Her Story
About Jennifer
Jennifer Smits is an accomplished Sales and Education Manager at Ivoclar, bringing nearly two decades of experience in the dental industry. With a background as a Registered Dental Hygienist, she began her career providing chairside patient care before transitioning into dental sales and education. Her clinical experience has given her a unique understanding of dentistry, allowing her to effectively support dental professionals through product education, equipment implementation, and solutions that improve patient outcomes.
In her current role, Jennifer manages a large territory across Michigan, leading sales initiatives, developing client relationships, and delivering educational programs for dental practices, laboratories, study clubs, and industry partners. She specializes in helping dental professionals successfully integrate innovative products and technologies into their workflows while driving growth, efficiency, and predictable clinical results. Her expertise in CRM optimization, account management, product launches, and strategic partnerships has contributed to consistent sales success and long-term customer relationships.
Jennifer holds a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Michigan and is a longtime member of the Registered Dental Hygienists Association. Throughout her career, she has earned multiple recognitions, including achieving membership in performance-based sales clubs and being named runner-up for Territory Manager of the Year across the North American sales force. Passionate about advancing oral healthcare, Jennifer is inspired by the opportunity to help people improve their health, confidence, and quality of life through better dental care and education.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Jennifer
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my passion for improving people’s health and confidence through oral care. I believe that oral health plays a significant role in overall well-being, and the ability to positively impact someone’s health, appearance, and self-esteem through their smile is what continues to inspire me. A smile is often a person’s first impression, and helping people feel confident in theirs is deeply rewarding.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I have ever received is, “Why put off until tomorrow what you can accomplish today?” This mindset has encouraged me to take initiative, stay productive, and make the most of every opportunity. By being proactive and taking action, I have been able to continue growing both personally and professionally.
03What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are family, balance, and enjoying life’s experiences. I love spending time outdoors, hiking, fishing, and making memories with my two young children. I also enjoy baking and cooking as a way to express creativity and bring people together.
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