The final speaker lineup and agenda have been announced for the upcoming Dental KOL Boot Camp and Dental Innovation Day, scheduled for October 10 to 11, 2025, at the Family Office Towers in West Palm Beach, Florida. The Dental KOL Boot Camp will take place on Friday, October 10, followed by Dental Innovation Day on Saturday, October 11. According to organizers, both events are nearing full capacity.
“The KOL Boot Camp will provide dental professionals with the skills and confidence they need to take their influence to the next level,” said Dr. Marty Jablow, event organizer. “They will return to the office on Monday with a clear action plan to kick-start or accelerate their KOL journeys.”
Speakers will cover topics designed to help participants become effective key opinion leaders (KOLs) in the dental field. Confirmed speakers for the Boot Camp include Marty Jablow, DMD; Paul Feuerstein, DMD; John Flucke, DDS; Holland Haiis, CAPP; Bill Simon, DMD; Sonya Reddy, DDS; Travis Rodgers; Michael Ventriello; and Mark Ross.
Organizers stated that all speakers will participate in one or more of the Boot Camp training modules. These will include: an introduction to the KOL role; characteristics of an effective KOL; building your reputation as a KOL; using social media to build influence; collaborating with brands and manufacturers; the role of education and mentorship; challenges and pitfalls of being a KOL; and creating a personal action plan and conclusion. A Q&A session will follow.
Saturday, October 11, has been designated as Dental Innovation Day. According to event organizers, the day is free to Dental KOL Boot Camp registrants and will include presentations from approximately 10 oral health startups pitching to accredited investors in the morning. The afternoon will feature a pitch fest and networking session.
“This is where the next wave of dental innovators can connect with those with the vision, expertise, and financial resources to amplify it,” said Holland Haiis, innovation day event planner and emcee. “It’s also an unprecedented opportunity for future KOLs to network with startups seeking clinical validation.”
The startups scheduled to participate in Dental Innovation Day include Actival, represented by Nikola Kalentics and focused on custom AI solutions; Alta Smiles, represented by Gary Giegerrich and focused on hidden orthodontics; Elite Dental Force, represented by Alvin Utai and focused on AI-powered billing solutions; Erchonia, represented by Dr. Dar Radfar and focused on low-level laser technology; Finally Quiet, represented by Peman Montazemi and focused on noise cancellation and AI-driven wireless communication; Perceptive, represented by Dr. Ed Zuckerberg and focused on advanced imaging, AI, and robotics; PharmaTrail, represented by Dominik Lysek and focused on blockchain-based solutions for trusted clinical trial data; Prahsys, represented by Grey Bonin and focused on payment processing and digital imaging software; and USA Dental Solutions, represented by Vajahat Yar Khan and focused on dental practice management and IT services.
The KOL Boot Camp will run from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on October 10 and costs $1,200 to attend. Innovation Day on October 11 runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is included with Boot Camp registration. According to organizers, separate Innovation Day tickets are available at $250 for investors and $99 for consumers.
Vendor booth and startup pitch opportunities are available by application, and space is limited. Organizers note that the event is designed for dentists, dental specialists, influencers, investors, vendors, and startups focused on innovation and thought leadership in oral health.
More information and registration links are available below: