Sunstar/RDH Award of Distinction 2024 nominations open!
It's the 23rd year for the Sunstar/RDH Award of Distinction! Do you know someone (you?) worthy of the recognition? Find out how to enter someone for consideration.
As we move into 2024, we’re looking at dental hygienists who are influential change makers. The Sunstar/RDH Award of Distinction is the perfect way to honor these standouts. This year, nominees will have the opportunity to select a category where their efforts have been focused.
In 2024, the Sunstar/RDH Award of Distinction will recognize six recipients in these categories:
Public health
Full-time clinician
Academia
Entrepreneur
New RDH (graduated 5 years ago or fewer)
Research
As the popular award enters its 23rd year, do you know someone who should join the 143 past recipients for this honor? There are so many outstanding members of this profession! We invite you to nominate yourself or someone you know who might be too humble to nominate themselves. They'll be honored in Denver in July at RDH Under One Roof.
Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH, is a respected dental industry leader with more than 40 years of experience in dental hygiene, marketing, and professional relations. As chief editor of RDH, she is dedicated to advancing the dental profession through education, innovation, and collaboration. Prior to this role, she served as manager of professional relations and communications for Sunstar/GUM, building strong connections with industry associations, educational institutions, and dental professionals nationwide. Jackie has also contributed her expertise through committee service with organizations including the American Dental Education Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
