Michelle started Shimmin Consulting in 2012 out of a desire to coach and train others in practice processes and influential communication techniques. We consult with practices on their systems to promote training, growth and success in all areas. Michelle is passionate about communication and setting others up to succeed, and with her electric personality, knowledge and experience, our clients have seen unbelievable growth when applying the information and techniques that she so enthusiastically teaches. Shimmin Consulting specializes in efficient, streamlined management processes and leadership techniques, case acceptance, and increased conversion rates and we were the WINNER of the first ever Golden Molar Award for Best Orthodontic Consultant in 2023.

As our team has grown over the past 12 years Shimmin Consulting has been able to attract and retain the industry's top talent and build, for each one of our clients, a community of orthodontic consultants with specialized resources in all areas of the practice including financials guru's, virtual care coordinators, masters in treatment coordinating and the best clinical trainers in the industry.

Dino Watt is the Founder and CEO of Our Ripple Effect, Inc. and one of the most exciting business relationship trainers in the world. As an award-winning mentor, author of five books, dynamic speaker, and international trainer, Dino is dedicated to bringing positivity and productivity to every business and individual he works with. He achieves this by simplifying complex concepts and providing actionable strategies, ultimately fostering trusting relationships where people can rely on him.

For over a decade, Dino has built his expertise in the private practice industry, with a special focus on orthodontists. Known as a high-performance practice advisor, Dino has often been called “the Tony Robbins of private practices.” His mission is to help business leaders ignite passion, boost productivity, and increase profitability in all areas of life.

Dino has been married to his childhood friend, Shannon, for more than 30 years, and together they have three adult children.