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Keynote Speaker, leadership speaker, corporate culture speaker, breakouts, workshops That Create Change, Not Just Inspiration
Advancing Leadership, Culture, and Practice Management in Dental and healthCare
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keynotes, breakout sessions & Workshops
Most leadership challenges in healthcare don’t come from a lack of effort. They come from unspoken tension, misaligned expectations, and systems that no longer match the reality of the practice.
Marni Blythe works with healthcare organizations that want high-performing leadership and a culture that will lead to improved retention, performance and profitability.
Marni’s programs and experiences as a Fractional COO bring real-world leadership, culture, and practice management conversations to the forefront of dental and healthcare organizations.
Her lectures, keynotes, and breakout sessions are built on one principle:
People don’t need more theory — they need language for what they already feel and an action plan to implement it on Monday morning.
Drawing from years inside independent practices, Marni uses story-led, unconventional approaches to help leaders and teams:
Surface the issues that quietly block growth
Strengthen culture through accountability and clarity
Develop leadership and emotional intelligence that actually shows up in daily operations
Improve communication without scripts, fluff, or forced buy-in
Marni’s programs create space for honest reflection, meaningful feedback, and practical shifts that teams can implement immediately.
Organizations can choose from a range of proven leadership topics or work with Marni’s team to design a customized experience aligned to their goals.
The result is not just inspiration — it’s confidence, integrity, and momentum that positively impacts team performance, patient care, and culture long after the session ends.
Reach out today to see how she can help your organization!
Culture by design. not by default.
In this course, Marni Blythe, Fractional COO and author of Culture Catalyst, reveals how intentional culture design can transform heathcare organizations from the inside out. Participants will learn how to strengthen leadership, accountability, and communication to create a thriving team culture that drives innovation, patient satisfaction, and sustainable growth.
Bulletproof Mindset: The Winning Formula
In healthcare organizations, technical skill matters — but mindset determines success. Bulletproof Mindset: The Winning Formula gives healthcare professionals practical strategies to build resilience, emotional control, and mental focus. Participants learn how to stay calm under pressure, communicate with confidence, and lead themselves and their teams with strength and intention — even on the hardest days.
the formula for predictable growth
Most healthcare practices are tracking numbers—but few are leading through them. In this 90-minute interactive workshop, Marni guides participants through a leadership-centered approach to production, growth, and goal achievement. This session reframes numbers as a leadership tool, not a source of stress—helping owners build practices that are profitable, resilient, and aligned.
Navigating high stakes conversations
Based on the CORE™ Framework, this workshop helps dental professionals navigate high-stakes conversations with clarity and care. From giving feedback to handling performance issues, participants will learn how to manage their emotions, avoid common pitfalls, and address tough topics with courage and compassion.
Books
Ordering books to complement an event supports the author and gives attendees a resource they can return to long after Marni leaves the stage. A physical copy lets your team revisit the frameworks, review the exercises, and share the concepts with colleagues who couldn’t attend. Books have the power to motivate people and organizations to connect, learn, and grow. Adding books to your event requires zero extra effort from your team and extends the impact of the experience well beyond the day itself.
Presentations
- Midwestern Society of Orthodontists
- North Carolina Chiropractic Association
- Association Executives of North Carolina
- Chapel Hill Oral Surgery Study Club (multiple)
- Peak Endodontics Study Club
- Dental Entrepreneur Women
- Guardian Dental Partners
- Triangle Restoration Dentistry (multiple)
- Clifton & Mauney Pediatric Dentistry + Orthodontics (multiple)
- Dreamscape Marketing DSO Business Forum
- Carolina Family Vision (multiple)
- North Carolina Chiropractic Association (multiple)
- Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce
- Nussentials National Meeting + Self-Sponsored Leadership workshops + retreats (dozens)
- Lighthouse Lab Services
- Wake Tech Business Center
- Financial Fortitude Summit
- Women Inspiring Women Conference
- Women’s Empowerment Conference
- Self-Sponsored 1 & 2 day Leadership, Practice Management + development workshops (dozens)
rave reviews
“Marni Blythe is the epitome of leadership and emotional intelligence. Her compelling blend of heart and logic is a catalyst for genuine change, paving the way for exponential growth and unparalleled financial success. When Marni speaks, transformation happens. A true powerhouse in the world of leadership expertise.”
