Elevate FAQ

Elevate is the ADA’s new leadership conference designed to help you gain the leadership, business and communication skills that you weren’t taught in dental school.

Elevate will be held Friday, March 28 at 7 PM to Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 12 PM ET, at the Marriot Marquis Washington, DC.

The program includes live workshops, expert-led sessions, networking opportunities, and hands-on exercises to help participants apply leadership concepts in real-world scenarios.

Elevate includes intimate breakout sessions, immersive activities and receptions with opportunities to connect with peers and leaders.

Friday reception: From 7-9 PM Light appetizers and drinks to kick-off Elevate.

Saturday Experiential Activities: From 2:30-4 PM you will have the opportunity to join one of the immersive activities that we have planned or you may take this time to relax and explore D.C. on your own.

Saturday reception: From 7-9 PM Elevate attendees get exclusive access to the skating rink and pickleball courts at Kraken Kourts & Skates, including courtside cabanas to gather and socialize. Appetizers, desserts and drinks are provided.

Breakfast and Lunch will be provided on Saturday, March 29 and Sunday, March 30.

Appetizers and refreshments will be provided at the evening receptions on Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 29.

Elevate is open to everyone. Including, but not limited to, dental students, residents, dentists, and members of the dental team.

Registration for Elevate is $1,499 for dentists and dental teams.

The student and resident rate is $199 with the discount code. Please contact us for the code if you are a student or resident.

You are responsible for coordinating your own travel and accommodation.

At the moment, we are not offering payment plans for Elevate.

You can register onsite, but we do encourage you to register early to ensure you can participate in the whole event.

Registration is in the foyer of the Marquis Ballroom on Meeting Level 2 (two levels below the main lobby). Registration will be open at the following times: Friday 5-7 pm, Saturday 7 am - 5 pm, and Sunday 7-11:30 am.

If you can no longer attend Elevate, please contact us to request a refund, less a $50 processing fee.

You can earn up to 7.5 total CE hours for your participation in Elevate.

Your CE verification will be added to your ADA.org account within 10 business days following the closing of the conference. For any questions, contact us at dental_ce@ada.org.

Yes. Partial credit is not awarded for Elevate.

Anyone attending Elevate, including those attending Lobby Day, are responsible for coordinating and covering the cost of their hotel accommodation at the Marriot Marquis, March 28-30.

Yes, please visit our travel page for more information on exclusive discounts for hotel, airfare, and car rentals.

Please contact us.