Co-Founder & CEO · Dental Pitch Brokerage
Elijah Desmond
One of the most recognized voices in dental practice transitions, Elijah Desmond is Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Dental Pitch Brokerage and an advisory-focused dental broker helping dentists sell practices in Florida and nationwide.
- Speaker & Author
- Event Creator
- Podcast Host
- Industry Connector
About Elijah Desmond, Dental Broker in Florida With Nationwide Reach
Elijah Desmond is Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Dental Pitch Brokerage, and one of the most recognized voices in dental practice transitions in the country. He is a speaker, educator, author, event creator, DJ, emcee, podcast guest, and industry connector — and all of that experience flows directly into the way he works with practice owners who are preparing to sell.
Based in Florida and working with sellers nationwide, Elijah helps dentists navigate one of the most significant decisions of their professional lives. He works with owners of general practices, specialty practices, multi-location organizations, and larger group practices, bringing strategy, market knowledge, and a steady hand to a process that most owners have never been through before.
What sets Elijah apart is that he does not treat a practice sale as a transaction to move quickly. He treats it as a decision that deserves careful preparation, honest perspective, and guidance built around what the seller actually wants their life and business to look like after the deal is done.
Elijah Desmond’s Role at Dental Pitch Brokerage
As Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Elijah leads the seller advisory experience and the strategic vision of the firm. He works directly with practice owners from first conversation through closing, bringing a combination of market knowledge, buyer relationships, and a seller-first philosophy to every engagement.
Selling a dental practice is not just a financial event. It is a personal one. Elijah's role is to make sure the outcome reflects both — the numbers and the meaning behind them.
- 01 Works directly with practice owners across general, specialty, multi-location, and group practice transitions
- 02 Guides sellers through practice valuation, strategic positioning, and pre-sale preparation
- 03 Connects sellers with DSOs, private equity, and qualified private buyers
- 04 Ensures every seller understands their options, their leverage, and what strong deal terms actually look like
- 05 Guides every deal from first conversation through closing with a focus on value, timing, and fit
- 06 Drives the firm's nationwide reach and boutique, white-glove service model
- 07 Creates and leads live pitch events at dental conferences — applying his event expertise to the buyer-seller connection process
Why Dentists Trust Elijah Desmond as an Advisory-Focused Dental Broker
Dentists trust Elijah because he has spent years inside the dental industry as more than a broker — and because everything he has built, spoken about, and written flows directly into the way he guides sellers through one of the most significant decisions of their professional lives.
Industry Insider
He built Smiles at Sea and The Dental Festival — nationally recognized CE conference brands. He understands the world dentists have been living in before they ever sit across from a broker.
Platform & Reach
He has spoken at the ADA, Chicago Midwinter Meeting, Florida Dental Convention, and major events nationwide. His podcast appearances reach hundreds of thousands of dental professionals.
Recognized by the Industry
Nifty Thrifty Awards named him Favorite Dental Broker in 2024. Named Industry Influencer of the Year. Featured in Dental Lifestyles Magazine. These reflect the trust tens of thousands of dental professionals have placed in his voice.
Author & Educator
He has written books and created educational content specifically for dentists navigating growth and transition — giving sellers the knowledge to make confident, informed decisions before they go to market.
Elijah Desmond’s Core Expertise as a Dental Broker and Practice Transition Advisor
From practice valuation and buyer identification to live pitch events and EBITDA education — Elijah brings a range of capabilities that few brokers can match.
Practice Valuation & Positioning
Dental practice valuation and strategic sale positioning across general, specialty, multi-location, and group practice transitions.
Buyer Identification & Alignment
Connecting sellers with the right buyers — DSOs, private equity groups, and qualified private practitioners — based on fit, not just speed.
Pre-Sale Advisory
Practice preparation and pre-sale advisory — helping owners understand what buyers look for and how to position their practice before going to market.
EBITDA Education & Value Optimization
EBITDA education and practice value optimization — giving sellers the financial literacy to negotiate from a position of knowledge and confidence.
Live Pitch Events
Creation and facilitation of live pitch events at dental conferences — where buyers and sellers connect in person in environments designed to build trust.
