Our Mission
Our leadership team wakes up everyday focused on how we can help our providers and clinical staff. We make sure they have the tools to be successful in all aspects of their business. We thrive on knowing we’re taking the hard stuff off of our doctors plates so they can focus on their patients.
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Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Kristi Casey
Chief Executive Officer
“Rock Dental Brands has great people, and great people build great things and develop and support great people. I wouldn’t be where I am without the support from others. So my passion is to support the patients and colleagues every chance I get.”
As the CEO of Rock Dental Brands, Kristi’s vision is to deliver the highest quality care possible to all patients. Through her leadership, Rock Dental Brands is designed to help clinics thrive by providing centralized practice management services, which allow dentists and specialists to concentrate solely on patient care.
With nearly 20 years of professional experience, Kristi is known for maximizing operational excellence and brand awareness. Prior to joining Rock Dental Brands as the COO, Kristi spent nearly two decades in the telecom industry. With 17 years successfully climbing the ranks at Verizon, the largest telecom company in the United States, she held numerous executive-level positions, including President of the South Central Region, as well as Vice President of Marketing & Distribution Strategy.
Kristi is a native Arkansan who began her career in Little Rock with the legacy Alltel Corporation. Through her career, she has lived on both the East and West Coasts, and she is proud to have made her way back to Arkansas where she has settled in Little Rock with her twin boys. Kristi earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas.
Kristi Casey
Chief Executive Officer
“Rock Dental Brands has great people, and great people build great things and develop and support great people. I wouldn’t be where I am without the support from others. So my passion is to support the patients and colleagues every chance I get.”
As the CEO of Rock Dental Brands, Kristi’s vision is to deliver the highest quality care possible to all patients. Through her leadership, Rock Dental Brands is designed to help clinics thrive by providing centralized practice management services, which allow dentists and specialists to concentrate solely on patient care.
With nearly 20 years of professional experience, Kristi is known for maximizing operational excellence and brand awareness. Prior to joining Rock Dental Brands as the COO, Kristi spent nearly two decades in the telecom industry. With 17 years successfully climbing the ranks at Verizon, the largest telecom company in the United States, she held numerous executive-level positions, including President of the South Central Region, as well as Vice President of Marketing & Distribution Strategy.
Kristi is a native Arkansan who began her career in Little Rock with the legacy Alltel Corporation. Through her career, she has lived on both the East and West Coasts, and she is proud to have made her way back to Arkansas where she has settled in Little Rock with her twin boys. Kristi earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas.
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Job Title: Chief Clinical Officer
Mark Dake, DDS, MSD
Chief Clinical Officer
When Rock Dental Brands was started there was an underlying culture laid down to do what is best for the patient every time and the practice will take care of itself. This culture has been practiced by our doctors, our staff and our management team from the inception. Every day we treat patients and the doctors and office teams are supported by our home office and the management team. This team effort allows us to provide great dental care by allowing the doctors to concentrate on what they do best……which is to take care of patients. We continue to strive to improve our dentistry that we provide in a warm, friendly environment. Being a part of Rock Dental Brands allows for discussion between specialists that only adds to the quality of care the patient receives. “We are serious about quality, if we weren’t, I would not be a part of it."
Dr. Mark L. Dake is a co-founder of Rock Dental Brands. As Chief Clinical Officer, he is a key driver in practice & business development as well as ensuring both clinical excellence, effectiveness and regulatory compliance. As a graduate of UMKC Dental in 1984, and Baylor Orthodontic in 1986, he entered into private practice in Southern MO. He is an influential voice in the US orthodontic and dental industries serving as delegate to the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) as well as previously serving on the Council of Government Affairs for the AAO.
Mark Dake, DDS, MSD
Chief Clinical Officer
When Rock Dental Brands was started there was an underlying culture laid down to do what is best for the patient every time and the practice will take care of itself. This culture has been practiced by our doctors, our staff and our management team from the inception. Every day we treat patients and the doctors and office teams are supported by our home office and the management team. This team effort allows us to provide great dental care by allowing the doctors to concentrate on what they do best……which is to take care of patients. We continue to strive to improve our dentistry that we provide in a warm, friendly environment. Being a part of Rock Dental Brands allows for discussion between specialists that only adds to the quality of care the patient receives. “We are serious about quality, if we weren’t, I would not be a part of it."
Dr. Mark L. Dake is a co-founder of Rock Dental Brands. As Chief Clinical Officer, he is a key driver in practice & business development as well as ensuring both clinical excellence, effectiveness and regulatory compliance. As a graduate of UMKC Dental in 1984, and Baylor Orthodontic in 1986, he entered into private practice in Southern MO. He is an influential voice in the US orthodontic and dental industries serving as delegate to the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) as well as previously serving on the Council of Government Affairs for the AAO.
