2025 ODA House of Delegates
The 2025 House of Delegates will be held virtually on October 11, 2025.
New Delegate Orientation
Are you a new or returning delegate who would like a refresher on House of Delegates procedures?
Join us for a virtual New Delegate Orientation on Thursday, October 9, 6:00 PM.
You will learn about your duties as a delegate and receive an overview of House procedures and rules. This orientation is optional.
ODA Leadership Position Openings
All members are welcome and encouraged to serve in ODA leadership roles. Candidates may indicate their desire to run for office until the Speaker of the House has closed nominations during the House proceedings. Individuals who apply after July 1 may not have their candidate information included in official materials.
The following ODA positions will be elected by the 2025 House of Delegates.
At-Large Trustee
Positions Open: 2
Term: 4 years
Position Description: The Board of Trustees manages the business property and affairs of the Association and shall perform the duties of a Board of Directors as defined in the Oregon Nonprofit Corporation Law. A minimum of five in-person meetings on a Friday and/or Saturday are held annually at the ODA office in Wilsonville and other areas of the state as necessary. Review the full job description here.
Speaker of the House
Positions Open: 1
Term: 3 years
Position Description: The Speaker of the House presides at all meetings of the House of Delegates and determines the order of business for all issues subject to approval of the House of Delegates. Serve ex-officio on the Leadership Development Committee. Performs other such duties as custom and parliamentary usage require, or as prescribed by the House of Delegates from time to time. Serves as a voting member of the House of Delegates and a non-voting member of the Board of Trustees. Serves ex-officio as an alternate delegate to the annual American Dental Association House of Delegates. A minimum of five in-person meetings on a Friday and/or Saturday are held annually at the ODA office in Wilsonville and other areas of the state as necessary. Review the full job description here.
Editor
Positions Open: 1
Term: 3 years
Position Description: The Editor oversees development of official publications. Writes editorials for the ODA's monthly publication and identifies and selects sources of content for the publication. Serves ex-officio as an alternate delegate to the annual American Dental Association House of Delegates and serves as a nonvoting member of the Board of Trustees. A minimum of five in-person meetings on a Friday and/or Saturday are held annually at the ODA office in Wilsonville and other areas of the state as necessary. Review the full job description here.
Leadership Development Committee
Positions Open: 1
Term: 3 years
Position Description: The LDC plays a key role in identifying current and future leaders in the ODA, and assists interested individuals with advancement to leadership positions. The committee also oversees the ODA Leadership Academy and acts as mentors to the program participants. The LDC meets 6-8 times annually. Review the full job description here.
Interested in serving in an ODA leadership position?
Submit a completed application and resume to leadership@oregondental.org by July 1st. The July 1 deadline will ensure candidate materials are included in official HOD materials. Individuals may still declare candidacy after that date and from the HOD floor.
2025 HOD Resolutions
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