Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Interests
Washingtonian Best Dentist 2023
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Alonzo Thomas

Lanham

Summary

Dynamic business leader with a proven track record at White Oak Dental LLC, excelling in strategic planning and customer relations. Successfully managed operations, achieving financial growth through effective marketing and team oversight. Skilled in fostering relationships and enhancing client service, while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

White Oak Dental LLC
10.2001 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with patients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Consulted with patients to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving practice goals.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
  • Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.

Chief of Plans and Programs

United States Air Force Reserve
01.2001 - 04.2010
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Education

D.M.D - Dentistry

Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
05-1988

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Client service
  • Business management
  • Strategic planning
  • Staff management
  • Team oversight
  • Staff hiring
  • Business marketing
  • Business administration

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved which led to guided patient care during the pandemic.

Affiliations

American Dental Association

Southern Maryland Dental Association

Maryland State Dental Association

Academy of General Dentist

American College of Dentist

Certification


  • Licensed General Dentist 1989-present


Interests

  • Cooking
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
  • Genealogy
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Washingtonian Best Dentist 2023

Recomended by others in the field of Dentistry citing professional abilities and care. 

Timeline

Owner

White Oak Dental LLC
10.2001 - Current

Chief of Plans and Programs

United States Air Force Reserve
01.2001 - 04.2010

D.M.D - Dentistry

Medical University of South Carolina
Alonzo Thomas