April 5, 2017

Dental business coach’s BDA course dates for your diary

The BDA has finalised the Training Essentials course dates with dental business consultant, Andy McDougall for 2018.Dates for your diaryBusiness planning: part 1 Friday Jan 26, 2018Business planning: part 2 Friday March 2, 2018Leadership: Friday July 13, 2018Business planningWhat every practice owner needs to know…learn how to drive profitability in your practice with dental business mentor, Andy McDougall. Please note: this course is delivered in two parts and participants are expected to attend both days and will gain 12hrs verifiable CPD certified by BDA.

  • Day one: Equips you with the necessary know-how to assess your dental business’ current position, teaches a range of commercial techniques, and discusses how they can be applied to your business.
  • Day two: Review how you have applied the techniques to your dental business to improve your financial result, seek further guidance and set out your next steps. Leave with a strategic plan unique to your dental practice and ready to implement change that will lead to a better financial future.

Email events@bda.org to register your interest or contact Andy McDougall.

Leadership

The course, ‘Leading the dental team’ is ideal for dental practice owners and dental practice managers. Attendees will be able to gain 6 3/4 hours of verifiable CPD.

  • Understand the different leadership styles and become aware of your own
  • Have a thorough grounding in the principles of leadership
  • Understand the difference between leadership and management
  • Be aware of what followers expect from leaders
  • Understand culture and how to unlock a high performing team

Email events@bda.org to register your interest or contact Andy McDougall.

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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