pre-conference day. The Dental Spouse Business Network (DSBN) meets on Sept. 21. According to event organizers, DSBN attendance has grown every year, and it has become a “must-attend” event for dental spouses. Debra Englehard-Nash will address the dental spouses on the topic of work-life balance. AADOM was awarded the “Green Leader Initiative” grant this year by the Henry Schein Cares Foundation to sup- port green education within the dental Courses filling quickly for annual dental office managers meeting American Association of Dental Office Managers meets Sept. 19–20; Dental Spouse Business Network, Sept. 21 Host site for the 2013 American Association of Dental Office Managers conference is the Gaylord Palms Resort and Conven- tion Center, which is known for its expansive atriums, each filled with lush vegetation, water features, meandering paths and a variety of dining and entertainment options. Photos/Provided by Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center