American Association of Women Dentists

Name

American Association of Women Dentists

Legal name

American Association of Women Dentists

Website

https://aawd.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1921

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The American Association of Women Dentists is a 501(c)-style nonprofit membership organization, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Pensacola, Florida, that serves as the only dues-based national association exclusively representing women dentists in the United States, spanning practicing dentists, dental students, pre-dental students, faculty, retired members, and international members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Pensacola

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: AAWD generates revenue through dues-based membership. The organization is described as 'the only dues-based national organization representing the interests of women dentists across the country.' Membership tiers include practicing dentists, dental students, pre-dental students, early career dentists, faculty, retired members, international members, and affiliates. Specific pricing is not publicly disclosed.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

AAWD is the only dues-based national membership organization representing women dentists in the United States, providing connection, advancement, and enrichment for members from pre-dental school through retirement. Its core membership is delivered through the AAWD Member Portal, MemberPlus mobile app, local/dental-student/pre-dental chapter network, monthly continuing education webinars, a quarterly Chronicle publication, a Job Board, and a Speaker Directory. The organization also runs an annual conference and an awards program, and operates affiliated foundations (Smiles for Success and Gillette Hayden Memorial Foundation).

Product overview

The American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD) operates as a membership-based professional organization offering a comprehensive suite of programs and services for women in dentistry. The core member experience is delivered through the AAWD Member Portal and MemberPlus App, which provide access to educational webinars, chapter networking, and resource sharing. AAWD publishes The Chronicle as its quarterly professional journal and maintains a Speaker Directory and Job Board for member benefit. The organization supports women at all career stages through its Chapter Program network and recognizes excellence via awards including the Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award and Eleanor J. Bushee Award. Through sister foundations Smiles for Success and the Gillette Hayden Memorial Foundation, AAWD extends its mission to empower women both within and beyond the profession. Annual conferences and monthly webinars provide ongoing professional development and community building.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AAWD Membership Dues-based national membership for women dentists across career stages (practicing dentists, dental students, pre-dental students, early-career dentists, faculty, retired, international, and affiliates), providing access to the Member Portal, MemberPlus app, webinars, Chronicle publication, Job Board, Speaker Directory, and chapter network.
• AAWD Member Portal Online platform at members.aawd.org providing members access to the MemberPlus app, chapter engagement tools, resource sharing, the Speaker Directory, the Job Board, and on-demand webinar content.
• MemberPlus Mobile App Mobile application enabling AAWD members to engage with chapters, access resources, and connect with fellow members on the go.
• The AAWD Chronicle (Quarterly Publication) AAWD's quarterly digital publication covering presidential messages, student reflections, award announcements, chapter spotlights, sponsor profiles, and association news, available through heyzine flip-book format.
• AAWD Educational Webinars Monthly live continuing education webinars on clinical, professional development, and women's health topics, offered free to AAWD members with on-demand playback available through the Member Portal.
• AAWD Chapter Program Network of AAWD Local Chapters, Dental Student Chapters, and Pre-Dental Student Chapters providing localized programming, networking, mentorship, and community engagement for women in dentistry.
• AAWD Speaker Directory Searchable directory of AAWD-affiliated women dentist experts, available to members and external event organizers to source speakers for events, conferences, panels, and educational programs.
• AAWD Job Board Employment listings platform for AAWD members featuring dental professional positions including clinical faculty roles, residencies, and dentist opportunities.
• 2025 AAWD Annual Conference AAWD's 2025 annual national conference held in Boston, featuring educational sessions, networking opportunities, awards ceremonies, and member engagement activities for women in dentistry.
• Smiles for Success Foundation AAWD sister foundation providing pro-bono dental care to women escaping domestic violence, empowering them to re-enter the workforce with renewed confidence; offers AAWD members volunteer opportunities.
• Gillette Hayden Memorial Foundation AAWD sister foundation offering loan funds to support promising women dental students pursuing their dental education, established in memory of Dr. Gillette Hayden.
• AAWD Awards Program Annual AAWD awards program recognizing women dentists and dental students for leadership, service, academic excellence, and advocacy, including the Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award, Eleanor J. Bushee Award, Mary E. Martin Volunteerism Award, Student Leader of the Year, and Student Chapter of the Year.

Quantifiable outcome

• Member access to AAWD Member Portal and MemberPlus mobile app with new and revived engagement opportunities
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature1 record