Speaking & Thought Leadership
Dental industry speaking, education, and content creation — including books, podcasts, and media reaching 400K+ dental professionals.
Elijah Desmond’s Experience in Dental Brokerage and Practice Transitions
From founding nationally recognized dental events to co-building an advisory-driven brokerage firm — Elijah's career has been built entirely inside the dental industry.
Current
Co-Founder & Co-CEO
Dental Pitch Brokerage
Co-built and leads an advisory-driven dental practice brokerage firm serving sellers nationwide. Dental Pitch has been named Best Dental Brokerage by Dental Lifestyles Magazine (Nifty Thrifty Awards). The firm operates a boutique, white-glove model centered on preparation, clarity, and seller-first representation. Elijah's event expertise directly shapes the firm's live pitch events, where buyers and sellers meet in person at dental conferences.
Founder
Smiles at Sea
Dental CE Conference Brand
Created one of the dental industry's most recognized continuing education conference brands, bringing dental professionals together across cruise and resort experiences. The platform gave Elijah deep industry relationships and a national platform that continues to shape how dentists engage with his work at Dental Pitch.
Founder
The Dental Festival
Dental Education & Networking Event
Co-created and led The Dental Festival, a major dental education and networking event. Demonstrates consistent commitment to building meaningful, high-energy community experiences for dental professionals.
Active
Speaker, DJ & Emcee
Dental Conferences Nationwide
Active speaker, DJ, and emcee at ADA programming, Chicago Midwinter Meeting, Florida Dental Convention, Smiles at Sea, The Dental Festival, and continuing education events across the country. Known for bringing clarity, energy, and strategy to conversations about dental business, growth, and practice transitions.
Author
HYPE: The Ultimate How-To Guide for Conferences & Events
Published Book
Published author of HYPE, a practical guide for designing events that feel energetic, memorable, and human rather than stiff or generic. The book reflects Elijah's philosophy that the environment of a room shapes the outcomes of the conversations that happen inside it.
Author
Dental Business & Practice Transitions
Content Creator & Published Author
Published books and written educational content focused on dental business, leadership, and practice transitions. His published work includes resources distributed through Dental Pitch Brokerage that help sellers prepare before they ever speak with a broker.
Advisory
Advisory Roles & Industry Recognition
onDiem · DentistryIQ · Trapped in an Op
Has served in advisory capacities including onDiem advisory board involvement. Featured in DentistryIQ as a founder and industry voice. Connected to leadership and mentorship communities including Trapped in an Op, supporting dentists across professional development and practice growth.
HYPE: The Book Behind the Event Model
HYPE: The Ultimate How-To Guide for Conferences & Events is Elijah's published playbook for creating live experiences that drive real engagement. The book is built on the principle that atmosphere, energy, and human connection are not decorative elements of a good event — they are the mechanism through which trust is built and decisions get made.
At Dental Pitch Brokerage, that principle applies directly to the firm's live pitch events at dental conferences. These events are not slide presentations or one-sided pitches. They are designed environments where buyers and sellers engage directly, build real rapport, and create the kind of connection that leads to better deals and better outcomes.
HYPE teaches how to create the kind of room where people pay attention, trust the process, and want to participate. That is exactly the environment a successful dental pitch event requires — and the reason Elijah's event background is a direct competitive advantage for the sellers Dental Pitch represents.
Recognition, Speaking, and Media for Elijah Desmond, Dental Broker and Industry Educator
Awards & Recognition
Elijah has been recognized by the dental industry for his contributions as a broker, educator, and community builder. These awards reflect the trust that tens of thousands of dental professionals have placed in his voice over time.
Speaking & Events
Elijah is an active speaker, DJ, and emcee at major dental conferences nationwide — bringing clarity, energy, and strategy to conversations about dental business, growth, and practice transitions.
Podcast & Media
Elijah's podcast appearances and media features reach 400K+ dental professionals. His content spans practice transitions, EBITDA education, dental business strategy, and the emotional side of selling.
Written by Elijah Desmond, Dental Broker and Co-Founder of Dental Pitch Brokerage
Elijah has published guides, playbooks, and educational content specifically for dentists navigating practice transitions — available directly through Dental Pitch Brokerage.
