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The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger
What does it mean to become an Orthopreneur? Hi there! My name is Dr. Glenn Krieger and I believe that in today’s competitive world, the orthodontic and dental communities should be collaborative. And I've created Orthopreneurs so that we can move towards that goal together. Orthodontists are smart people. You’ve accomplished a lot to get where you are, but chances are you never got a formal education in how to run the most effective and lowest stress practice possible. Don’t sweat it! Because we’ve got your back... Being an Orthopreneur means that you’re a part of a community. A community that brings peers together to become the best clinicians and the best business owners they can be. Becoming an Orthopreneurs means you never ever need to practice alone. Join the FREE Facebook group by simply applying:https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs
The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger
Why Now Is an Interesting Time to Look at OSOs
Today’s 5-Minute Friday is all about a topic that’s bound to get people talking: private equity. I know it stirs up strong opinions, but stick with me. I am giving the reasons why now could be a really interesting time to at least take a look at what private equity-backed OSOs have to offer.
I’ve seen a lot of deals, had boots-on-the-ground experience with Smile Doctors, and watched the five-year investment clock tick away. We’re getting close to another cycle, and if you're paying attention, you’ll see why that matters.
Even if you're not thinking of selling, there’s no harm in getting an offer. You might be surprised what your practice is worth.
Beyond the money, there’s serious value in the support, the systems, and the freedom that comes with handing off the stuff you hate doing. HR, marketing, bills... all gone.
I’m not here to sell you; I just want to make sure you’re thinking with facts, not fear. 🎧 Give it a listen. You’ve got nothing to lose and maybe a lot to gain.
Key Takeaways
Introduction (00:00)
What private equity is and how it functions (00:54)
The five-year investment cycle (01:19)
Smile Doctors nearing equity event (02:33)
Why PE-backed OSOs are a strong opportunity (03:10)
Why now is a good entry point (04:08)
Non-financial benefits of joining OSOs (05:54)
Why now is a good entry point (06:20)
Importance of getting a valuation (07:08)
Additional Resources
- Register for the OrthoPreneurs Summit 2025: http://opsummit2025.com/
- For more information, visit: https://orthopreneurs.com/
- Join our FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs