With a rich tapestry of experience that spans over two decades in the dental industry, Chuck Zindel stands at the forefront of dental practice innovation as the Founding Partner and Principal Consultant at Adapt Dental. His journey is marked by transformative leadership roles where he has been the architect of growth, scaling revenues impressively while maintaining robust EBITDA margins. Chuck’s mastery in operational excellence is evidenced by his pivotal role in managing a division that soared from $108M to $191M in revenue. His strategic vision brought to life the Advanced Dental Implant brand, marking a significant milestone in his career.
Chuck’s expertise transcends borders, having provided thousands of digital designs monthly for dentists worldwide and collaborating closely with dental labs across four continents. At Adapt Dental, his focus is on identifying new revenue streams, enhancing performance, and reducing expenses, all while ensuring the delivery of top-tier dental care. Chuck’s leadership not only fosters growth but also cultivates a passionate team capable of scaling operations and customer experiences to new heights, establishing Adapt Dental as a harbinger of innovation and excellence in the dental consulting arena.
Doug Closinski brings to Adapt Dental over twenty years of sterling experience in healthcare operations and sales, particularly within the dental sector. As a Co-Founder and the Operations Maestro, Doug’s acumen in business growth and EBITA improvement has been instrumental in steering dental practices towards unprecedented success. His journey is punctuated with achievements, such as managing a multi-state operation of over 100 practices and playing a central role in a successful DSO sale.
At the heart of Doug’s professional ethos is a profound understanding of the dental industry’s operational and sales intricacies. His strategic insights into multi-unit operations have consistently resulted in revenue and profit maximization. Doug’s tenure at Adapt Dental is marked by a fervent commitment to the empowerment of dental practices through innovative sales training, operational consulting, and practice management. Under his guidance, Adapt Dental’s clients not only witness their businesses thrive but also see their visions for expansive and patient-centric practices come to fruition.
Derek Peterson is the strategic maestro behind the marketing prowess of Adapt Dental, bringing a wealth of expertise and a track record of success that has seen over 800+ companies flourish under his guidance. With a keen eye for brand elevation and an intuitive grasp of market dynamics, Derek has been the driving force in creating marketing systems that have not only propelled businesses forward but have also reshaped the landscape of their respective industries. His acumen in brand storytelling and digital marketing strategies ensures that dental practices partnered with Adapt Dental are not just seen but truly recognized, guaranteeing a robust and enduring presence in an ever-competitive market.