July 29, 2020

Dental business coach Andy McDougall to star in UNW webinar series launch

The expertise of dental business mentor Andy McDougall from Spot On Business Planning has been called on to help launch a series of dental webinars kicking off in August. After UNW – a leading independent firm of chartered accountants – hosted two successful dentally-orientated webinars, it decided to launch a new series of free monthly webinars, the first of which will run from 7pm until 8pm on Tuesday 11th August.

The webinars will be focused on providing dentists with well-rounded insight, covering everything from financials, legal, practice sales and valuation news.The format will be brief update presentations by a panel of experts including an accountant, lawyer, banker and sales agent/valuer, and from time to time another guest, followed by interactive questions from the virtual audience of dentists, and answers from the panel.

Joining Andy in the Dental Business Unit team for the launch webinar are:

  • John Grant, Director of Goodman Grant
  • Malcolm Swan, Senior Healthcare Banking Consultant at Lloyds Bank
  • Andy Acton, Director of Frank Taylor & Associates

Future sessions will also include Louise Fegan, Partner at Morrisons Solicitors; Michael Oliver, Business Manager at Barclays Bank; Paul Graham and Chris Vowles, Head of Dental and Head of Medical Valuation at Christie & Co.; Lis Hughes, Managing Director of Frank Taylor & Associates; David McEwan, Corporate Lawyer of Schofield Sweeney; and John Clarke, Head of Healthcare at Wesleyan Bank. The webinar will also have dentist Nigel Suggett as a panellist – just in case the professionals need a real-world reality check!

Our upcoming events

Nov 21, 2025

BDA Setting up a dental practice

The BDA Setting up a dental practice in-person workshop is a great opportunity for you to gain invaluable support, advice and insider information from expert speakers, including Andy McDougall and Anne-Marie Houston, on how to set out on your own for the first time.

Oct 16, 2025

Plan your successful exit

Due to demand, Dental Practice Sale (DPS) is hosting another fantastic opportunity for dentists to join leading industry experts. This free event in central London in October is ideal for dentists keen to plan a successful exit, maximise their exit value and gain tips for a smoother sale.

Join Dental Practice Sale, Spot On Business Planning and AMG Wealth Management on Thursday, October 16 for an informative live event.

The three companies will address key areas of concern to practice owners leading up to a sale, the sale process itself and post-sale aspects.

What should I expect?

  • Learn how to maximise your exit value - what are the drivers?
  • Understand the benefits of structuring your business ready for exit
  • Determine the best point to exit
  • Gain insights on the state of the market today
  • Consider where your practice sits with the different buyers in the market
  • Uncover the details in deal structures
  • Be informed about the valuation process & how you can influence it
  • Be aware of options pre sale such as EOT, Pre Sale Trusts, significant share holder exemption
  • Transition into the next phase of life
  • Ensure you run out of life before running out of money (cash forecasting)
  • Protect the estate for now and future generations
  • Complimentary drinks and buffet from 6.30pm

Location: Great Northern Hotel, King’s Cross St Pancras International Station, Pancras Road, London, N1C 4TB

Date and time: Thursday, October 16 | 18:30 - 21:59

Sep 16, 2025

Helping Patients Say Yes Without the Sales Pitch

This webinar is guided and led by your host, Dr. Mark Skimming and as a practicing dentist and business owner himself, Mark brings practical, hands-on insight into what it takes to run and grow a successful dental practice. His guidance ensures that every session is not only rooted in strategy but also highly relevant to the day-to-day realities dental practices face.

What You Will Learn:

  • How to adapt communication to different patient personality types
  • How to present treatment plans with empathy and clarity
  • How to improve acceptance without pushy tactics

Who Is This Webinar For:

Practice owners, associates, and treatment coordinators who want to help more patients say yes to the right care without compromising their values.

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