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Next Level Executive

Perrin DesPortes
Leadership
Next Level Executive
Dentistry
Private Equity
Entrepreneurship
Execution
Multi-Location Dentistry
Partnerships
Dental Industry
Group Practice
Leadership Development
Perrin Desports
Communication
DSO
Health Care
Inflection Points
Peter Drucker
Accessdso Solutions
Opportunity Costs
Sunk Costs

For dentists ready to grow from practice owner to business leader. You built a successful dental practice. You show up, you produce, and by every visible measure you have made it. But somewhere between your second hire and your hundredth patient, a new question started forming: what am I actually building toward? Maybe you are wondering whether to bring on an associate, add a second location, or f... more

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In December of 2025, Park Dental Partners, a doctor-owned and debt funded group of close to 100 practices in Minneapolis, went public. They’re not going to be the last. If you’re leading an emerging group practice, competing with publicly traded DSOs... more

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A few months ago, I dropped an episode on “The Era of the Zombie DSO” where I shared my view on the 50 to 70 PE-backed DSOs that couldn’t get a recap done. Their incompetence is your opportunity, but it’s up to you to get a return on that. If you’re ... more

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In a world still focused on “10X’ing your business” and “Scale for Sale,” there’s only one problem with all of that: this growth strategy is completely wrong. The reason that it’s only creating chaos for so many of your colleagues is very simple. It’... more

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I created a component of my Next Level Executive program called “Entrepreneurial Leadership” for a reason: because I truly believe that you and I can create a successful business that is congruent with the lifestyle we want to lead. In short, I belie... more

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Recent Guests

Matt O'Shea
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Episode: Built to Win: a Deep Conversation with Dr. Chris Murphy & Dr. Matt O’Shea
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Orthodontist and owner
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Paul Lund
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Jeremy Noss
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Episode: Partner Spotlight: Darby Dental
Bill Gross
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Episode: This is the Moment You’ve Been Waiting for
Geoff McIntosh
Owner of Princess Dental
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Episode: Creating a Business that Compliments Your Life: Dr. Ben Tolley & Dr. Geoff McIntosh
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Ted Wegman
Co-founder of AccessDSO Solutions
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Host

Perrin DesPortes
Host of Next Level Executive

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • More than theory

    Perrin brings not just logical, thoughtful and real information based on experience and research, he gives actionable guidance and direction that all business owners can take and use immediately. A must listen IMO for all healthcare entrepreneurs- I never miss an episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CMUSD
    United States2 months ago
  • For Leaders in Dentistry

    Perrin’s career and life experience give his words validity, as the stories he shares about his own life as an entrepreneur are relatable to dentists who own their business experience over time. I’ve been inspired and enlightened as a leader in my practice because of his ability to convey a message that helps us navigate the challenges we face as managers, leaders, and entrepreneurs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kjkdmd
    United States2 months ago
  • Thought leader

    Perrin has a way with words and is able to distill something really complicated down into a digestible, easy-to-follow way. I always feel like he's on the cutting edge and knows what I need to hear before I even need to hear it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dental Dan
    United States2 months ago
  • Thought provoking you’ll hear nowhere else

    I love this podcast! Perrin brings to light a lot of topics that people don’t always feel comfortable talking about, but need to hear! I learn so much from him

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skassmel
    United States2 months ago
  • Perrin is at the top of the game in Dentistry

    Week after week Perrin nails subject after subject providing an open and honest review of topics relative to every dentists from new grads to senior owners. Gratitude from an 18yr clinician, multiple location private practice owner. Wish I had had much of this content when I started my career. Keep it up Perrin!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LDP CO
    United States2 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host is viewed as credible and deeply knowledgeable in dentistry and business.
Guests and episodes are consistently relevant to scaling group practices and leadership development.
Audience appreciates clear frameworks and real-world examples over hype.
Perrin's leadership insights land with dental practice owners and leaders.
Listeners find the content practical, no-nonsense, and highly actionable.

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Talking Points

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Built to Win: a Deep Conversation with Dr. Chris Murphy & Dr. Matt O’Shea
Q: How do you define fulfillment in the context of growing a dental business?
Fulfillment comes from empowering others, creating career ladders, and building a sustainable business that supports personal and family life, not just personal clinical output.
Built to Win: a Deep Conversation with Dr. Chris Murphy & Dr. Matt O’Shea
Q: What was a pivotal hiring decision that unlocked growth for your practice?
Bringing in a Director of Operations from outside dentistry provided new leadership perspective, allowed the founder to focus on doctor training, and elevated the company culture and scalability.
Built to Win: a Deep Conversation with Dr. Chris Murphy & Dr. Matt O’Shea
Q: Can you talk about the transition from clinician to CEO and what it looked like for your leadership roles?
Both hosts describe moving from day-to-day clinical work to building leadership teams, with hiring and leadership development playing a central role in enabling growth and reducing day-to-day clinical dependence.
Partner Spotlight: Darby Dental
Q: What should new partners or interested offices expect when they start a relationship with Darby?
They should expect a consultative, hands-on partnership where Darby helps map out cost-saving opportunities across the entire consumable basket, provides private-label alternatives that can match or beat current products on price, and integrates staffing and IT support to make the practice more efficient, effectively acting as an extension of the office team.
Maximizing Your Practice: My Interview with Dr. Tarun Agarwal
Q: What advice would you give young associates about building their careers and contributing to a practice's growth?
Tarun emphasizes savings discipline, mastering implant dentistry as an ATM for high-value cases, and developing a strong personal brand and communication skills to differentiate oneself and attract patients.

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A practical leadership-focused show for dentists aiming to scale from solo practitioners to multi-location groups. Episodes center on turning clinicians into CEOs, building teams that perform without the owner in the room, and structuring partnerships, location expansion, and culture-driven growth. Guests often include high-level dental operators and executives sharing real-world growth playbooks, not fluff, with actionable frameworks and governance insights. Unique angles include culture-driven hiring, partnership and ownership guidance, and a relentless emphasis on sustainable, life-compatible growth for dental practices.

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1. Group Practice Accelerator
2. The Dental Lighthouse with Dr. Jason Tanoory
3. Bulletproof Dental Practice
4. DEO's Growth Secrets for Dental Organizations
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1. Matt O'Shea
2. Chris Murphy
3. Paul Lund
4. Misty Wales
5. Jeremy Noss
6. Bill Gross
7. Geoff McIntosh
8. Ben Tolley

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