We are delighted to award Chase Dearing, Marketing Coordinator, the Q3 Smile Center Excellence Award. Chase plays a key role in connecting people and ideas across the organization. His visuals and storytelling make complex information engaging and easy to follow, helping everyone stay informed in a fun and captivating way.

Chase’s creativity shines through not only in his communication efforts but also in his imaginative work developing the Kidsperience characters and the world that inspires the children we serve. His ability to translate ideas into compelling visuals—like the beloved characters Sparkle and Grimes—adds a unique spark to our culture and reinforces the heart behind what we do.

Beyond his creativity, Chase is known for his reliability, collaboration, and genuine willingness to help wherever he’s needed. His dedication to excellence and his positive spirit make him an invaluable part of the team and a truly deserving recipient of this recognition.

We are delighted to award Di Burton, Business Solutions Manager, the Q1 Smile Center Excellence Award. Di is a true source of inspiration and guidance. She keeps the team motivated and focused, always finding the most effective and straightforward ways to achieve both financial and cultural goals.

What truly sets Diana apart is her ability to create a sense of belonging. Even when she is miles away, she makes the SmileCenter feel like “home.” Her presence—whether in person or from afar—brings encouragement, positivity, and stability to the team. Diana leads with heart, integrity, and a people-first mindset. She has a rare ability to balance results with relationships, ensuring that goals are met while the culture thrives. Her commitment to fostering connection and her unwavering support make her an invaluable part of the SmileCenter family.

Simply put, Diana is made of gold. Her leadership, positivity, and dedication make a lasting impact on everyone she works with, and her contributions deserve recognition at the highest level.

We are delighted to award Summer Marczuk, Senior Director of Orthodontics, the Q4 Smile Center Excellence Award for her outstanding leadership, commitment to excellence, and contributions. Summer exemplifies the values of Lone Peak and consistently goes above and beyond to drive success and foster a culture of collaboration and integrity.

Summer plays a key role in the success of the ortho program. She consistenlty promotes profesional development by providing training opportunities and encouraging creative thinking, ensuring that we are always evolving in our skills. Summer’s ortho trainig program has provided many resources, tools, and opportunities for those who attend.

Summer’s dedication to not only achieving organizational goals but also to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for her team is truly inspiring. She consistently uplifts her team, recognizing individual strengths and offering personalized guidance to help each team member grow. Her compassion and open-door policy foster an environment of trust, where her team feel comfortable sharing ideas, challenges, and success. Summer is an outstanding leader who empowers her team to thrive.

We are pleased to recognize Amy Hirschtick, Education Specialist, for her exceptional contributions to our Learning and Development team. From her outstanding work on the Benefit Bite employee education campaign to developing the Kidsperience and Denticon training courses, Amy’s creativity and dedication have been pivotal in the successful launch of Lone Peak University (LPU).

Beyond these accomplishments, Amy has transformed Huddle into an empowering and engaging experience for all, creating a space where team members feel inspired and supported. As the creative spark and moral compass of our team, Amy continues to elevate our work and make a lasting impact on both her peers and the organization as a whole.