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Smiles for Success FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSmiles for Success (SFS) is AAWD's affiliated charitable foundation, empowering women by providing access to dental care and supporting women in need. AAWD and SFS share leadership, with Lindsay Abeln serving as both AAWD Executive Director and SFS Foundation Director. SFS was founded in memory of Dr. Gillette Hayden. The partnership provides volunteer opportunities for AAWD members and charitable programming.
• Gillette Hayden Memorial FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAn affiliated foundation established in honor of Dr. Gillette Hayden (AAWD's third president), who co-founded the American Academy of Periodontology. The foundation supports promising women dental students through financial aid, continuing AAWD's mission of supporting women in the profession.
• DandyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDandy is a dental technology company listed as an AAWD partner. In 2026, AAWD and Dandy co-hosted an exclusive Boston dinner cruise networking event, demonstrating a marketing partnership focused on member engagement and networking.
• American Dental Education Association (ADEA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAAWD participates in ADEA GoDental events, promoting dental student membership and chapter development. ADEA is a major dental education standards and advocacy organization. AAWD has an 'Honoring Our Enduring Partnership with ADA' acknowledgment in the Chronicle.
• American Dental Association (ADA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerADA is AAWD's primary national dental association partner. AAWD notes 'Honoring Our Enduring Partnership with ADA' in its publications. The two organizations share the goal of advancing the dental profession.
• OverjetminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOverjet, a dental AI company, is listed as an AAWD partner. Located at 200 State St, STE 1220, Boston, MA 02109.
• Dentsply SironaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDentsply Sirona, a major dental equipment and supplies manufacturer, is listed as an AAWD partner and exhibitor at the 2025 AAWD Conference.
• MEDITminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMEDIT is a dental technology company listed as an AAWD partner, offering digital imaging solutions for dental practices.
• Swiss Dental SolutionsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSwiss Dental Solutions, located at 34 Main Street Ext., Suite 202, Plymouth, MA 02360, is listed as an AAWD partner.
• Allure OrthodonticsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAllure Ortho is an orthodontic supply company offering the Allure Twin Bracket System and aligner solutions. Listed as an AAWD partner with 45+ years of combined orthodontic experience.
• Institute for Exceptional CareminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as an AAWD partner, focusing on exceptional care in healthcare delivery.
• Oral Care Technologies Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerOral Care Technologies Inc., makers of HydroFloss, is an AAWD partner offering oral care technology products. Located at 3681 Pine Lane SE, Bessemer, AL 35002.
• Garfield RefiningminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGarfield Refining, a dental precious metals refiner, is listed as an AAWD partner. Located at 810 E. Cayuga St., Philadelphia, PA 19124.
• Legally MineminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLegally Mine provides legal protection services for dental and medical professionals. Listed as an AAWD partner at 1337 E. 750 N, Orem, UT 84097.
• Dentist AdvisorsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDentist Advisors provides financial advisory services specifically for dentists. Located at 6440 S Wasatch Blvd., Ste. 215, Salt Lake City, UT 84121. Listed as an AAWD partner.
• B&B Protector Plans, Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerB&B Protector Plans provides insurance protection plans for dental professionals. Located at 665 N. Franklin St., Suite 1900, Tampa, FL 33602. Listed as an AAWD partner.
• International Implant InstituteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational Implant Institute provides dental implant education and training. Listed as an AAWD partner.
• Leveredge Association dba JunominorGTM or Marketing PartnerJuno (Leveredge Association) is listed as an AAWD partner, providing association services and member benefits.
• American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerADAA is listed as a cooperating organization on the AAWD homepage, alongside HDA, AGD, NDA, ADA, AAL, AMWA, and ADEA, representing a network of affiliated dental professional organizations.
• Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAGD is listed as a cooperating organization alongside ADAA, HDA, NDA, ADA, AAL, AMWA, and ADEA, representing a network of affiliated dental professional organizations.
• National Dental Association (NDA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNDA is listed as a cooperating organization alongside ADAA, HDA, AGD, ADA, AAL, AMWA, and ADEA. The NDA also awarded its Legacy Award to the 2025 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award recipient Dr. Tamara Berg.
• American Association of Women Dentists Leadership Alumni (AAL)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAAL is listed as a cooperating organization on the AAWD homepage.
• American Medical Women's Association (AMWA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAMWA is listed as a cooperating organization on the AAWD homepage, representing a cross-disciplinary partnership with women's medical professionals.
• National Dental Association (NDA) Legacy Award ConnectionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Tamara Berg, the 2025 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award recipient, also received the National Dental Association's Legacy Award, demonstrating cross-organizational recognition.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Association of American Women Dentists (UK/IADWL — International Association of Women Dentists): International umbrella organization of women dental societies. AAWD's 'Director of Global Affairs' role signals a potential partnership; IADWL is the closest cross-border peer addressing the same women-in-dentistry constituency.

Broad incumbents

• American Dental Association: The dominant broad-membership US dental association. AAWD explicitly honors its 'enduring partnership' with ADA — ADA serves as the all-encompassing incumbent against which AAWD's niche women-focused offering must continue to differentiate.
• Academy of General Dentistry: US membership organization for general dentists offering CE, advocacy, and fellowship. Listed as a cooperating organization alongside AAWD and represents a broader-incumbent peer whose offerings overlap with AAWD's CE webinar program.
• American Dental Education Association: National organization representing academic dental institutions and educators. AAWD partners with ADEA on GoDental student outreach; ADEA functions as the upstream academic pipeline feeder analogous to AAWD's student chapter strategy.
• American Association of Orthodontists: US professional association for orthodontists. Comparable in being a dues-based national dental specialty membership organization, with overlapping CE, advocacy, and conference programming aimed at a dental sub-specialty audience.

Direct peers

• National Dental Association: Demographic-focused US dental association representing minority dental professionals. Functions as a direct peer to AAWD in mission and structure, and is explicitly listed as a cooperating organization.
• American Dental Assistants Association: US membership organization for dental assistants. Listed as a cooperating organization on AAWD's site and is structurally a peer: a profession-specific, dues-based national association serving a defined dental workforce segment.
• American Medical Women's Association: National US membership organization for women physicians. Listed as a cooperating organization; AMWA is the closest cross-disciplinary analog to AAWD, applying the same women-in-profession model to medicine.
• Hispanic Dental Association: Demographic-focused US dental membership association for Hispanic dental professionals. Directly comparable to AAWD as a parallel identity-based dental association, listed as a cooperating organization on AAWD's site.

Emerging players

• Society of Women Engineers: US membership organization advancing women in engineering. Analogous operating model (membership, chapters, awards, conferences, sponsored student programs) and demographic focus (women in a technical profession), though in a different industry vertical.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/womendentists
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/americanassociationofwomendentists
• Instagraminstagram.com/aawdnational
• Xx.com/womendentists

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Number of profiles

Profiles23 records

Subsidiaries2 records

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