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15-05-2025
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Leixir Dental Laboratory and Heartland Dental Renew Strategic Partnership Through 2029
TAMPA, Fla., May 15, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Leixir Dental Laboratory Group (Leixir), a world-class laboratory network, and Heartland Dental, the nation's leading dental support organization (DSO), announced a four-year continuation of their strategic partnership. Leixir will continue to serve as a key laboratory service provider for the 3,000 plus Heartland Dental supported dentists across the United States. "Leixir consistently delivers high-quality, competitively priced products and tailored services that support our growing network of supported Doctors," said Dr. Anna Singh, SVP of Clinical Operations at Heartland Dental. "Their digital expertise and training resources enhance efficiency and patient care for supported Doctors. We look forward to building on this strong partnership." Leixir provides nationwide lab services, supports DSO-level clinical education offerings and strategic initiatives, and delivers local training and technical assistance to Heartland Dental supported Doctors. Their laboratory network ensures each supported practice has the resources to thrive in today's evolving dental landscape. Leixir's expertise and innovations, such as digital dentures, enable Heartland Dental supported practices to offer more precise and efficient care to their communities. John Krier, Leixir CEO, said, "Heartland Dental demonstrates relentless commitment to support Doctors and their teams as they deliver the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve. We share their commitment and strive to consistently innovate our product and service capabilities to be exceptional partners to their supported Doctors." For more information on Leixir's labs, dental solutions and educational opportunities, please visit For more information on Heartland Dental's support model and services, visit About Leixir Dental Laboratory Group Leixir exists to serve dentists, dental practices, and patients. Leixir's expert team of dental technicians, digital leaders, educators, and service representatives is committed to partnership and precision with every case. Through its global network of laboratories, Leixir offers a complete range of high-quality and high-value dental products, including crowns, bridges, implants, surgical guides, and dentures. Through its strategic U.S. laboratory locations (Knight, Thompson Suburban, Precision Craft, York, Leixir New York, Comprehensive Aesthetic Center, Blue Box, 4G Dental Lab, NXT LVL, Showcase), Leixir offers custom solutions and localized support. For more information, please visit About Heartland Dental Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services. What started from the entrepreneurial spirit of Rick Workman, DMD, with his single dental practice, has evolved into affiliating with over 3,000 doctors in over 1,800 locations across 39 states and the District of Columbia. The company is majority owned by KKR, a leading global investment firm. For additional information, please visit View source version on Contacts For more information, contact:Jess ThompsonVice President, CommunicationsHeartland Dentalmedia@ Sarah TanatraMarketing ManagerLeixir Dental Laboratory Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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30-04-2025
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Orlando Dreamers secure anchor investor Rick Workman in MLB franchise push
The Brief Orlando's bid for a Major League Baseball team now has $2.5 billion in commitments, led by Heartland Dental founder Rick Workman, the organization said. The group aims to acquire a team and build a stadium near International Drive. The MLB and the Tampa Bay Rays have not commented, though Orlando remains positioned amid relocation rumors. ORLANDO, Fla. - The Orlando Dreamers, a group pursuing a Major League Baseball franchise for Orlando, have announced a significant financial commitment totaling $2.5 billion — including $1.5 billion earmarked for acquiring a team and $1 billion for a stadium. On Tuesday, the organization shared more details about the anchor investor. What we know We are now learning more about the financial backers behind efforts to lure Major League Baseball to Orlando. As first reported by the Orlando Sentinel, FOX 35 News has independently confirmed that Rick Workman, founder of Heartland Dental, has been named the group's anchor investor. Workman serves as chair of the Executive Advisor Team at New Harbor Capital, a private equity firm focused on founder-led, growth-stage companies. With more than four decades in the healthcare industry, Workman is considered a leading figure in dental services. A graduate of Southern Illinois University, he