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Job Title: President of Orthodontics
Bryan C. Hiller, DMD, MS
President of Orthodontics
“I consider it a privilege to treat the communities in which I work. I believe that everyone should have access to quality, affordable dental care and orthodontic services.”
Dr. Bryan Hiller is a co-founder of Rock Dental Brands. He is an orthodontic specialist certified to provide traditional braces as well as other treatment options such as Invisalign, laser treatment, and temporary anchorage devices. Dr. Hiller focuses on Smile Esthetics, working to ensure that every one of his patients realizes the full potential of their smile while striving to provide each patient with a new outlook on life. He created this group alongside Dr. Mark Dake to ensure excellent, quality, affordable treatment for all patients through doctor collaboration and peer review.
Dr. Hiller is originally from New Hampshire where he enjoyed time as a downhill ski racer. He lives in Little Rock and has three children, Brayden, Tanner and Payton and two dogs, Opie and Marshal. He enjoys sports, outdoor family activities and dog training.
Bryan C. Hiller, DMD, MS
President of Orthodontics
“I consider it a privilege to treat the communities in which I work. I believe that everyone should have access to quality, affordable dental care and orthodontic services.”
Dr. Bryan Hiller is a co-founder of Rock Dental Brands. He is an orthodontic specialist certified to provide traditional braces as well as other treatment options such as Invisalign, laser treatment, and temporary anchorage devices. Dr. Hiller focuses on Smile Esthetics, working to ensure that every one of his patients realizes the full potential of their smile while striving to provide each patient with a new outlook on life. He created this group alongside Dr. Mark Dake to ensure excellent, quality, affordable treatment for all patients through doctor collaboration and peer review.
Dr. Hiller is originally from New Hampshire where he enjoyed time as a downhill ski racer. He lives in Little Rock and has three children, Brayden, Tanner and Payton and two dogs, Opie and Marshal. He enjoys sports, outdoor family activities and dog training.
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Sean Sebourn, DDS, MSD
Job Title: President of Pediatric Dentistry
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Roger Wray, DDS
Job Title: President of General Dentistry
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Donny Quick, DDS
Job Title: President of Oral Surgery
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Job Title: Chief Growth Officer
Jake Sligh
Chief Growth Officer
Since joining The Company in August 2017, Jake has worn many hats. He’s successfully led through the many phases of Rock Dental Brands’ growth in building a scalable platform. Since 2020, Jake has worked exclusively with our new affiliates to ensure a complete integration and growth plan.
Jake is a graduate of Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, AR with a B.A. in Business Administration and Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida with an M.S. in Internet Marketing.
Jake Sligh
Chief Growth Officer
Since joining The Company in August 2017, Jake has worn many hats. He’s successfully led through the many phases of Rock Dental Brands’ growth in building a scalable platform. Since 2020, Jake has worked exclusively with our new affiliates to ensure a complete integration and growth plan.
Jake is a graduate of Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, AR with a B.A. in Business Administration and Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida with an M.S. in Internet Marketing.
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Job Title: Chief People Officer
Ryan Michalowski
Chief People Officer
As the CPO, Ryan is responsible for overseeing Rock Dental Brand’s leadership and development functions. He drives Rock’s human capital management strategy to support the company’s continued growth, innovation, and profitability. Capitalizing on Rock’s compassionate culture, Ryan has established a strong foundation of trust and transparency with the employees, providers, and partners. He leads human resources, talent acquisition and development, compensation and benefits, corporate security, information technology, business intelligence and employee engagement programs. With over 25 years of experience as a strategic leader, he brings a wealth of expertise in all areas of performance management. Ryan is a graduate of Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Ryan Michalowski
Chief People Officer
As the CPO, Ryan is responsible for overseeing Rock Dental Brand’s leadership and development functions. He drives Rock’s human capital management strategy to support the company’s continued growth, innovation, and profitability. Capitalizing on Rock’s compassionate culture, Ryan has established a strong foundation of trust and transparency with the employees, providers, and partners. He leads human resources, talent acquisition and development, compensation and benefits, corporate security, information technology, business intelligence and employee engagement programs. With over 25 years of experience as a strategic leader, he brings a wealth of expertise in all areas of performance management. Ryan is a graduate of Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
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Spencer Lunghino
Job Title: Chief Development Officer
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Job Title: Senior Vice President of Operations
Amy Lasley
Senior Vice President of Operations
Amy joined the business in 2019 and is excited to work with the Rock Dental Brands team and learn a new industry. She graduated from the University of Arkansas and previously worked for Verizon Wireless for 17 years. Amy has experience in project management, sales operations, marketing, developing processes and audit. Outside of work, she enjoys watching her son’s sporting events and spending time with family and friends.
