WSDA Leadership Institute

The WSDA Leadership Institute is a program designed to foster new leadership in organized dentistry by getting participants involved in a variety of WSDA activities and meetings. The program provides an opportunity for WSDA members, in small cohorts of five to seven participants, to gain a better understanding of organized dentistry at the state level and to build relationships with current WSDA leaders. Participants are paired with WSDA Board of Directors or Past President mentors who shepherd them through several activities tailored to developing emerging leaders from within our membership.  

Leadership Institute Events

2025 Leadership Institute participants should plan to attend the following events. All program costs are paid by WSDA, including airfare, hotels, meals, and transportation.  

• Pacific Northwest Dental Conference (May 8-10, 2025 in Seattle)
• Past Presidents Roundtable & Association Orientation (September 25, 2025 in Tacoma)
• House of Delegates (September 25-27, 2025 in Tacoma)
• Committee Meeting(s) of Participant’s Choice (Multiple Dates in Seattle)
• Dental Action Day (Date TBA January/February 2026 in Olympia)
• Board of Directors Meeting (March 13, 2026 in Seattle)

The deadline to apply is Sunday, February 16, 2025.

Leadership Institute Application

Leadership Institute Past Graduates