—Anne Duffy
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“Marni Blythe, principal of Full Pocket Coaching, is so amazing that I hired her three times! As a decided DIY business person, I have owned a private prosthodontic practice in Durham North Carolina, Triangle Restoration Dentistry, that has taken great care of our patients for twenty plus years. After our busiest year ever and having heard Marni speak one time, I knew I needed to engage her. Quite simply, we needed to take as good of care of our staff as we have of our patients by creating a team environment that is sustainable in terms of staff retention and recruitment for the next twenty years. Marni’s deft touch, organizational rigor, and sensible ideas have proven a great match for my team and we are already a more functional and joyful workplace, with new heights to attain and a team aligned to those aspirations.
I referred Marni to a new non-profit dental clinic in Durham North Carolina with which I am affiliated, Local Start Dental, that is focused on tooth replacement services for neighbors in need. Again, Marni’s wealth of experience has proven invaluable to the creation of the myriad new systems to be built out in a start-up and directing a marketing approach to our referral partner agencies and practices.
Finally, having seen Marni in action in my current practice and the non-profit, it was an easy decision for my co-founder and I at our Raleigh North Carolina denture focused start-up practice, NewStart Denture + Implant Partners, to engage Marni and Full Pocket to develop our B2B and B2C marketing campaigns. Again, her deep relationships in the industry and understanding of efficient marketing approaches, have been an ideal match for our budget and goals.
Three hires, one person! Marni Blythe and Full Pocket Coaching have been our perfect fractional Operations and Marketing expert at every step.”
I referred Marni to a new non-profit dental clinic in Durham North Carolina with which I am affiliated, Local Start Dental, that is focused on tooth replacement services for neighbors in need. Again, Marni’s wealth of experience has proven invaluable to the creation of the myriad new systems to be built out in a start-up and directing a marketing approach to our referral partner agencies and practices.
Finally, having seen Marni in action in my current practice and the non-profit, it was an easy decision for my co-founder and I at our Raleigh North Carolina denture focused start-up practice, NewStart Denture + Implant Partners, to engage Marni and Full Pocket to develop our B2B and B2C marketing campaigns. Again, her deep relationships in the industry and understanding of efficient marketing approaches, have been an ideal match for our budget and goals.
Three hires, one person! Marni Blythe and Full Pocket Coaching have been our perfect fractional Operations and Marketing expert at every step.”
Dr. Mark Scurria, Triangle Restoration Dentistry
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“Marni was great to work with she took time to understand our business and then give us feedback on what we can improve. It is hard to make time to work on your practice, so it is nice to have someone local who can help.”
Dr. Gabe Fritz, Central Carolina Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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“Marni has a way of assessing the strengths and weaknesses of an organization then dialing in her efforts effectively. She has a huge heart and cares deeply for the people she works with. We look forward to continuing to grow with her help and motivation.”
Dr. Lenise Clifton, Clifton & Mauney Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
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“Marni is the best no other way to put it. She has taken our concerns and issues and made them hers and helped us find a way to get past them and take our office in the direction we wanted. She’s become a part of our team and made us feel like family. I simply can’t recommend her enough.”
Dr. Bruce Gray, NewStart Denture & Implant Partners
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“As a start up dental practice, Marni had been instrumental in helping us improve our clinic’s exposure. She is got a lot of great ideas that helped the clinic improve in regards to patients’ flow which helped us to get to our break even point in less than a year. I would highly recommend full pocket coaching.”
Dr. Mahmoud Serag, Local Start Dental
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“We’ve been working with Marni Blythe of Full Pocket Coaching now for a two years, and things have been going really well. Obviously, we’re in a tough time, you know, now over the last 11 months with COVID, and the pandemic. But with her help, we’ve really been able to continue to grow throughout this process. She’s helped us keep our eye on the ball and not get too worked up about the external things that are making a lot of noise in the world today and just focus on our business and keep delivering great patient care and, and doing all the great things behind the scenes, which make the business go and grow properly and the right way. We’ve also introduced the Full Pocket Method/ System over the last year. Her system has really helped us as an organization from the top down. My wife, the other owner, and I have really been able to, to look at things in a new way with the system and it’s really simplified the process and allowed us to really focus on growing the business in the right way. It’s allowed us to communicate better with each department in our office and to give each employee their own say, and really so we can move the office forward in the right direction and create a an environment where everybody feels a part of the team and really enjoys doing the work and getting the results that they want for our patients. And I would certainly recommend working with her to anybody who you know, wants to grow and have a great business.”
