October 29, 2008

Former ADHA Executive Director Passes Away
Carl H. Hauber passed away on his 77th birthday, Aug. 4, 2008, in Naples, Fla. He was born in Elmhurst, Ill. on Aug. 4, 1931 and lived in the Chicago area until he and his wife Wanda, retired to Naples in 1999. 

Carl was educated at the University of Illinois Law School where he received his law degree. Carl spent his career in association management, first as executive director for the American Oil Chemists Society, then for the American Dental Hygienists' Association, and finally retiring after 20 years with the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Carl is survived by his wife, Wanda; his mother, Susan of Naples, Fla; his children, Carla (Greg) of Winnebago, Ill. and Qingdao, China and Mathias (Patricia) of Decatur, Ill; his grandchildren, Benjamin (Lisa) of Norman, Okla., Libby of Champaign, Ill. and Carl of Decatur, Ill.

Donations are suggested in his name to the Museum of Military Memorabilia, Inc., P.O. Box 112800, Naples, Fla, 34108.

ADHA Seeks Director of Corporate Development
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), a national, not-for-profit, professional association representing the interests of more than 150,000 registered dental hygienists, has an immediate opening for a director of corporate development. 

The candidate chosen for this position will be a self-motivated, experienced professional who will be able to represent the association’s vision for the future and create opportunities with our corporate partners to achieve mutually beneficial strategic partnerships.  Developing partnerships with non-dental related organizations is also key as this individual will be held responsible for securing annual corporate funding of $1 million.

The Director of Corporate Development also has responsibility for managing the ADHA Institute for Oral Health, which is the association’s fundraising arm supporting education and research.  Developing new areas of funding for the Institute is another key component of the position.

The director of development supervises a staff of three.

The candidate chosen for this position will be comfortable with the consultative sales process, have a working knowledge of contemporary corporate environments and be able to effectively manage the corporate proposal process during a variety of association events, including the ADHA Annual Meeting. Ability to work in a team environment is essential. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years progressive experience in fundraising, development or sales, preferably in a not-for-profit arena required. Experience in the dental industry is a plus. Strong oral and written communication skills and computer literacy required. 

Salary will be commensurate with background and experience.  Interested parties should send resume and salary requirements in confidence to Human Resources, 444 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 3400, Chicago, IL 60611 or jobs@adha.net.  Please outline your qualifications and salary requirements for this position in a comprehensive cover letter.

The American Dental Hygienists’ Association is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Earn Your Wings
In celebration of National Dental Hygiene Month in October, on behalf of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) and the National Children’s Oral Health Foundation (NCOHF), we invite all dental hygienists to “earn your wings” by participating in the ADHA Toothfairy Campaign.

Join your colleagues across America and become a Toothfairy. For each tax deductible, minimum contribution of $25, your name will be entered to win a pair of Sybron Orascoptic Loupes ($50 = 2 entries, $75 = 3 entries).  With $50 or more, you will receive a Toothfairy pin.

Add your name to the growing list of Toothfairies. Raffle winners and Toothfairies will be announced in the November ADHA Update and issues of dental hygiene journals, showcasing all who are making a difference on the frontline of defense – where care begins.

Please forward this email to 10 of your closest colleagues. Let’s increase participation by the end of October and show the world our power in numbers.

Who is a HYGIENIST HERO™?
YOU are. Dental hygienists are an integral part of the dental team, and go above and beyond daily clinical practice. You are a dental hygienist who donates time to charities to enhance oral health care in your community. You are an inspiration to all.

In appreciation for your extraordinary efforts, the American Dental Hygienists’ Association has created a recognition program to honor your efforts. This program is sponsored by Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Products Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc., maker of LISTERINE® Antiseptic and REACH® Brands. We want to recognize YOU, registered dental hygienist, for the efforts you have championed to raise awareness for oral health care.

Find out how you can be the next HYGIENIST HERO™!

Be part of the HYGIENIST HERO Recognition Program from the American Dental Hygienists’ Association and Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Products. The next round of honorees for the HYGIENIST HERO™ program will be recognized at the 2009 ADHA Annual Session, Washington, DC, June 16-24, 2009.

For complete information, visit http://www.jjdentalprofessional.com/global/hygienist-hero.html

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