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Startup Elite Program

Are you starting a practice from scratch?

Dental school teaches you how to care for patients, but not how to run a business. That's where we come in. Our StartUp Elite Program guides you through every aspect of launching a successful practice, from creating a business plan to training your team. We'll help you navigate real estate, marketing, and financial decisions, ensuring you make the best choices for your new venture. In addition, we help recruit and train your staff on all the operational systems and remain by your side into your first year. With our expert support, you'll be well-prepared to open your doors and thrive.

How we help

Guidance

Guidance

We work side by side with you from inception to completion, assisting with everything from business planning to reviewing architectural drawings. Our guidance eliminates the guesswork for a smooth and successful practice buildout.

Education

Education

Our Leadership Executive Training teaches you and your team the business side of dentistry, providing the systems and knowledge needed to effectively measure and monitor your practice's performance.

Relationships

Relationships

Building a dental practice requires working with a team of trusted advisors. We connect you with vetted professionals nationwide, ensuring you receive the best possible support for your new venture.

Observation

Observation

Through on-site visits, we observe your team's interactions with patients and provide tailored coaching based on real examples. This hands-on approach helps your team develop successful communication and service skills.

Measurement

Measurement

We provide monthly system accountability and performance measurements to track your team's progress and identify areas for improvement, helping your business thrive.

Follow-Ups

Follow-Ups

After your doors open and your Action Plan is implemented, we conduct on-site follow-ups to analyze progress and provide ongoing telephone coaching throughout your first year.

Program
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Start

Our startup process includes creating a comprehensive business plan with a vision, mission, and budget; reviewing demographic reports; securing a location; introducing relationships with trusted advisors; reviewing bids; completing action items; providing one-on-one Leadership Executive Training 2-3 months before opening; interviewing and hiring your team; and offering telephone skill training and bi-weekly coaching to monitor progress.

Month 1

In your first month, we arrive onsite 2 days prior to your official opening day. On Day 1, we present the business operational systems, action plans, and training during an eight-hour session. Day 2 continues with staff training, including strategies designed to provide success with the new patient "wow" experience, ideal day scheduling, treatment presentation, financial arrangements, and collections. In the afternoon we contiune training with implementation of all the systems necessary to open the office. You will receive an extensive practice protocol manual documenting trainings, action plans, and implementation tools. We will continue to monitor your goals and measurements monthly to gauge your team's progress over the first year.

Months 2-6

During months 2-6, we conduct video conferencing coaching sessions with you and your team. These sessions include monthly progress monitoring, implementation updates, coaching, and overhead analysis to ensure your practice stays on track.

Month 7

At the seven-month mark, your consultant returns for a one-day visit to analyze progress, present additional goals and objectives to your team, and provide on-site assistance with implementation and any necessary additional training.

Months 8-12

In the final months of the program, we continue with our unlimited texting, emails, and monthly phone calls, along with our monthly video conferencing coaching sessions, focusing on monthly progress monitoring, implementation updates, coaching, and overhead analysis. We work with you to recap your first year and establish action steps for continued success.

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How long is the StartUp Elite Program?

The StartUp Elite Program is a 12-month program designed to guide you through the process of launching and establishing a successful dental practice. However, the 12 month program doesn't actually begin until 3 months before you open, when you complete the leadership/CEO training. The entire experience before that 3 month mark is free coaching and guidance so you don't have major misjudgments or mistakes in the critical initial phase of your startup journey.

What can I expect from the StartUp Elite Program?

The StartUp Elite Program offers a comprehensive solution for launching your dental practice. We provide expert guidance and support in all key areas, including business planning, real estate selection, practice design, equipment and technology, marketing, staffing, and training. Our program is designed to help you navigate the complexities of starting a practice, ensuring you have the knowledge, resources, and systems in place to succeed. From developing your vision and setting goals to managing daily operations and optimizing overhead, we're with you every step of the way.

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What clients have to say

We cannot speak highly enough about the exceptional service provided by Gene and her team during our dental office transition. From the moment we engaged her services, we totally knew we were in expert hands.