Dr. Adam Bryan, Carolina Family Vision
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“Marni is the real deal—smart, strategic, and always focused on moving the practice forward. Together, we created a clear game plan that helped the team sharpen phone skills, build confidence, and improve treatment acceptance. A true partnership that delivered meaningful growth for both the doctors and the team.
I enjoyed partnering with Marni- she is thoughtful, efficient, and genuinely impactful. When strategy and execution work this well together, growth isn’t just possible—it’s inevitable. I’d collaborate with her again in a heartbeat.”
Angela Davis Sullivan
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“Working with Marni Blythe (Full Pocket Coaching) has been one of the most transformative decisions we’ve made for our oral surgery practice. As our fractional Chief Operating Officer, Marni brought a level of strategic insight, operational discipline, and leadership that has elevated every aspect of our business.
From day one, Marni quickly identified key areas for improvement and began implementing impactful changes. She introduced structured weekly staff and leadership meetings that have significantly improved communication, accountability, and alignment across our team. Her development and documentation of standardized processes have brought consistency and clarity to our operations, reducing inefficiencies and helping our team work more cohesively.
Beyond the systems and structure, Marni has had an incredible impact on our office culture. Her leadership has empowered our team, improved morale, and fostered a more collaborative, solutions-focused environment. She strikes the rare balance of being both visionary and detail-oriented—able to see the big picture while also getting into the weeds when needed.
Thanks to Marni’s expertise and hands-on involvement, we are not only operating more smoothly but are also positioned for sustainable growth. We are deeply grateful for her partnership and cannot recommend her highly enough to any organization looking to strengthen its operations and leadership.”
Dr. Brent DeLong Gaston Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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“I’m so grateful for Marni’s coaching and guidance in the growth of my practice. She has been a super motivator with creative and effective ideas for marketing. Her expertise has been invaluable!”
Dr. Shelby Nelson, Brentwood Dental Center
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“We just finished our annual meeting and year end review and I am so blown away by all that we have accomplished in the last year working with Marni. She has brought a cohesive environment and improved our collaborative culture in ways that are difficult to describe. I could not be more proud to be affiliated with Marni and her team at Full Pocket Coaching. As a team, we feel extremely blessed to be working with her day in and day out and have shown tremendous growth where it truly matters under her guidance. Cannot recommend her highly enough. Thank you Marni!
Dr. David Lee Hill, Chapel Hill Oral Surgery
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“Marni has been an outstanding resource for our organization. From marketing advice to operational rigor, she has made a huge difference as we build out our platform. Thank you Marni and Full Pocket Coaching!”
Doug Brown, Dental Innovation Alliance
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“As a small business owner for over 7 years I have always struggled with how to retain and grow my business. I often feel I know what needs to be done, but have no idea where to start. There are only so many hours in the day and so many options in today’s fast paced/digital world. After one hour with Marni, I feel I have clarity and direction back in my life. Marni is an exceptional listener and coach. She can take any situation and bring back clarity and direction. For the first time in a long time I have a roadmap to follow and don’t feel lost–I have a clear plan with direction and purpose. I highly recommend Marni as a business strategist and coach. She will truly amaze you too!”
Julie Ginsler, Entrepreneur
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“I had a strategy session with Marni and literally within just 10 minutes into the conversation, she helped me identify areas where I was leaving money on the table in my business and we quickly built a solid system in place to properly manage my leads. I was so impressed by how quickly and astutely she was in tuned to my needs and provided an easy to follow plan for a quick return. Marni definitely knows her stuff and I highly highly recommend her as a business strategy coach for anyone who wants to uplevel their game.”
Dr. Angela Tran, MedFit Weight Loss
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