My ambitions have always stretched far beyond my practice, aiming to influence dentistry on a global scale. I have actively taken on various roles, each with a deep sense of purpose. I had the privilege of serving on the Board of Directors of the International Association of Pediatric Dentistry (IAPD) from 2019 to 2023.

I am profoundly thankful for the opportunity to have presented and won the bid for the IAPD International Congress, planned for 2025, in Cape Town. This will be the very first time this event will be hosted on the African Continent! I am humbled by the role I hold as Chairperson for this distinguished gathering.

My involvement also extends to leadership within local dental associations. As the Immediate Past President of the South African Association of Pediatric Dentistry (SAAPD), I am grateful for the chance to contribute. Within the South African Dental Association (SADA), my roles have included President of the Gauteng South Branch and National Council member. I was humbled to receive SADA's recognition through the Meritorious Service Award in 2020.

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic challenges, I played a part in developing the "DENTAL PROTOCOL IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19 Epidemic - South African Practice Perspective". Our team each received a Special Service Excellence Award from SADA.

My ongoing pursuit to establish Pediatric Dentistry as a recognized specialty is nearing fruition. Commencing in 2018 in collaboration with dental schools, this endeavour was acknowledged by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Higher Education Department in November 2022.