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Jennifer Kerns

Gilbert

Summary

Growth-minded commercial leader with deep dental industry expertise and a career built across clinical operations, territory turnaround, and multi-state sales leadership. Known for building market share by strengthening key accounts, identifying new business opportunities, and executing strategic regional initiatives that align with enterprise goals. Influence-based leader who mentors and develops high-performing teams; coaching field sellers, partnering with dealer organizations, and delivering training that drives consistent execution in fast-paced environments. Business- and customer-centric, with strong financial instincts and operational awareness (pricing, contracts, supply chain impact) to support profitability, service expansion, and long-term loyalty. Confident presenter and negotiator who translates complex clinical and commercial needs into clear, results-focused action.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Clinical Sales Specialist

Henry Schein Dental
09.2025 - Current

Recognized as a senior contributor during organizational restructuring, resulting in promotion and expanded leadership responsibility. Support dental practices, FSCs, and CSS peers across three high-value territories with strategic guidance, clinical education, and field-based product consulting. Represent a portfolio of premium brands including EdgeEndo, Ace Southern, Clinician’s Choice, Nordent, DenMat, Maxima, and Carina as well as house branded items.


Key Contributions:


  • Led by influence with FSC teams, earning trust by consistently delivering clarity, solutions, and follow up, even when questions fell outside of my direct responsibility.
  • Coach and mentor FSCs and CSS peers, contributing to skill development, confidence, and consistency across regions.
  • Deliver regional trainings, in-office education, and trade show presentations, supporting both sales execution and brand credibility.
  • Drive adoption of advanced products in endodontics, biomaterials, aesthetics, small equipment, and restorative workflows.
  • Conduct hands-on demos and CE-style consults that help doctors increase efficiency, improve case outcomes, and reduce overhead.
  • Collaborate with RGMs to deliver FSC growth strategies aligned to practice goals and market trends.
  • Build long-term relationships by offering tailored, clinically sound solutions.
  • Support key account development, pilot initiatives, and cross-brand bundling opportunities across multiple business units (i.e.: merch, equipment, finance, HS One, etc.).

Product Specialist

Henry Schein Dental
07.2024 - 09.2025

Support dental practices and FSCs across three high-value territories with strategic guidance, clinical education, and field-based product consulting. Represent a portfolio of premium brands including EdgeEndo, Ace Southern, Clinician’s Choice, Nordent, DenMat, Maxima, and Carina as well as house branded products.


Key Contributions:


  • Led by influence with FSC teams, earning trust by consistently delivering clarity, solutions, and follow up, even when questions fell outside of my direct responsibility.
  • Deliver regional trainings, in office education, and trade show presentations, supporting both sales execution and brand credibility.
  • Coach and mentor FSCs and CSS peers, contributing to skill development, confidence, and consistency across regions.
  • Drive adoption of advanced products in endodontics, biomaterials, aesthetics, small equipment, and restorative workflows.
  • Conduct hands-on demos and CE-style consults that help doctors increase efficiency, improve case outcomes, and reduce overhead.
  • Collaborate with RGMs to deliver FSC growth strategies aligned to practice goals and market trends.
  • Build long-term relationships by offering tailored, clinically sound solutions.
  • Support key account development, pilot initiatives, and cross-brand bundling opportunities across multiple business units (i.e.: merch, equipment, finance, HS One, etc.).
  • Acted as an informal team lead by training staff, standardizing workflows, and supporting performance improvement initiatives.

Clinical Territory Manager

Kulzer
02.2023 - 07.2024

Managed a four-state territory focused on aesthetic and restorative products, delivering clinical consultation and education to general dentists, DSOs, and regional KOLs.


Key Contributions:


  • Led by influence with field teams, earning trust by consistently delivering clarity, solutions, and follow up, even when questions fell outside of my direct responsibility.
  • Partnered with dealer reps across multiple distribution channels between 4 states (i.e.: Henry Schein, Patterson, Benco, Burkhart, Pearson) to support consistent execution across markets.
  • Coach and mentor dealer reps contributing to skill development, confidence, and consistency across regions.
  • Acted as a liaison between manufacturer strategy and field-level implementation, strengthening dealer relationships and outcomes.
  • Delivered YOY growth through in-office trainings, CE support, and product conversions tied to clinical outcomes.
  • Consulted on the full aesthetic workflow including adhesive dentistry, whitening procedures, bulk flow composites, bonding agents, and impression materials.
  • Partnered with internal education and marketing teams to lead regional field events and elevate brand presence.
  • Supported DSO implementations with clinical alignment, team training, and conversion support across multiple locations.
  • Developed and executed business plans based on territory data, client goals, and growth potential.

