ACD NEWS SPRING 2024
vol. 53 | no.1
American College of Dentists
The Stage is Set for the ACD 2024 Annual Meeting and Convocation NEW VENUE ANNOUNCED!
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ew Orleans is still the location, but the historic Roosevelt Hotel is the new venue for ACD 2024. Originally constructed in 1893, the Roosevelt’s timeless elegance is a perfect backdrop for welcoming new Fellows and celebrating our history and mission.
In this Issue President’s Forum
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Dates to Remember
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Interim Editor Appointed
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From the Executive Director
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SHIFT3/ACD Leadership Experience
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Spring Meeting Highlights
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From the Archive
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Ethics Handbook for Dentistry
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News of Fellows and Sections
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SPEA Update
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Gift Gallery
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Bulletin Board
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“If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” – Henry Ford The meeting will begin Wednesday, October 16 with continuing education courses and extend through Thursday, October 17. A detailed schedule will be announced soon, but plan for a great mix of CE, College business, and fun social events. We have much to celebrate together. In the spring of 2023, it was announced that the Board was wrapping up the creation of its first full strategic plan in more than two decades and initiating a formal search for an Executive Director. This spring, implementation of the strategic plan has begun, and the College welcomed its ninth Executive Director in 104 years, Michael Graham. Mike is an Honorary Fel-
low with a 30-year career in organized dentistry and brings with him an exceptional record of leadership and service. The Board of Regents, led by President Terri Dolan, has begun the real work of strategic planning—implementing the plan. In the coming year, we will work through noted priorities that support the strategies, like streamlining the nomination form and refocusing our continuing education. Our Regencies and Sections have continued to recover from post-pandemic difficulties and strengthened ties with local SPEA Chapters. Much has been accomplished, and there is much to look forward to. (continued on page 4)