also serves on the board of Premier ENT & Allergy and previously held a board seat with PT Solutions. Workman adds heft to the Orlando Dreamers' team of marketers and financial backers. In January, Baseball Hall of Famer, and 12-time MLB All-Star Barry Larkin announced he was joining the organization. "To say that Rick is a massive sports fan would be an understatement. He is extremely knowledgeable about Major League Baseball," The Orlando Dreamers In a February interview with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer, Larkin said the group sees multiple paths forward, whether through an expansion team or moving the Tampa Bay Rays to Orlando if the new stadium situation in St. Petersburg falls through. What we don't know The specific size of Workman's investment remains undisclosed. The Orlando Sentinel also reports that John Morgan, the founder of Morgan & Morgan law firm, has committed "hundreds of millions" contingent on the Dreamers securing a team and a stadium site. FOX 35 has learned of Morgan's interest in the franchise but his full involvement or commitment at this stage has not been confirmed. Other members of the investment group have not been identified, and it's unclear how much political or public support exists for the stadium or the broader MLB bid. The MLB has not responded publicly to the Dreamers, and there is no indication of an active team sale or league expansion at this time. The backstory The Orlando Dreamers effort was spearheaded by Pat Williams, a longtime Central Florida sports executive and founder of the Orlando Magic, before his death last year. The group initially proposed a request for $975 million in Tourist Development Tax funds for the stadium, which the county denied in favor of other priorities. The group has since repositioned its bid with more private capital and is now highlighting high-profile backers to restore momentum and credibility. Dig deeper The preferred location for the stadium is a 35.5-acre parcel of county-owned land next to Aquatica water park on International Drive. The project does not yet have confirmed public funding or explicit support from Orange County's political leadership. In addition to the ballpark, the proposed complex would also include retail shops, restaurants, office space, 1,000 hotel rooms, and parking garages for approximately 6,700 vehicles. The proposed complex, which would be south of the Beachline Expressway (SR 528), would ultimately have a pedestrian bridge and walkway connecting it to a SunRail station, should the commuter rail line be extended to the Orange County Convention Center. What they're saying Orlando has never had a Major League Baseball team, and the Dreamers' campaign represents one of the city's most ambitious attempts to break into the league. "Orlando is prepared to host a major league baseball team from a financial standpoint," said Jim Schnorf, the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Administrative Officer for the Orlando Dreamers. "All we can do is put ourselves in the best position for either a relocation or an expansion," Barry Larkin told FOX 35 in February. "Those are the things that are going to have to happen in the game of baseball. Because one thing about baseball, and a characteristic that I love about the game of baseball, is the stability and the consistency to be successful." "To say that Rick is a massive sports fan would be an understatement. He is extremely knowledgeable about Major League Baseball. Additionally, he has a huge heart for Orlando and shares our vision of the Dreamers having a positive impact on Orange County," the Dreamers told FOX 35 News. "Having Rick Workman as our anchor investor and Barry Larkin as our MLB Ambassador are two major steps in making the Dreamers a world-class organization." Big picture view The plan to bring Major League Baseball to Orlando comes amid speculation that the league might expand or see an existing team, like the Tampa Bay Rays, relocate. However, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has publicly stated his desire to keep the Rays in the Tampa Bay area. Even if the Tampa Bay Rays remain in the Bay Area, Major League Baseball has its sights set on expansion. The league currently has 30 teams and is aiming to grow to 32, with Commissioner Manfred reportedly hoping to finalize an expansion plan before his expected retirement in 2029. That means two new cities could soon be added to the league — with Orlando, Nashville, Montreal and Mexico City among the names floated. Orlando, notably, is the largest media market in the U.S. without an MLB franchise. The Dreamers continue to add investors and is reportedly scouting office space downtown. A team name will also need to be selected if the effort succeeds. Momentum appears to be building. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the Orlando Dreamers and New Harbor Capital Management, LLC.
