Star Dental Partners is guided by a team of highly experienced and dedicated leaders, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in the healthcare and dental industries. Their collective expertise drives the strategic direction and operational excellence of Star Dental Partners, ensuring its continued growth and success in the dynamic landscape of dental partnerships. Get to know the key executives at the helm:
Chris Fromme – Chief Executive Officer
As Chief Executive Officer, Chris Fromme brings over 25 years of extensive leadership experience within multi-site healthcare services to Star Dental Partners. His career is marked by a consistent ability to lead large teams of clinical providers and support staff, successfully managing operations and driving significant financial results. Prior to joining Star Dental Partners, Chris held pivotal operational and executive leadership positions in several private equity-backed healthcare organizations, including Concentra and United Surgical Partners International. His responsibilities have encompassed managing substantial annual revenues and EBITDA, generating over $500 million in shareholder returns across diverse markets and states. This deep experience in navigating complex healthcare environments and fostering growth makes him an invaluable asset to Star Dental Partners. Chris holds a BBA/MS from the University of North Texas, underpinning his strong business acumen.
Scott Wells – Chief Development Officer
Scott Wells serves as the Chief Development Officer at Star Dental Partners, contributing over 20 years of leadership experience with a strong focus on healthcare organizational growth over the past 15 years. His expertise lies in strategic development and expansion, demonstrated by his successful tenure leading development at U.S. Dermatology Partners. There, he played a crucial role in scaling the company to become the largest physician dermatology group in the United States. Scott’s background also includes significant experience at Coordinated Home Health Care and advising on numerous Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) transactions during his time at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. His ability to work effectively with private equity firms and a vast network of physicians, coupled with his experience with companies exceeding $250 million in annual revenue, positions him perfectly to drive the growth initiatives of Star Dental Partners. Scott is a U.S. Army veteran, including service in Iraq, and holds an MBA from Columbia Business School, complementing his undergraduate degree from Southern Methodist University.
Jason Robertson – Chief Financial Officer
Jason Robertson is the Chief Financial Officer of Star Dental Partners, bringing nearly two decades of specialized experience in multi-site healthcare finance within private equity-backed companies. His financial leadership is grounded in a strong understanding of the healthcare sector, cultivated through previous roles in accounting and finance leadership at Cornerstone Healthcare Group and IntegraCare Home Health and Hospice. These roles provided him with deep insights into the financial operations of long-term acute care hospitals and home health and hospice services, respectively. Jason’s experience in managing complex financial structures and driving financial performance is critical to the fiscal health and strategic financial planning of Star Dental Partners. As an Army veteran, with service during Desert Storm and Desert Shield, Jason’s discipline and commitment are evident in his professional approach. He is a licensed CPA and holds a BA in accounting from Cameron University, further solidifying his expertise in financial management.
This experienced leadership team is committed to fostering strong partnerships and driving success for Star Dental Partners in the dental industry.
