ASDA provides members opportunities to learn and grow leadership skills to help you during and after dental school.

• The Summit - The skills you need to become a successful business owner, team leader and manager are usually left out of the dental school curriculum. The Summit bridges the gap during a multi-day in-person conference.
• Webinars – View live and on-demand webinars in areas such as personal development and wellness, career planning and more.
• Career Compass – Leaders have a vision for their future. Consider your post-graduate options from practice areas to financial planning.
• Management + Leadership, Contour – ASDA’s award winning publication, Contour, includes insights and tips to help members develop leadership skills.
• Management + Leadership, ASDA Blog – Learn from current and former members on their leadership journey.

National Leaders

ASDA national leaders serve in roles such as the Board of Trustees and Council Associates. Leadership training is conducted by national ASDA and is focused on information needed at the national level.

• In-person and virtual workshops that address topics such as effective board management, leadership styles, how to effectively lead a team, public speaking, conflict resolution at the following meetings: Board of Trustees Orientation, Spring Council and Fall Council.
• Supplemental reading and video materials distributed in the Spring and Fall to support continued growth. These materials address topics such as high-stakes decision-making, establishing credibility as a spokesperson, and effective delegation strategies.

Chapter Leaders

ASDA chapter leaders serve at the local level in roles such as Chapter President, Wellness Chair and more. Use these resources to develop leadership skills in managing a local ASDA chapter.

• Chapter Management Resources - Find templates, recruitment materials, How-to Guides and videos to help you successfully manage an ASDA chapter.
• Chapter Management Webinars – View live and on-demand webinars covering topics such as leadership transitions, DE&I, communications and more.
• New Leader – ASDA’s monthly e-newsletter highlights current resources as well as ideas on chapter management.
• PFM Finalists – Learn from other chapters through videos and reports from chapters in each district.
• Chapter Focus, ASDA Blog – Find blog posts from current and past chapter leaders on building meaningful chapters that bring value to members.
• Annual Session – Connect with chapter leaders throughout the country at ASDA’s annual in-person chapter training held during Annual Session.