The SWSO Board of Directors and Delegation met in Nashville, Tennessee on March 9th for the annual Ad Interim Board meeting. After a productive meeting in the morning, the Board participated in a joint afternoon session with the SAO Board of Directors to discuss tactics for working together on the new Strategic Plan - particularly for finalizing a successful merger, investing in the relationship between the constituent and each state component, and elevating the value of SAO/SWSO membership. The picture above includes leaders from both the SAO and SWSO who are moving this historic partnership forward.

In addition, the 2024 SWSO/SAO Leadership Development Class participated in leadership education, networking opportunities with SAO and SWSO leaders, and time for group work on projects that will be presented during the Annual Session in September.

Your Voice Matters! Join SWSO for a Special Membership Meeting

This month, the SWSO and SAO Boards of Directors voted to approve a resolution that outlines the path forward to a formally and legally combined entity while ensuring alignment and adherence to the AAO bylaws. On June 3, 2024 we will commence doing business jointly as the SSO.

Please join us for a historic vote to finalize the merger!

When: Saturday, May 4 from 1:45-2:45pm

Where: Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (room 201-202), located at 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130.

This meeting is being held in conjunction with the AAO Annual Session.

The AAO is proud to announce its endorsement of Perfect401(k)®, a leading provider of customized retirement solutions tailored to the specific needs of orthodontics practices. This endorsement recognizes Perfect401(k)®'s commitment to offering orthodontists a hassle-free, cost-effective way to establish and manage retirement plans for their employees. 

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This endorsement translates to exclusive benefits for AAO members, including discounted rates and personalized service from Perfect401(k)®. This collaboration reflects the shared commitment of both organizations to the professional and financial well-being of orthodontists and their staff nationwide. 

By choosing Perfect401(k)®, AAO members can gain peace of mind knowing they are providing their employees with a valuable retirement benefit while also saving money and simplifying plan administration. This endorsement is a testament to the AAO's commitment to supporting the professional and financial success of its members. 

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Experience Orthodontic Excellence: Join the AAO at Unmissable Meetings in 2024!

Don’t miss the dynamic energy of thousands of orthodontists and team members, learning from expert speakers in one place at the 2024 AAO Annual Session. Join us in New Orleans May 3-6. A new, short video capsulizes what to expect at the World’s Greatest Celebration of Orthodontics™ in 2024.