Ross Education Keynote Speaker | Community Partnerships

At LADD Dental Group, we believe that strong communities are built on relationships, trust, and shared goals. That’s why we are deeply honored and humbled to have been selected to give the Keynote Address at Ross Medical Education Center’s 2025 graduation ceremony in Kokomo.

This opportunity is incredibly meaningful to our team. Ross Medical Education Center has long been a vital partner in shaping the future of dental care, and we are proud to support and celebrate their graduating class — a group of individuals who are about to embark on careers that will make a real difference in people’s lives.

Community partnerships are at the heart of everything we do at LADD Dental Group. From supporting educational institutions to investing in local events and organizations, we believe that giving back and staying connected helps all of us thrive. Being asked to share a message with the graduating class is a true testament to the power of these relationships, and we are so grateful to be part of such an important milestone in their journeys.

To the Class of 2025: your hard work, dedication, and passion for dental care inspire us. We are excited to celebrate this achievement with you and to cheer you on as you take the next step in your professional careers. The future is bright — and you are the ones who will help shape it.

Thank you again to Ross Medical Education Center for this incredible honor. We are truly grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us and for the ongoing partnership that allows all of us to better serve our communities.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

- The LADD Dental Group Team

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