Gene brought a level of expertise and understanding that exceeded our expectations. Her deep knowledge of dental practice management and the intricacies of transitioning made the entire process smooth and efficient. She took the time to listen to our concerns, understand our goals, and tailor her recommendations to suit our specific needs. She even found things that the previous practice owner neglected to mention in our initial contract!

Dr. Kamile Lim & Dr. Nashwa Elrashidy
Diablo Dental Group

If you are hesitant at all or don’t know who to choose as your dental consultant, look no further! As I began my start-up children’s dental practice, Gene St. Louis has been an integral part of my journey, growing and teaching me things I never knew I needed to know. She carries a wealth of knowledge and connections. She will help you to establish systems and guide you towards bring the vision you’ve carried into a reality. Gene was with me and for me through the joyous and tough times. She will fight FOR you and help push you towards your success. She continues to be my go to person when I have questions, and she ALWAYS makes herself available. Gene St. Louis and her team will be the best investment you've made for yourself!

Dr. Brittany Su
General Dentist-Pediatric Focus- Reseda, CA

I wanted to take a moment to express my sincerest gratitude for your invaluable contributions and support throughout the past year. Your expertise, dedication, and professionalism have truly made a difference in my practice, and I am deeply thankful for all the hard work you and your team have put in. Your insights and guidance have been instrumental in achieving our goals and overcoming various challenges [...] Thank you once again for your outstanding support and collaboration over the past year.

Dr. Tommy Duong
Rivanna Dental Care

I had an outstanding experience with Gene! Gene's expertise and support was critical in my journey of building a start-up and transitioning to practice ownership and management. She has a wealth of knowledge on all aspects of the process and has made herself readily available for any and all questions that have come up. Gene has also provided an encyclopedic quantity of written practice management materials, which are of the highest quality. Countless times, she has steered me in the right direction, and saved me copious amounts of time and money. I highly recommend Gene and her team!

Dr. Natalia Rozenfeld
General Dentist- Scottsdale, AZ

I am collaborating with Gene on my pediatric dental start-up, she has been absolutely phenomenal throughout this journey. From guiding me and ensuring I don't overlook any crucial steps, to offering valuable recommendations for every aspect required for a successful start-up, to being readily available to answer my late-night texts and calls and providing reassurance. Working with Gene and her team has been a great experience, and I highly recommend them to anyone in a similar venture.

Dr. Yamila Garber
Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry- Hallandale Beach, FL.

We had the pleasure of working with Gene St. Louis Consulting and I cannot recommend their services highly enough! Their expertise in the industry was evident from the very beginning, and their personalized approach to us was exactly what we needed. They took the time to understand our unique challenges and goals and provided us with practical, effective solutions that helped us start our own practice. Their guidance and support were invaluable, and we are grateful to have had the opportunity to work with such a knowledgeable and professional consultant.

Dr. Babak Javidi & Dr. Azar Parsafar
Pediatric Dentist & General Dentist

Gene and her team are fantastic. She helped me start my endodontic practice and was a wonderful resource. I was prepared and able to establish a dream practice with her help. Gene is one of the best in dental--she was available anytime I needed her advice and help. Molly and Paige are wonderful as well and everyone truly cares about my practice and me. I cannot say enough good things about this consulting group! It is the best decision I made to use Gene and her team in my start-up. I could not be as successful right away without them. Using GSL Consulting is worth the expense. If you are planning to start a dental practice, you need to be using Gene!

Katie Kickertz

My wife started her dental office about a year ago and Gene has been super helpful from day 1. She has all the answers and knows the “behind the scenes” of all the players. It’s refreshing to have someone in your corner.

Most of the vendors are getting a cut for every referral they make, so you don’t know if a vendor is legitimately good or if your referral is getting a kickback. Gene doesn’t accept kickbacks, so if she refers to a vendor (there will be a lot of them!!) you know they are the best!!!

We call her the Godmother of the office because we call her in a panic constantly!!

