AADOM QUICKcast – OMAM 2026 Kickoff: Let’s Bloom!
QUICKcasts are not eligible for CE
OMAM 2026 Kickoff: Let’s Bloom! – Personally and Professionally
September is almost here, and that means it’s nearly time to celebrate the incredible dental office managers who make a difference every single day.
Join Chavelle Galton Rice, Director of Membership & Education at AADOM, and Angela Martinez, Vice President, Strategic Associations & Dental Health Policy at CareCredit, provide an exclusive preview of everything coming during Office Management Appreciation Month 2026.
Every September, AADOM and CareCredit recognize the leaders who keep dental practices running smoothly while investing in their continued growth through education, encouragement, and community. This year’s theme, Let’s Bloom, celebrates the journey of personal and professional growth through learning, confidence, resilience, and self care.
In this session, you’ll get an inside look at the exciting opportunities planned throughout the month, including educational resources, interactive activities, leadership development, wellness inspiration, community connections, and exciting surprises designed to help you grow both personally and professionally.
You’ll also learn about this year’s featured book and how you can participate in AADOM’s special community reading experience throughout September, along with other exciting opportunities designed to help you make the most of Office Management Appreciation Month.
Let’s make this September your season to bloom.
Sponsored by: CareCredit & AADOM
Angela Martinez found her passion for the field of dentistry 30 years ago when she held a part-time high school job in the back office of a dental practice. Over the years, she expanded her expertise by holding multiple roles within the dental practice, including RDA, Treatment Coordinator, and Office Manager. She used that firsthand patient experience when she transitioned from the practice environment to become a Dental Consultant and Provider Relations Manager for a Dental Insurance Company.
In 2014, Angela joined CareCredit, where she successfully leveraged her extensive knowledge and expertise in her roles as Trainer and Practice Development Manager. Angela was subsequently promoted to her current role as Vice President of Strategic Associations and Dental Health Policy, where she leads strategic initiatives, education, and relationships with national, state, and local dental associations while providing sales support for CareCredit Dental Tradeshows.
Throughout her career, Angela has remained passionate about supporting the dental office manager community and is dedicated to empowering practice leaders through education, collaboration, and meaningful connections. She is proud to partner with AADOM and support the incredible office managers who play such a vital role in the success of dental practices.
Chavelle Galton-Rice is a dental operations and education leader with more than two decades of experience across clinical support, front-office management, multi-site operations, and professional development. She serves as Director of Membership & Education for AADOM (American Association of Dental Office Management), where she focuses on member engagement and building meaningful learning experiences that support dental office leaders at every stage of their careers.
With a strong foundation in practice operations and a Master of Education in Education Technology and Instructional Design, Chavelle brings a practical, people-centered approach to education and leadership development. Her career includes leadership roles within both private practices and dental support organizations, where she partnered closely with doctors and management teams to promote operational consistency, team growth, and positive patient experiences across multiple locations.
When she’s not building programs or connecting with members, Chavelle can usually be found spending time with her family, tapping into her creative side, or binge-watching her favorite TV shows.
