Profile Photo

Sophia DunkleyOffline

www.thepracticenavigator.com

About Sophia

Navigating a successful dental practice requires a deep understanding of multiple systems and strategies, and it’s a journey that Sophia Dunkley has been guiding dentists through for decades. By fostering a collaborative team environment, she ensures that teams work together with collective commitment and cooperation, driving practices toward their ultimate goals.

As The Practice Navigator, Sophia stands at the forefront of dental consulting, blending her unique expertise and boundless enthusiasm to drive innovation within the industry. A certified leadership coach through IPEC and a speaker at SCN, Sophia has distinguished herself with her cutting-edge approach to case acceptance. Her methodology centers around the transformative power of human connection—turning patients from strangers into friends. This philosophy has become the cornerstone of her success as both a dental consultant and an implant arch sales coach and trainer. Sophia’s unparalleled ability to guide patients from indecision to confident decision-making reflects her deep passion for the field. This same passion fuels her signature presentation, The Exceptional Financial Coordinator, where she speaks on the crucial role of case acceptance and the importance of building strong relationships with patients. This talk, tailored to General Dentistry and Implant Arch practices, has become a key pearl of wisdom for dentists, owners, and dental managers looking to elevate their practice’s case acceptance process and profitability.

With more than 28 years of dedication to the dental industry, Sophia has redefined the traditional dental office environment by infusing it with fun, empowerment, and a positive work culture. Her vast experience has sharpened her insights and allowed her to consistently enhance client profitability. A certified business manager from NYU, she draws from her rich background as a practice management consultant to speak extensively on the systems necessary for sustainable growth and long-term success in the dental industry.

Sophia’s comprehensive approach integrates leadership principles with practical applications, combining her IPEC certification as a leadership executive coach with a keen understanding of sales and workflow optimization. By utilizing the ELI 360 leadership assessment tool, she empowers dental teams to unlock their full potential through customized systems designed to streamline productivity and elevate team dynamics. These innovations position her clients for continued success in the ever-evolving dental landscape.

One of Sophia’s most sought-after presentations focuses on leadership and team training, where she leverages her extensive practice management experience. She speaks passionately about the systems required to build and grow a thriving dental practice, making her a go-to consultant for practices looking to enhance efficiency, productivity, and culture. Whether it’s through her expertise in case acceptance, practice management, or leadership training, Sophia’s mission remains the same: to help dental practices not only succeed but excel in their pursuit of excellence.

Sophia currently speaks on topics including case acceptance, practice management with systems implementation, leadership, team collaboration, and implant arch sales.

Now is all there ever really is!

Quick Facts

New york

Management and leadership Certification from Dale Carnegie

Certified Energy Leadership Coach from IPEC

Certified Business Manager from New York University

Team Track Dental Office Management from LVI Global

Energy Leadership 360 Index Assessments from IPEC