Amy Lasley
Senior Vice President of Operations
Amy joined the business in 2019 and is excited to work with the Rock Dental Brands team and learn a new industry. She graduated from the University of Arkansas and previously worked for Verizon Wireless for 17 years. Amy has experience in project management, sales operations, marketing, developing processes and audit. Outside of work, she enjoys watching her son’s sporting events and spending time with family and friends.
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Job Title: Vice President of Clinical Operations
Angie Kemp
Vice President of Clinical Operations
Angie enjoys her role as a Senior Area Manager and the excitement that it brings. Everyday is different and comes with its own challenges, but that’s the part that keeps her so focused. She loves how rewarding it is to be part of so many clinics and watch as our teams grow and develop. Angie graduated from Arkansas State University in Business Management and grew up in Mountain Home, AR. She and her husband, Jonathan, have two amazing girls, Madison and Claire. They love just about any activity and always are looking forward to the next family vacation. Her husband patiently taught her to play golf and they spend many of their summer evenings hoping for a hole in one. She also loves spending time in the kitchen with her daughters.Angie Kemp
Vice President of Clinical Operations
Angie enjoys her role as a Senior Area Manager and the excitement that it brings. Everyday is different and comes with its own challenges, but that’s the part that keeps her so focused. She loves how rewarding it is to be part of so many clinics and watch as our teams grow and develop. Angie graduated from Arkansas State University in Business Management and grew up in Mountain Home, AR. She and her husband, Jonathan, have two amazing girls, Madison and Claire. They love just about any activity and always are looking forward to the next family vacation. Her husband patiently taught her to play golf and they spend many of their summer evenings hoping for a hole in one. She also loves spending time in the kitchen with her daughters. -
Job Title: Vice President of Revenue Cycle
Amy Patterson
Vice President of Revenue Cycle
She received her B.S. in Healthcare Administration at John Brown University and was an RDA. She has worked her entire career in dental and is from North Little Rock. She loves that she’s part of a growing company with an amazing working culture and appealing working atmosphere. Amy is passionate about her career because it allows her to be a part of an intricately designed system. She loves to help facilitate the full encompassing cycle of dental care from the patient’s first office visit to the completion of treatment. She and her husband have two very energetic boys whom they adore dearly. She also enjoys serving in the youth ministry at her local church as well as event planning and crafting.Amy Patterson
Vice President of Revenue Cycle
She received her B.S. in Healthcare Administration at John Brown University and was an RDA. She has worked her entire career in dental and is from North Little Rock. She loves that she’s part of a growing company with an amazing working culture and appealing working atmosphere. Amy is passionate about her career because it allows her to be a part of an intricately designed system. She loves to help facilitate the full encompassing cycle of dental care from the patient’s first office visit to the completion of treatment. She and her husband have two very energetic boys whom they adore dearly. She also enjoys serving in the youth ministry at her local church as well as event planning and crafting. -
Job Title: Learning and Development Consultant
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Job Title: General Counsel
Joe Gregory, JD
General Counsel
An attorney with over 28 years of legal experience, Joe is responsible for regulatory compliance, securities matters, financing, employment and labor matters, litigation, and general corporate issues for Rock Dental Brands. This is the third stop in his career as a general counsel having previously held the position for companies in banking & hazardous waste management. During his 16 years in private practice, Joe has been of counsel to numerous healthcare systems.
Joe Gregory, JD
General Counsel
An attorney with over 28 years of legal experience, Joe is responsible for regulatory compliance, securities matters, financing, employment and labor matters, litigation, and general corporate issues for Rock Dental Brands. This is the third stop in his career as a general counsel having previously held the position for companies in banking & hazardous waste management. During his 16 years in private practice, Joe has been of counsel to numerous healthcare systems.
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Job Title: Director of BI and IT Operations
Robbie Gentry
Director of BI and IT Operations
Robbie believes that using data analytics can help any organization make strategic decisions to achieve success.
Prior to joining Rock Dental Brands in 2019, he worked primarily in the telecommunications industry but also spent time working for a private healthcare provider. Robbie holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Arkansas State University and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The team atmosphere and the culture are part of why he truly enjoys working for Rock Dental Brands.
When he is not geeking out on data you can find this Little Rock native eating mexican food and cheering on the Arkansas Razorbacks with his wife and two sons.
Robbie Gentry
Director of BI and IT Operations
Robbie believes that using data analytics can help any organization make strategic decisions to achieve success.
Prior to joining Rock Dental Brands in 2019, he worked primarily in the telecommunications industry but also spent time working for a private healthcare provider. Robbie holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Arkansas State University and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The team atmosphere and the culture are part of why he truly enjoys working for Rock Dental Brands.
When he is not geeking out on data you can find this Little Rock native eating mexican food and cheering on the Arkansas Razorbacks with his wife and two sons.
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Michele Shaw
Job Title: Associate Director, Marketing Operations
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Callie Wilson
Job Title: Controller
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