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15-03-2025
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Meet Altamont's mayoral candidates
The Altamont Chamber of Commerce on Thursday hosted a Meet the Candidates Q & A Night at the city's municipal building to introduce those running for mayor: Michael (Mike) Walker, Richard Finn and Todd Slingerland. Election Day is April 1. Michael Walker Walker currently acts as mayor Pro Tem. Before that, he was a commissioner on the city council. He's running for mayor to help serve the community, and if elected, his top three priorities would be continuing to work on the South Point subdivision, improving infrastructure and improving the overall facilities. Walker Altamont's Pro Tem mayor Michael (Mike) Walker lists his top three priorities if he were to be elected Altamont mayor during the Meet the Candidates Q & A Night on March 13. As a financial analyst for Heartland Dental, he regularly works with budgets. 'In the city, they have budgets, and every department has its amount of money that it can spend on projects,' said Walker. 'I have a practical sense of what those numbers mean, how to correct them and how to analyze them.' Walker said one of the ways the city receives grant money is by becoming fiscally responsible. If elected mayor, Walker will try to make housing in Altamont more affordable by maintaining the city's expenses, so the city doesn't have to raise certain rates like the utility department has in the past. He would encourage the people to be the change they want to see in the city by continuing to make himself available. He enjoys being part of local organizations and working with different visions, goals and changes of the city. 'I want you guys to know me well enough to know I do the right things for the right reason. Anybody that knows me knows that,' said Walker. 'I've got a lot of projects in play. I want to see them finished.' Richard S. Finn Finn is running for mayor because he wants to give those living in Altamont a voice and because he believes that the city council usually does what is in their own best interest, not the peoples'. If elected, he would prioritize helping small businesses, growing existing infrastructure and transparency by livestreaming city meetings and hosting public forums. Finn During the Meet the Candidates Q & A Night on March 13, Richard Finn explains that if he were elected Altamont mayor, he would create more transparency and be available for the residents to talk to. 'That'll help drive Altamont into growth and into the future,' said Finn. When Finn was 25, he ran a stable of 10 race horses that raced nationwide. He still owns race horses. Because of this, he has experience with employees, overhead, feed cost, fuel cost and learning how to fluctuate with changing times. This experience would help him organize and run the city's budget. 'We need to open the books and cut the useless projects or the projects that shouldn't be priorities that are costing us money,' said Finn. 'I think at the age of 25, if I could manage a business with hundred-thousand-dollar horses, I could do pretty well managing a town. And if not, I have the great people of Altamont to help me, and I have Google at my fingertips.' To try and make housing more affordable, Finn would study the city's different books and look for other contracted sources for electricity to see if they'd be cheaper. 'We don't need to be focused on building brand new 1,500 square foot houses,' said Finn. 'I would work with the people that are already existing here in Altamont on how we can lower their utility bills.' To do this, he would inform the public of different available grants by hosting more public forums. To help encourage the people to be the change they want to see in Altamont, Finn, if elected, would be a voice of the people and connect with the citizens. 'What we need is somebody that's going to sit here and talk to you. Go have a beer with you. Go to the baseball game with you. Get kicked out of basketball games with you,' said Finn. 'There is not a person sitting at this table right now that is more Altamont than me.' Todd V. Slingerland Slingerland is running for mayor because he believes Altamont needs leadership. 'I feel that the people that work for the city deserve a leader that will help guide them in what they need to do to make this town more productive, a happy place to raise our kids and a great place to retire,' said Slingerland. Slingerland Todd Slingerland explains that if he were elected Altamont mayor, he would prioritize getting projects off the ground and create recreational spaces for people of all ages during the Meet the Candidates Q & A Night on March 13. Slingerland believes the city has lots of potential for growth, and if elected, he would prioritize getting projects off the ground, making sure everyone of all ages has a place for recreational use and making Altamont great again. He'd research what the city is spending money on and what money is coming in. He believes the city has to balance its budget, put money to the side and stop postponing projects due to not having enough money for them. To try and help make housing more affordable, if elected, he would create incentives for people to come to Altamont and give them assistance to help them build homes and grow businesses. If elected, he would be available to communicate with the citizens of Altamont to help encourage them to be the change they want to see in the city. 'Let them know that this building is their building, and that they can come in, make an appointment and sit down and discuss what needs to happen in this town,' said Slingerland. When Slingerland ran for mayor two years ago, he realized he didn't have what he felt like was enough time to spend as mayor. Now, as a bus driver and a substitute teacher for St. Elmo School District, he's created more time to spend with family and as mayor, if he were to win the election. 'It takes a leader to work with the other council members to find out what's going on in their department. It takes a leader to go to those departments and find out if they are getting what they need from their supervisors in a council meeting,' said Slingerland. 'I would like the opportunity to be that leader and improve this matter.' To learn more about registering to vote, polling places and more, visit Effingham County's website. Crowd Altamont residents gather in the municipal building to listen to the mayoral candidates during the Meet the Candidates Q & A Night on March 13.
