What is a leadership academy?

The MDA Leadership Academy is a 12-month program designed to provide competencies in leadership skills for those interested in leadership opportunities within organized dentistry both at the district and state levels.
A cohort of students will attend monthly meetings designed to develop core competencies critical to successful leadership.

Over the course of 12 months, you will participate in:

A cohort of students will attend monthly lessons from a variety of instructors to develop an appreciation and understanding of organized dentistry at all levels (Tripartite). The cohort will engage in structured conversation in an effort to understand and learn critical aspects of successful leadership within an association.
Topics discussed at the meetings may include:

• Understanding Organized Dentistry (the Tripartite)
• Understanding Parliamentary procedure
• Understanding of financial statements
• Public Speaking
• Dealing with the media
• Legislative overview and training

View the Brochure for the timeline and additional information. 

Session Outline

Testimonials

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Even as an established leader I found so much information presented to be applicable, not just in my leadership development within organized dentistry, but as a practice owner and dental provider. Organizational functioning is critical to advancing our profession and caring for patients because learning the ins and outs of what our association does at-large is critical to the information we provide our patients daily.

Aruna Rao

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The MDA’s Leadership academy provided me a window into the goals, structure, and components of this organization. As a new member to the ADA and a new resident of Minnesota, I also valued getting connected to the local and state members.

Logan Kludt Lawrence

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As a mentor once told me, you will never regret the relationships you will make within the leadership of organized dentistry. The Leadership Academy, with the knowledge and experience offered by the great team at the MDA, has proven him right.

Nathan Pedersen

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The Leadership Academy has been a great experience for me. The topics covered are relevant, and the presenters are top notch. The programs have been positive for my own professional development. It has been a rewarding experience to see how I can plug in to the MDA through the knowledge I’ve gained in the Leadership Academy.

Brandon Ulstad

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The Leadership Academy is the perfect way to learn about organized dentistry in Minnesota, but also to learn about non profits, leading a meeting, and how to be a great leader. The amount of time was perfect and I believe this program will help develop well-informed and talented leaders going forward.

Kirsten Langguth