
Elijah Desmond
The Dental Festival and Smiles at Sea
Guest Bio:
A seasoned dental entrepreneur and co-founder and co-CEO of Dental Pitch Brokerage, he helps dentists sell their practices for maximum value and ideal terms. With seven personal exits, he brings firsthand experience building and scaling businesses, optimizing practice value, and guiding professionals through seamless transitions.
A two-time bestselling author, his book Serial Entrepreneur: From Startup to Success offers practical strategies for launching and growing businesses with confidence. He is a sought-after speaker at dental events, delivering actionable insights to help dentists prepare for practice sales and navigate transitions effectively.
Beyond brokerage, he has shaped dental education through founding Smiles at Sea Dental CE Cruise and The Dental Festival. He also leads the Facebook community Trapped in an Op: Dental Career Alternatives, a group of over 25,000 dental professionals exploring career paths beyond clinical practice.
Whether you’re preparing to sell your practice, looking for a high-energy keynote speaker, or need a benefit auctioneer, he brings the same entrepreneurial intensity to every stage.
