Plan Your Experience
Dentistry’s Next Chapter Starts Here
Dental care is stepping into a transformative era, with whole-person health priorities and digital innovation reshaping how practices deliver outcomes, access, and experience. The 2026 Dental Roundtable is the essential gathering for DSO and independent practice leaders committed to navigating rapid change - adopting smarter technologies, strengthening operations, addressing workforce and growth pressures, and capitalizing on new investment and partnership models. Across two days of candid, high-impact conversations, you’ll explore what’s working now, what’s coming next, and leave with peer-tested strategies to elevate care and build a more resilient, future-ready organization.
Conference Schedule
14 TUESDAY
7:00 AM
Registration Opens
8:00 - 9:25 AM
Sessions
9:25 - 9:55 AM
Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall
10:00 - 11:25 AM
Sessions
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Networking Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
12:35 - 2:00 PM
Sessions
2:00 - 2:25 PM
Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall
2:30 - 5:00 PM
Sessions
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Happy Hour in the Exhibit Hall
15 TUESDAY
7:30 - 8:30 AM
Registration & Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall
8:30 - 9:55 AM
Sessions
9:55 - 10:25 AM
Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall
10:25 - 11:50 AM
Sessions
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Networking Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
1:05 - 3:35 PM
Sessions
3:35 PM
Meeting Adjourns
Things to do in Chicago
Things to do Nearby
Grant Park + Buckingham Fountain
Right across the street / 5–8 minute walk
Your front yard for the week. Take a quick stroll through Chicago’s “front lawn” and swing by the fountain for a classic skyline photo and fresh air reset.
Millennium Park + “Cloud Gate” (The Bean)
12–15 minute walk
A must-do if it’s your first time in town (or your tenth). Easy to pop over early morning or after sessions for the iconic Chicago shot.
Museum Campus (Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium)
15–25 minute walk / quick rideshare
Three world-class museums in one lakeside cluster. Great for an afternoon break or if you’re extending your stay.
Soldier Field
~20 minute walk
If there’s a game or concert during your stay, you’re close enough to make it an easy evening plan.
Michigan Avenue Stroll (toward the Loop)
10–15 minute walk north
Head up Michigan Ave for shopping, architecture, and the classic downtown energy—simple, no-planning-required exploring.
Lakefront Trail Walk or Divvy Ride
Steps from the hotel
A beautiful way to start or end the day. The trail runs along Lake Michigan with unbeatable views.
Hilton
Restaurants Nearby
For Client Dinners / Group Nights Out
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant (South Loop / Prairie District) – Classic white-tablecloth steak and seafood in a historic firehouse setting; a strong choice for executive dinners and hosting clients.
- Apolonia (South Loop) – Modern, chef-driven American spot with a polished dining room that works well for groups and business conversation.
- Il Culaccino (South Loop) – Warm, upscale Italian that’s consistently reliable for client meals, team dinners, and easy walkability from the hotel.
- Remington’s (South Loop / Printer’s Row edge) – A neighborhood staple for steaks and business-friendly vibes when you want something close and straightforward.
For Great Networking Happy Hours
- Kasey’s Tavern (South Loop) – Old-school Chicago pub energy and an easy, low-lift meetup spot for small groups after sessions.
- Reggie’s Rooftop (South Loop — short ride) – Casual rooftop hang with a fun atmosphere and skyline views when you want something lively but not too far.
For Quick Bites / Between Sessions
- Cafecito (South Loop / The Loop edge) – Fast, excellent Cuban sandwiches and coffee—perfect for grab-and-go lunch or a quick breakfast run.
- Eleven City Diner (South Loop / Museum Campus area) – Comfort-food diner with all-day breakfast that’s great for a quick, satisfying meal.
- Brûlée Chicago (South Loop / Michigan Ave.) – All-day brunch and café fare right on Michigan Avenue
