Director, Consultant, International Speaker and Professional Motivator Kathy Metaxas has been involved in the field of dentistry for over three decades. Her enthusiasm and knowledge has motivated and directed many dental teams across Australia, New Zealand and the US to achieve levels of success beyond their expectations.
Kathy’s company PLATINUM Professional Development’s philosophy is total commitment to a high standard of patient care and service and she believes the foundation of every successful dental practice is through TOTAL TEAM EFFORT.
Kathy is an international speaker and a professional motivator who has built an outstanding reputation for providing sound management principles with a fast paced and highly motivating style. She is also a member of The Speaking Consulting Network. At this annual meeting she works with the leading consultants of dentistry to perfect the practice of dental management consulting which keeps PLATINUM Professional Development at the forefront of Dental Management.
Meeting Planners who would like to obtain a copy of Kathy Metaxas’ current Speaker Pack including a program synopses, please email
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Claire Watson has been a PLATINUM Professional Development Senior Consultant for over five years and brings with her more than 20 years experience in the dental industry. Her thorough understanding of the business of dentistry and dental team development makes her a knowledgeable, professional and motivating consultant and speaker.
Claire has a broad understanding of technology in dentistry, change management, fraud prevention and is highly regarded among her peers and clients.
Understanding tthe challenges that face the modern Dental Practice, Claire is passionate about excellence in Patient Care and the continual development and motivation of the Dental Team.
Claire Watson is also a member of the Linda Miles Speaking / Consulting Network. At this annual meeting she works with the leading consultants of dentistry to maintain the highest level of knowledge and service in dental management.
Jessica has several years of Dental auxiliary experience prior to joining the PLATINUM Professional Development team as our Administration Manager and Seminar Coordinator.
Jessica’s sound working knowledge of a Dental Practice hails from her experience starting out as a Clinical Coordinator right through to Practice Manager for an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon.
She oversees every aspect of our seminars, is a wealth of knowledge for any queries potential attendees may have and has personally participated in our seminars to gain an attendee’s perspective.
Jennifer Saliacus joined the PLATINUM Team in 2008. She commenced her career as an Accountant for a Financial Planning firm after graduating from the University of Western Australia with a Bachelor of Commerce.
She expanded her accounting qualifications by further attaining her Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) whilst also obtaining her Diploma of Financial Planning. Jennifer then practiced Financial Planning for her own individual client base before branching out to manage the Finance Department of a large reputable Radiology Practice.
Sharyn joined the PLATINUM Professional Development Team after successfully securing this role in April 2007.
With over 25 years experience in business administration and bookkeeping, Sharyn’s knowledge and her bright personality are a welcome addition to the company. Sharyn is highly organised, efficient and task orientated making her an integral part of PLATINUM Professional Development’s Queensland Team.
Wendy Wheatley has been a part of PLATINUM Professional Development since it’s inception. Her many years experience as a dental auxiliary team member and her previous role as Personal Assistant to Kathy Metaxas enables her to understand the needs of all our clients and the company.
With 15 years experience in managing her own retail business, Wendy is very focused on customer service and experienced in all aspects in her current role as Accounts Executive. Wendy’s caring nature, broad knowledge of the business and attention to detail supports the team at PLATINUM Professional Development throughout their busy working schedules.
Connie Simonaides has been involved with PLATINUM Professional Development for over five years. She has been engaged predominately in conference and seminar marketing and registrations for both PLATINUM Professional Development and MASTERS OF DENTISTRY.
Her attention to detail and excellent organisational skills make the process of administration of such large and important events efficient, concise and successful. Connie's wonderfully warm and bubbly personality ensures her commitment to the well being of clients is professional and carries a high standard.
“Kathy Metaxas has been my friend since the early 90’s when she attended my seminars in Perth. Over the years Kathy has attended the Annual Speaking Consulting Network in various cities in America, sharing ideas with members who make up the best consulting firms in North America. I’ve watched Kathy’s PLATINUM Professional Development grow into the premium business it is today. Kathy's dedication to her clients, their teams, and her meeting planners to deliver more than they expected has given her the Rising Star Status she enjoys today. Kathy was rated by the audience, the #1 Presenter of 14 other speakers aboard the SCN SunFun Cruise to Mexico. Close to 600 dentists and team members were on board in February 2009. Kathy is articulate and professional. Her messages resonate her motto of excellence in management, leadership and outstanding patient service.”
Linda Miles, CSP, CMC Founder Miles and Associates & The Speaking Consulting Network Virginia Beach, VA
"When my wife and I took over our Practice 5 years ago with limited experience in running a business, we were to put it mildly "a bit green around the gills" as they say. We have progressed in leaps and bounds since our association with Platinum, and particularly Claire Watson.
Her patience and understanding and continual instruction have been instrumental in the progress and growth of our practice to what it is today. Claire's knowledge of the dental industry is immense and she communicates this knowledge with great passion and at a level which communicates with all staff members. Claire has been at the end of the phone, or available by e-mail, and this accessibility has been a great help.
She is no longer just our consultant in our eyes but rather a friend who is willing to walk the extra mile in order to assist when necessary. We are certainly very blessed to have known her and have reached where we are today because of her great knowledge about her business and her ability to pass that information on to others."
