Networking Events

Welcome Reception: Sweet Home Chicago!

Thursday, May 27
6 – 9 p.m.
Hilton Chicago: Grand Ballroom and International Ballroom

What better way to start the Annual Session in the Academy's hometown than to celebrate, Sweet Home Chicago! Mingle with friends and colleagues and make new acquaintances while enjoying the traditional blues music Chicago is known for in the swanky lounge along with a featured band in the club.

Career Opportunities Fair

Friday, May 28
3 – 5 p.m.

Are you planning to hire a pediatric dentist? Once again, the Committee on the New Pediatric Dentist is sponsoring the Career Opportunities Fair. This is a great occasion for a new pediatric dentist seeking their first practice position or the more experienced pediatric dentist who is looking for a change. For more information, visit http://www.aapd.org/annual or contact Debra Gilbert at (312) 337-2169 or dgilbert@aapd.org. The cost to participate as an employer is $125 for AAPD Members.

Career Opportunities Fair Form

New Pediatric Dentist Happy Hour

Friday, May 28
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Buddy Guys' Legends

Steps from the hotel is Buddy Guy's Legends which has hosted the best-of-the-best blues musicians from Eric Clapton to Stevie Ray Vaughn, including local greats like Buddy and the band performing for this event. Play a game of pool or watch the band as network with other new dentists from across the country.

Presidents' Farewell Dinner

Sunday, May 30
6:30 – 10:30 p.m.
Art Institute of Chicago Modern Wing

Join your friends, colleagues and the presidents of AAPD and Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children, the Foundation of the AAPD, at the Art Institute of Chicago, the Modern Wing, with an amazing collection making it the second-largest modern art museum in the United States. This new wing lends itself to a beautifully orchestrated balance between sophisticated and functional space with a neo-classical symmetry and elegance overlooking amazing views of the city. End the Annual Session with a memorable dinner in one of the most spectacular venues in Chicago!