Heartland Dental is proud to share that founder, Dr. Rick Workman, was recently featured in Forbes, recognizing his entrepreneurial journey and the lasting impact of his leadership on dentistry.
The profile highlights Dr. Workman’s path from practicing dentist to founder of the nation’s largest dental support organization – underscoring a career shaped by vision, resilience, and a belief that dentistry is strongest when clinicians are empowered to focus on patient care.
Leadership That Challenges the Status Quo
Dr. Workman is a leader who challenges conventional thinking and encourages others to imagine what’s possible. His entrepreneurial mindset has helped redefine how dental practices can scale while maintaining clinical autonomy and patientfirst values.
That approach has influenced generations of supported doctors, leaders, and team members across Heartland Dental, fostering a culture grounded in accountability, growth, and continuous improvement.
A Legacy of PeopleFirst Leadership
While innovation and scale are part of Heartland Dental’s story, Dr. Workman’s legacy is ultimately rooted in people. His ability to see potential in others and push them to reach it – continues to resonate across the organization today.
The Forbes recognition is a meaningful acknowledgment of that impact and a reminder of what’s possible when clinical expertise, entrepreneurial thinking, and purposedriven leadership come together.
Read the full article to learn more about the story behind Heartland Dental’s founder and the legacy he continues to shape.