ADSO begins search for new CEO

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DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Sep 1, 2026

Andrew Smith.Andrew Smith.

The Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO) announced that CEO Andrew Smith is stepping down at the end of 2026, and it will start searching for a replacement.

Smith will continue to serve as CEO through December 31. The ADSO board will share additional information about the transition process when appropriate, it said.

 

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