Naveen Jethwani
Trooth and Smiles-General Dentist Irvine, CA

"Gene St. Louis Dental Consultant Company, led by the remarkable Gene St. Louis and Paige Marshall, are an absolute game-changer in the dental industry. Gene and Paige  bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and innovation to every consultation, and their passion for helping dental practices thrive is truly inspiring. I value Gene St. Louis's unique perspective and unwavering support in navigating the challenges of our field. Her tailored strategies have revolutionized the way I approach patient care, practice management, and professional growth. The impact of their guidance is evident in the success and satisfaction of our practice. With Gene St. Louis consultants at the helm, I have full confidence that our practice is on the path to continued success. Thank you, Gene St. Louis Dental Consultant Company, for your exceptional service and commitment to excellence!

Kristy Young

As a dentist navigating the transition after our retiring partner left, we knew we needed to overhaul our systems and improve efficiencies, but we had no idea where to start. Overwhelmed and drowning in busy work, we sought the expertise of Gene St Louis Consulting. From the moment we met Gene and Paige, we knew they were the key to achieving our goals. Their confidence was contagious, making it easy to trust them immediately.

Dr. Katie Stewart
SDY Dental Bismark, ND

What clients have to say

If you are hesitant at all or don’t know who to choose as your dental consultant, look no further! As I began my start-up children’s dental practice, Gene St. Louis has been an integral part of my journey, growing and teaching me things I never knew I needed to know. She carries a wealth of knowledge and connections. She will help you to establish systems and guide you towards bring the vision you’ve carried into a reality. Gene was with me and for me through the joyous and tough times. She will fight FOR you and help push you towards your success. She continues to be my go to person when I have questions, and she ALWAYS makes herself available. Gene St. Louis and her team will be the best investment you've made for yourself!

Dr. Brittany Su
Dr. Brittany Su
General Dentist-Pediatric Focus- Reseda, CA

I had an outstanding experience with Gene! Gene's expertise and support was critical in my journey of building a start-up and transitioning to practice ownership and management. She has a wealth of knowledge on all aspects of the process and has made herself readily available for any and all questions that have come up. Gene has also provided an encyclopedic quantity of written practice management materials, which are of the highest quality. Countless times, she has steered me in the right direction, and saved me copious amounts of time and money. I highly recommend Gene and her team!

Dr. Natalia Rozenfeld
Dr. Natalia Rozenfeld
General Dentist- Scottsdale, AZ

I am collaborating with Gene on my pediatric dental start-up, she has been absolutely phenomenal throughout this journey. From guiding me and ensuring I don't overlook any crucial steps, to offering valuable recommendations for every aspect required for a successful start-up, to being readily available to answer my late-night texts and calls and providing reassurance. Working with Gene and her team has been a great experience, and I highly recommend them to anyone in a similar venture.

Dr. Yamila Garber
Dr. Yamila Garber
Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry- Hallandale Beach, FL.

We had the pleasure of working with Gene St. Louis Consulting and I cannot recommend their services highly enough! Their expertise in the industry was evident from the very beginning, and their personalized approach to us was exactly what we needed. They took the time to understand our unique challenges and goals and provided us with practical, effective solutions that helped us start our own practice. Their guidance and support were invaluable, and we are grateful to have had the opportunity to work with such a knowledgeable and professional consultant.

Dr. Babak Javidi & Dr. Azar Parsafar
Dr. Babak Javidi & Dr. Azar Parsafar
Pediatric Dentist & General Dentist

My wife started her dental office about a year ago and Gene has been super helpful from day 1. She has all the answers and knows the “behind the scenes” of all the players. It’s refreshing to have someone in your corner.

Most of the vendors are getting a cut for every referral they make, so you don’t know if a vendor is legitimately good or if your referral is getting a kickback. Gene doesn’t accept kickbacks, so if she refers to a vendor (there will be a lot of them!!) you know they are the best!!!

We call her the Godmother of the office because we call her in a panic constantly!!

Naveen Jethwani
Naveen Jethwani
Trooth and Smiles-General Dentist Irvine, CA