{"id":1188,"date":"2020-06-12T17:21:24","date_gmt":"2020-06-12T17:21:24","guid":{"rendered":"\/?page_id=1188"},"modified":"2025-09-22T08:47:17","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T12:47:17","slug":"lead","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/membership\/leadership-training\/lead\/","title":{"rendered":"LEAD Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1698696973333{margin-top: -40px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;background-color: #009ba7 !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;white-text&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h1>LEAD Program<\/h1>\n<p><nav  aria-label=\"breadcrumb\"><ol class=\"breadcrumb\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BreadcrumbList\"><li class=\"breadcrumb-item active\" aria-current=\"page\" itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"><span itemprop=\"name\">Home<\/span><meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\"><\/li><\/ol><\/nav>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;23583&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1756393903702{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>MDA LEAD Program<br \/>\nGreat leaders aren\u2019t born \u2014 they\u2019re built.<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]The MDA LEAD Program is your launch pad into leadership. Designed to help you grow personally and professionally, LEAD supports early-career dentists as they explore leadership opportunities within organized dentistry \u2014 and discover their full potential. <strong>The deadline to apply is Dec. 3.<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>What is LEAD?<\/h3>\n<p>LEAD \u2014 <strong>Leadership Exploration and Development<\/strong> \u2014 is a <strong>12-month immersive experience<\/strong> for MDA member dentists. It\u2019s designed to build your leadership skills, broaden your understanding of organized dentistry, and help you find your place in shaping the future of the profession.<\/p>\n<p>The program includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Kickoff orientation and leadership training<\/strong> at the MDA Annual Session (April).<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>two-day summer retreat<\/strong> focused on leadership development, team building, and personal growth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Virtual leadership sessions<\/strong> featuring guest speakers and expert facilitators.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mentorship<\/strong> from seasoned MDA leaders.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hands-on participation<\/strong> in MDA governance, including attendance at the House of Delegates.<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>group capstone project<\/strong> focused on advancing MDA initiatives.<\/li>\n<li>An exclusive <strong>trip to the American Dental Association headquarters in Chicago<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Opportunities to explore <strong>committee and board service<\/strong> at the state and local level.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re looking to make an impact in your practice, community, or the profession at large \u2014 this is where it begins.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Why apply?<\/h3>\n<p>Through expert coaching, real-world experience, and a powerful peer network, you\u2019ll gain:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Practical leadership and communication skills.<\/li>\n<li>A deeper understanding of organized dentistry.<\/li>\n<li>Supportive mentorship from respected leaders.<\/li>\n<li>The confidence to lead with clarity and purpose.<\/li>\n<li>Long-lasting connections with like-minded peers across Michigan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Grow Your Voice. Find Your Purpose. LEAD the Future.<\/h4>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>What past participants are saying<\/h2>\n<p><em>\u201cThis program allowed me to expand my leadership skills while learning about the inner workings of organized dentistry. I\u2019m so grateful for the connections I made and the support I received.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2014 Dr. Sabiha Bootwala<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>\u201cLEAD inspired me to take the next step \u2014 I now serve on an MDA committee and feel more confident speaking up for our profession.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2014 Dr. Joseph Chahine<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>\u201cThe relationships I built during this program were incredible. I left feeling energized and empowered to give back.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2014 Dr. Jill Lamiel<\/strong>le<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Who should apply?<\/h3>\n<p>The LEAD Program is open to <strong>all MDA member dentists<\/strong> who want to grow as leaders and give back to the profession. 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