Best Dental Broker Playbook for Selling Your Dental Practice for Maximum Value
A practical playbook for practice owners preparing to sell — covering valuation, positioning, and what strong deal terms actually look like.
GuideBest Dental Broker Near Me: A Dentist's Guide to Choosing the Right Partner
How to evaluate and choose a dental broker — what to look for, what to avoid, and why the advisory model matters.
ArticleDental Pitch's Winning Dental Brokerage Model Nationwide: What Makes It Different
An inside look at the advisory-driven model that separates Dental Pitch from transaction-focused brokerages.
ArticleHow to Create a Compelling Sales Pitch for Your Dental Practice
What makes a practice stand out to serious buyers — and how to present your practice in a way that drives competitive offers.
ChecklistDental Practice Transition Checklist: How to Sell for the Most Money and Value
A step-by-step checklist for practice owners preparing for a sale — from financial clean-up to closing day.
Complete GuideHow to Sell a Dental Practice for Maximum Value in 2026
The most comprehensive guide to selling a dental practice in 2026 — covering every stage from preparation through closing.
How Elijah Desmond Strengthens Dental Pitch Brokerage
Elijah is the public face and founding vision of Dental Pitch Brokerage. He built the firm around a belief that most dental brokerages are not built to serve sellers — they are built to move transactions. Dental Pitch was designed to be different: advisory-driven, seller-focused, and committed to outcomes that protect what practice owners have built.
His industry network, developed over years of speaking, event leadership, and content creation, means Dental Pitch has access to a buyer ecosystem that most brokerage firms cannot match. When a practice goes to market through Dental Pitch, it reaches DSOs, private equity groups, and qualified private buyers who are already familiar with the firm and its reputation.
His background as an event creator and the lessons documented in HYPE give Dental Pitch a distinct advantage in how its live pitch events are designed and run. Most brokerage firms connect buyers and sellers through emails and phone calls. Dental Pitch connects them in rooms that Elijah has thought carefully about — because he knows that the environment where trust forms shapes the quality of the deals that follow.
His personal brand in dentistry also creates a level of trust and credibility that benefits every seller the firm represents. Dentists who have heard Elijah speak, read his work, or listened to him on a podcast already know who he is and what he stands for. That recognition shortens the trust-building process and allows the advisory work to start sooner and go deeper.
Buyer Ecosystem
Years of industry relationships mean Dental Pitch reaches DSOs, private equity, and qualified private buyers that most brokerages cannot access.
Event Advantage
Elijah's background in event design gives Dental Pitch a distinct edge in how live pitch events are structured — creating the conditions where trust forms and deals get made.
Personal Brand & Trust
Dentists who already know Elijah from speaking, podcasts, or his books arrive with trust already built — shortening the advisory process and deepening the work.
Seller-First Philosophy
Every decision at Dental Pitch is built around what is best for the seller — not what moves the transaction fastest. That philosophy starts with Elijah and runs through every engagement.
Beyond the Office: Elijah Desmond, Dental Broker and Industry Connector
Elijah is based in Florida. He is known throughout the dental community not just for his professional contributions but for the genuine energy and warmth he brings to every room he enters. Whether he is running a pitch event, speaking at a conference, or sitting across from a practice owner preparing for the biggest financial decision of their career, he shows up the same way — prepared, present, and fully committed to making the outcome as good as it can be.
Learn More About Elijah Desmond, Dental Broker at Dental Pitch Brokerage
Work With Elijah Desmond and the Dental Pitch Advisory Team
Dental Pitch Brokerage brings together event expertise, deep industry relationships, and a seller-first philosophy — all under one advisory roof.
If you are ready to understand what your practice is worth, or thinking about what a transition could look like, the right conversation starts here.
The goal is not just to sell your practice.
The goal is to sell it on your terms.
What to Expect
- 01 A confidential conversation about your practice and your goals
- 02 An honest assessment of what your practice is worth today
- 03 A clear picture of what buyers will look for and how to prepare
- 04 Strategic guidance — with no pressure and no obligation