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?
2025 Scientific
Session Committee
Christine Hammer, D.D.S.
2025 Chairperson
- Brandon Ulstad, D.D.S. board liaison
- Teresa Fong, D.D.S.
- Kimberly Harms, D.D.S.
- Woody Kwon, D.D.S.
- Mary Shipp, D.D.S.
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)
“Ask Me!” Volunteer
A NEW Volunteer Opportunity! “Ask Me!” volunteers will be stationed in the education level hallways, and be available to help answer attendee questions and concerns.
Responsibilities:
- Be available to help answer any questions an attendee may have, including directions. Help address any concerns they may have and connect with SSC Committee to have issues resolved.
Benefits
- Complimentary breakfast and lunch in our VIP Hospitality Suite
- Complimentary reserved parking on the day(s) you are volunteering