Dr. Kristo has a long history in dentistry, as his father, Dr. Andrew Kristo, started their family-owned orthodontic practice in 1959. He joined the practice in 1988 and early on witnessed the life-transforming impact that an improved smile has on people’s lives and self-esteem. It became his motivation and his passion.
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Today, Dr. Kristo focuses on helping children from all social dynamics improve their lives through orthodontic treatment. He knows that providing the highest-quality care has positive impacts for children, their families, and the community at large.

"I really do believe we are the future of specialty dentistry. I think someone who is joining Specialty Smile Partners right now is going to meet their financial goals, as well as all of their family and 'outside of work' goals. We give them time and energy back, position them in a successful environment, and give them upside potential."

Determined to create a unique child-centered approach to dental care that would inspire children and families and prepare them for a lifetime of dental health, Dr. Spitz founded Smiles in Motion, Pediatric Dentistry in 2008. As a mother of two, she knows firsthand the importance of quality and honesty in health care, for both children and their parents.

Dr. Spitz’s goal is to build dental teams that have empathy and understand every child is unique, with different adaptability and coping skills. Therefore, she encourages her teams to make dentistry fun, comfortable, and informative every step of the way.

"Specialty Smile Partners is about supporting our providers and their teams so they can focus on providing patient experiences and care that is truly exceptional."

Mark Musso is an accomplished executive with over 25 years of leadership experience in the dental and medical fields. His career began at Target Corporation, where he spent 17 years refining his operational expertise and honing his leadership skills. In 2011, Mark transitioned to the Pedo/ortho/vision space, bringing his wealth of knowledge to these specialized areas, where he has made a significant impact over the past 12 years.
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As an integral member of Specialty Smile Partners (SSP), Mark draws upon his extensive leadership experience to drive operational excellence and advance the success of affiliated practices. With his deep understanding of the dental and medical industries, coupled with his commitment to mentorship, Mark plays a vital role in fostering growth and development within SSP. His dedication to empowering others contributes to SSP’s mission of providing exceptional care and support to its partner practices.

Jason Roeder joined the company in August 2023 and brings a wealth of financial expertise and leadership to Specialty Smile Partners. He has a strong background in CFO roles and public accounting, with over 25 years of experience. Jason has held senior positions at reputable healthcare organizations, including Coram Healthcare, Schryver Medical, Cordant Health Solutions, and Summit Pharmacy Solutions. 

Jason is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance and Accounting from Texas A&M University. His educational background, combined with his extensive financial knowledge, positions him as a trusted financial leader within the dental industry. With his strategic insights and financial acumen, Jason continues to drive the financial strategy of Specialty Smile Partners, ensuring its stability and growth for the benefit of affiliated practices and stakeholders alike.

Stephanie is a seasoned leader with a proven track record of success in dental operations, specializing in specialty dentistry. She excels at empowering teams to achieve their full potential by fostering a collaborative and creative environment. As a results-oriented leader, Stephanie effectively aligns teams and resources to drive practice growth and efficiency. She is passionate about building confidence in both patients and her team. Stephanie's dedication to the dental industry stems from the profound impact a confident smile can have on individuals, as well as her commitment to supporting others in achieving their goals through constant investment in personal and professional development. 

Outside of her work at Specialty Smile Partners, Stephanie enjoys spending quality time with her husband, daughter, and beloved pups. She is a self-proclaimed serial hobbyist and avid traveler with a passion for creativity. She finds joy in competing in strategy games on game night, putting her cooking skills to the test by learning new cooking methods, and ideating innovative solutions for lifestyle organization.

Jared is a purpose-driven leader with over 15 years of experience in the dental field. Jared leads with a passion for building relationships and empowering teams to achieve both clinical, operational, and financial success. He has held multiple roles throughout his dental career (starting as a treatment coordinator in a private practice to founding and operating 3 de novo dental practices) and leverages that experience across the industry to drive both individual and organizational growth.

Jared resides in the suburbs of Philadelphia. When not working, you will find him enjoying time with his wife and two boys, woodworking, and enduring the pain of being a Philly Sports fan!

Dan was born and raised in Pennsylvania where he attended Penn State University and started his dental career at United Concordia, a dental insurance company. He has remained in the dental industry over the past 22 years with work in private practice, and at 3 large dental groups prior to joining SSP.

He has focused most of his career on Revenue Cycle brings his experience in technology and RCM processes to support SSP's continued growth in the industry.

David has spent his career leading mergers and acquisitions for private equity-owned healthcare businesses and investing private capital as a Partner with private equity funds; specializing in acquiring and managing family-owned and owner-operated businesses. He enjoys developing trusted relationships with care providers to help them achieve their visions. Working in healthcare to improve patients’ experiences and outcomes and to ensure their continued access to care is a mission statement for him.

Dave’s Mom was a nurse, and her experiences and stories helped him develop this passion. Dave lives in the Boston area. He has two high school-aged daughters. Dave enjoys spending time with his family and playing and following sports- with a particular interest in golf and ice hockey.

Amy brings 20+ years of HR experience specializing in M&A due diligence & integration, scalable HR platform design & implementation, and creating inclusive cultures with highly engaged employees. Prior to joining the dental space, Amy worked in the energy, manufacturing, and consumer products industries. She has led HR organizations in both publicly traded and privately held companies.  Amy attended Iowa State for her undergraduate degree in psychology and attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for her master's in Labor & Industrial Relations. 

Amy lives in the Denver area and enjoys outdoor adventures with her family, watching her kids grow into amazing young adults, and traveling internationally.