b'SCIENCE & COLLABORATIONNominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Leadership, Engagement, Action, and Development (LEAD) Program. The LEAD Program isThe LEAD Program was launched in 2017. To date, over 85 members an exclusive two-day program forhave participated in this unique networking and learning opportunity. up-and-comers in periodonticsTo be eligible for the LEAD Program, nominees must:designed to cultivate the necessaryBe an active member in good standing who has been in practice lessskills to ensure success and inspirethan 10 years. a commitment to advance the Have demonstrated a previous aptitude for leadership during residency, practice, or other setting. profession. Topics covered at the LEAD Have shown an interest in playing a role in moving the specialty Program include opportunities withinforward through clinical, scientific, or organizational leadership. organized dentistry, clinical, practice,This years program will be held in Chicago, Sept. 20-22. It is a and scientific leadership, effectiverequirement that selected participants attend the entirety of the program. To nominate a young periodontist for this prestigious community outreach, and professionalprogram, visit www.perio.org/for-members/leadership-engagement-action-and-development-lead-program/ The relationship development.nomination period closes on March 31, 2024. 2024 LEADProgram Nominations39'