Wine Down with Argen Panel: Grab a Glass of Wine and Learn Ways to Grow Your Lab Efficiently. Future Proof Your Lab!
Rob Woosley, CDT, Vice President Operation, Oral Arts Dental
Jim Caruso, President and CAO, Ottawa Dental Laboratory
Chris Waldrop, CDT President, Burdette Dental Lab, Inc., CDL
Rune Fisker, Senior Vice President, 3Shape Product Strategy
Anton Woolf, Chief Executive Officer, Argen Corporation
NEW this year! Join this engaging panel discussion with industry thought leaders designed to delve into ways to ensure a successful and profitable dental laboratory operation now and into the future. We will explore everything from AI's role in dentistry, optimizing labor, inventory control, creating systems for costs savings, scaling while minimizing risk, and the importance of proactive preparedness by creating redundancies.
1.5 Professional Development Credits
Rob Woosley, CDT, is a seasoned professional with 40 years of experience in the dental industry. As the Vice President of Operations at Oral Arts Dental Laboratories, he has made significant contributions to the field. Rob has held various executive positions, including a partnership at Roger Dental Lab and Sr. Vice President of Operations at National Dentex. Rob is actively involved in the dental laboratory community, serving on governing bodies and committees such as the National Association of Dental Laboratories and the Florida Dental Laboratory Association. In recognition of his accomplishments, Rob was inducted into the NADL Hall of Fame in 2022.
Jim Caruso is a visionary leader who has played a pivotal role in the success of Ottawa Dental Laboratory. Serving as Co-President and Chief Administrative Officer alongside his brother Luke, Jim has led the growth of the laboratory, which now has 8 locations across 3 states and employs 370 dental professionals. Ottawa Dental Laboratory operates on the cutting-edge EOS system, which is a testament to Jim's commitment to staying at the forefront of industry advancements. Jim's dedication extends beyond his role, as he actively contributes to the dental industry through his involvement on the Cal-Lab board and various local boards. Jim is also a member of Vistage, where he continuously hones his leadership skills through training and coaching.
Chris Waldrop, CDT, is President of Burdette Dental Laboratory, Inc., CDL, a third- generation full-service laboratory in Birmingham, AL. Chris is a 1995 graduate of the University of Alabama in Birmingham with a BS in Finance. Chris has served as a member of the Visions Committee, Marketing Committee and Strategic Planning Committee of the Southeastern Conference of Dental Laboratories, and was the 2010 President of the NADL. Chris is currently the Treasurer of the Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology and an active board member of the SCDL.
Rune Fisker plays a key role in driving the research and development of 3Shape's most successful solutions. Rune's vision for digital dentistry, keen interest in serving customers, and passion for creating game-changing solutions have helped make him a driving force behind 3Shape's innovation. Rune spends much of his time working alongside dentists and labs to better understand their needs and advance their work. Rune's foresight and passion for digital dentistry have made him a much sought-after global lecturer and recognized expert in the field. Rune was 3Shape's first official employee and along with 3Shape founders, Tais Clausen and Nikolaj Deichmann, Rune was instrumental in helping to launch 3Shape from a small apartment in Copenhagen.
Anton Woolf is CEO of The Argen Corporation. Anton joined Argen in 2000 as an International Sales Executive, focusing on European Operations. Anton transferred to the corporate office where he assumed the role of Vice President focusing on business development and acquisitions. Anton was promoted to CEO in January 2008. As CEO, Anton has strengthened Argen's core business while diversifying and expanding into new significant strategic businesses. Anton's foresight regarding the rapid changes in digital dentistry led him to build Argen's world class 140,000 sq ft Digital Outsourcing Center to support and partner with dental laboratories nationwide. With Anton's guidance, Argen has also become the leading dental zirconia manufacturer in North America. Anton has also increased Argen's international footprint; expanding and developing Argen's subsidiaries in Germany, England, Canada and China.