Field Sales Consultant

Henry Schein Dental
03.2019 - 02.2023

Managed and scaled a multimillion-dollar book of business across a highly competitive territory from the ground up. Focused on practice growth, operational efficiency, and product conversions across restorative, endodontic, surgical, hygiene, and infection control lines.


Key Contributions:


  • Led by influence with peers, earning trust by consistently delivering clarity, solutions, and follow up, even when questions fell outside of my direct responsibility.
  • Surpassed sales targets across multiple quarters by tailoring product bundles to each practice’s clinical and financial goals.
  • Conducted in-person business reviews, CE integration, and compliance audits to support comprehensive account success.
  • Served as a trusted consultant to general dentists and specialists on workflows, regulatory protocols, and product selections.
  • Partnered with small group practices, supporting growth into multi-locations EDSOs.
  • Acted as a mentor and resource for new reps, sharing growth strategies and product positioning tactics across categories.
  • Provided ongoing education on emerging technologies, infection control, and new material launches.

Marketing & Benefits Coordinater

Apex Endodontics
04.2012 - 03.2019

Aided in all patient communication, referral marketing, and IV sedation coordination efforts across two locations generating more than $7M in annual production.


Key Contributions:


  • Supported all aspects of specialty practice operations including insurance coordination, treatment planning, marketing, and goal management.
  • Developed strong clinical fluency and business acumen, forming the foundation for future sales and leadership roles.
  • Maintained and exceeded weekly production goals of $77K through outreach, workflow improvements, and front office coordination.
  • Served as the central liaison between general dentists, anesthesiologists, and the clinical team to streamline case acceptance and treatment planning
  • Served as the central liaison between general dentists, anesthesiologists, and the clinical team to streamline case acceptance and treatment planning.
  • Supported team operations by developing repeatable communication and scheduling systems for high-volume sedation cases.
  • Delivered exceptional experiences to both patients and referring offices through proactive coordination and transparent follow-up.
  • Regularly selected to train and support colleagues, reflecting trust in my clinical expertise, communication skills, and leadership presence.

Practice Development Manager

Mountain View Endodontics
10.2013 - 04.2014

Recruited to support the successful expansion of an affiliate startup endodontic location. Focused on launch strategy, referral development, workflow stabilization, and staff hiring.


Key Contributions:


  • Introduced the practice to over 100 general dentists within the first 90 days through strategic outreach and education.
  • Supported front desk training and daily systems optimization to ensure clinical consistency.
  • Coordinated marketing efforts that drove rapid referral conversion during the early growth phase.

Specialty Dental Assistant

Apex Endodontics
04.2009 - 04.2012

Assisted in complex surgical and nonsurgical endodontic procedures including apicoectomies and IV sedation-supported therapy.


Key Contributions:


  • Provided four-handed chairside assistance for 4 unique style doctors across a high-volume practice.
  • Regularly selected to train and support colleagues, reflecting trust in my clinical expertise, communication skills, and leadership presence.
  • Skilled in CBCT, panoramic imaging, and digital diagnostics for treatment planning and post-op verification and patient communication.
  • Maintained infection control and surgical readiness for advanced sedation, retreatment, and apicoectomy cases.
  • Regularly selected to train and support collegues, reflecting trust in my clinical expertise, communication skills, and leadership presence.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communication

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05-2012

Dental Assisting Certification -

American Institute of Dental Assisting
Mesa
04-2007

High School Diploma -

Mesquite High School
Gilbert, AZ
05-2005

Skills

  • Commercially Strategic
  • Mentor Minded
  • Profitability Focused
  • Customer Centric
  • Financially Accountable
  • Team Building
  • Collaborative
  • Efficient

Timeline

Sr. Clinical Sales Specialist

Henry Schein Dental
09.2025 - Current

Product Specialist

Henry Schein Dental
07.2024 - 09.2025

Clinical Territory Manager

Kulzer
02.2023 - 07.2024

Field Sales Consultant

Henry Schein Dental
03.2019 - 02.2023

Practice Development Manager

Mountain View Endodontics
10.2013 - 04.2014

Marketing & Benefits Coordinater

Apex Endodontics
04.2012 - 03.2019

Specialty Dental Assistant

Apex Endodontics
04.2009 - 04.2012

Bachelor of Science - Communication

Arizona State University

Dental Assisting Certification -

American Institute of Dental Assisting

High School Diploma -

Mesquite High School
Jennifer Kerns