Tuscany Retreat April 30-May 4, 2025

Lois Banta Tuscany Retreat

Designed exclusively for dentist-owners like you, this retreat is your gateway to mastering the art of exceptional practice leadership.  Guided by renowned industry leader Lois Banta, you’ll dive deep into the core skills that set great practice leaders apart.  You’ll gain practical, fail-proof strategies and actionable guidance, meticulously tailored to meet the unique challenges of dental practice ownership and management.  Even more invaluable are the connections you’ll make with fellow dentist-owners, each sharing their experiences, challenges and successes.  This retreat is more than a dental meeting – it’s your community of like-minded practice owners that nurtures an ongoing support system and lasting friendships.  Embrace this chance to learn, grow, and thrive in Tuscany! 

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Your Tuscany Coaches

Lois Banta

Lois Banta

Lois is CEO, President and Founder of Healthcare Enterprises, Inc. and Amazing Practice Retreats – designed to take practices to the highest levels of success.

Lois has 45+ years of dental experience and consults and speaks nationally and internationally. She is a book author and ongoing contributor to several leading dental publications, is CEO of The Speaking Consulting Network, and an active member of several leading dental organizations, including Academy for Private Dental Practice. 

Dana Watson

Dana Watson

Dana is an author, international speaker, teacher, trainer and coach for leadership, culture and systems in the dental practice. She is also a certified trainer for the Five Voices of Leadership, a Fellow of American Association of Dental Office Managers, and a member of the Academy of Dental Managers & Consultants, as well as the Speaking & Consulting Network. Dana enjoys teaching foundations of excellence for the dental team and also enjoys building leaders and liaisons with dentists and spouses working together in the dental practice. Dana continues to manage her husband’s dental practice in her hometown of Nashville, Tennessee.

COLLABricon November 15-16, 2024

Doctors, Hygienists, Assistants, and Administrative team… Ready to propel your dental practice into its most successful era yet?  We invite you to join us for COLLABricon! 

  • Unlock the Secret to Team Success: Explore the core elements that foster a thriving dental team environment. We’re diving deep into the strategies that not only sustain but also supercharge dental practices.

  • Rediscover Your Passion for Dentistry: It’s time to fall in love with your profession all over again. Our event is designed to spark renewed enthusiasm and inspire your entire team.

  • Walk Away With Actionable Insights: Equip yourself with practical, easy-to-implement strategies for enhancing your practice’s performance. We’re all about results that you can see and feel.

  • Celebrate Your Achievements: Recognize and understand the unique successes and challenges across various departments in your practice. Together, we’ll forge pathways to overcome obstacles and enhance what works.

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Your COLLABricon Coaches

Tija Hunter

Tija Hunter

Tija is a celebrated figure in dentistry, named one of the Top 25 Women by Dental Products Report Magazine and a 2023 DENOBI award winner. She is a Master in the American Dental Assistants Association and has held several leadership roles, including Vice President. Tija directs the Dental Careers Institute, has authored multiple CE courses and a book, and is an international speaker and certified nitrous oxide trainer. Her work focuses on empowering dental assistants.

Emme Sanders

Emme Sanders

Emme, an award-nominated hygiene educator with 30 years of leadership expertise, specializes in transforming dental workplace dynamics through her acclaimed speaking, coaching, and writing with Inspired Hygiene. Member of SCN, Director of Education for ADMC, Director of Coaching with Inspired Hygiene and author of Welcome To Work; Inspiring Positive Change in the Workplace.

Lois Banta

Lois Banta

Lois is CEO, President and Founder of Healthcare Enterprises, Inc. and Amazing Practice Retreats – designed to take practices to the highest levels of success.

Lois has 45+ years of dental experience and consults and speaks nationally and internationally. She is a book author and ongoing contributor to several leading dental publications, is CEO of The Speaking Consulting Network, and an active member of several leading dental organizations, including Academy for Private Dental Practice. 

Dana Watson

Dana Watson

Dana is an author, international speaker, teacher, trainer and coach for leadership, culture and systems in the dental practice. She is also a certified trainer for the Five Voices of Leadership, a Fellow of American Association of Dental Office Managers, and a member of the Academy of Dental Managers & Consultants, as well as the Speaking & Consulting Network. Dana enjoys teaching foundations of excellence for the dental team and also enjoys building leaders and liaisons with dentists and spouses working together in the dental practice. Dana continues to manage her husband’s dental practice in her hometown of Nashville, Tennessee.