Lester Ellman has been a GDP all his working life, running several NHS practices and converting in 1999 to largely private practice. He is now involved in 2 private practices and has visited and observed hundreds of practices through his roles with the BDA and with PCT’s.

Carl Parnell practiced in Macclesfield for many years before converting to Private Practice in 1998. He currently spends some time in practice and the rest of his time advising and coaching practices in aspects of quality Assurance and Clinical Governance, including preparing for a DRO visit.

Sim Goldblum spent many years working for a multi-national organisation developing its business and honing his skills, particularly in business analysis and in negotiation techniques. Now involved with several industries including dentistry, he spends his time advising and teaching business skills.