Volunteer
Volunteer Opportunities
The Star of the North conference is coordinated by a team of volunteer dentists, students, and staff to bring attendees the very best professional development opportunities. Interested in getting involved?
2024 Scientific
Session Committee
Anne Kent D.D.S.
2024 Chairperson
- Norman Coates, D.M.D.
- Amber Cziok, D.D.S. board liaison
- Teresa Fong, D.D.S.
- Christine Hammer, D.D.S.
- Kimberly Harms, D.D.S.
- Woody Kwon, D.D.S.
- Meghan Schooley, Student
Volunteer Opportunities
Speaker Host
As a speaker host, you will be the primary point of contact for a speaker at Star of the North. This is a very important role as you provide their first impression of the hospitality of the Minnesota Dental Association, and are able to help facilitate the smooth operation of the conference. It is also a unique opportunity to get to know an expert in your field and learn from them in a personal setting. Email son@mndental.org to learn more!
Responsibilities
- Reach out to the speaker prior to the show, make them feel welcome and answer any questions they may have.
- Be available for the speaker throughout the conference, to provide company and support with any issues that may arise.
- Moderate their sessions, including introducing them and making announcements.
Benefits
- Complimentary breakfast and lunch in the VIP Hospitality Suite.
- Complimentary reserved parking on the day(s) you are hosting.
- Complimentary admission to all of the speaker’s lectures/workshops (includes CE credits).
Room Host
As a room host, you will be assigned to “host” a specific session. You may volunteer to host more than one session. This is an important volunteer opportunity, as you will be the face of Star of the North for attendees, and the first line of response should an issue arise. Email son@mndental.org to learn more!
Responsibilities
- Greet attendees and check they are in the right place (with the right ticket!).
- Answer attendee questions about the conference.
- Monitor the room and respond to any issues that arise.
Benefits
- Complimentary breakfast and lunch in our VIP Hospitality Suite
- Complimentary reserved parking on the day(s) you are hosting
- Complimentary admission to the lecture (includes CE credits)
Join the Scientific Session Committee
The SSC recruits a new committee member each year. The term is six years starting June of 2024 and concludes in May of 2030. This is a great group of volunteers that works hard, but has fun too! Apply now to be considered for the committee! Applications will be accepted through February 16, 2024. Please contact Whitney Bey at wbey@mndental.org for more information.