2022 ODA Leadership Academy

Meet the 2022 ODA Leadership Academy Class!

The Oklahoma Dental Association’s Leadership Academy is a statewide program to develop future leaders in organized dentistry and educate them on the foundational keys to its success. The Academy is designed to be a series of courses that challenge and educate the candidates in order to prepare future leaders at the national, state and local Component levels. Candidates should have a sincere interest in strengthening their community and the dental profession. Please join us in welcoming the 2022 Leadership Academy Class!

Seth Brooks, DDS

Norman OU College of Dentistry, 2014

I was influenced to become a dentist and oral surgeon after working as an oral surgery assistant at my uncle’s office during college.

If I could have a second profession, I would be a graphic designer.

My favorite place I’ve traveled is Antigua and if I had six months to live, I would travel with my family.

The best concert I’ve ever been to is John Mayer at The Forum in Los Angeles.

Twana Duncan, DDS

Antlers OU College of Dentistry, 1991

My dream vacation would be a multi-country tour with my husband, Jack, seeing architecture, art exhibits, culture, eating great food and drinking local wines.

Friends would describe me as passionate about my career and mission to provide care for children in SE Oklahoma.

In my spare time, I like to play with my five grandchildren and travel. I’ve been to all 50 states and my next goal is 50 countries!

Cheryl Fleming, DDS

Tulsa OU College of Dentistry, 2020

My favorite place I’ve traveled is Yellowstone National Park after visiting with my family when I was 8 years old. That’s when I realized how magical different places can be, my love for being outdoors and how cool our planet is.

The book I’m currently reading is It by Stephen King. My proudest accomplishment is happening every single day. Dentistry. It was a difficult journey to get here and a challenge every single day. But the love and the learning from every single patient makes me better.

If I could have dinner with anyone, it would be with my Grandpa. He passed away when I was too young to understand the importance of learning from him. He was a paratrooper, a PhD in psychology, and a professor, and my siblings and I suspect, a spy.

Jenny Harreld, DDS

Oklahoma City OU College of Dentistry, 2021

Sydney Rogers,DDS

Enid OU College of Dentistry, 2017

I am currently reading The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown. I enjoyed what she says about meaningful work and the importance of using our individual gifts and talents to contribute to our community.

I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two children - Alston is five and Iris is one. I also enjoy playing violin in our church orchestra and with the Enid Symphony Orchestra!

I would take someone visiting Enid to see the world’s tallest Christmas tree. Enid is home to a 140-foot freshcut fir tree that is 75% taller than the Rockefeller Center tree.

Troy Schmitz, DDS

Oklahoma City OU College of Dentistry, 2015

The best concert I ever went to was with Dr. Randy White while he was still teaching at the school. We went to Dallas to see one of my favorite bands, Neutral Milk Hotel.

My proudest accomplishment is convincing my wife, Dianna, to marry me. Dentistry is stressful but having her support gets me through the hardest days.

If I could have a second career, it would have to be a Pizza Consultant.

Mary Temple-Goins, DDS

Ardmore OU College of Dentistry, 2020

Ryan Theobald, DDS

Oklahoma City OU College of Dentistry, 2011

As a child, I didn’t have a smile I could be proud of; but after several years of dental work and ortho, my smile is now my favorite feature. I became a dentist to help my patients gain a smile that they can also be proud of.

I’m currently reading the 4-Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferris.

If someone was visiting my town, I would show them the beautiful countryside that rural Oklahoma has to offer - where there are more cows than people. The importance of great leadership has been a critical part of the ODA’s success for well over 100 years. I am looking forward to further developing my leadership skills through the ODA and to become a future leader in organized dentistry!

With 3 ½ year old twins, most of my spare time is spent wrangling them. When I do get a free moment, I love having dates with my wife, Jackie, playing golf, and hanging out with friends and family.

If I could have dinner with anyone tonight, it would be The Rock. I think it would be the perfect balance of laughter, motivation, and leadership.

Congratulations to this year’s candidates and thank you for your contributions and dedication to organized dentistry! We look forward to seeing the impact you have on the profession and the Association. For more information on the ODA Leadership Academy, or how to become more involved in the Association, please contact ODA Director of Membership Kylie Faherty, at 405.848.8873 or kfaherty@okda.org.