Wife, mother, farmer, college administrator, educator, inventor, public health advocate, businesswoman, researcher, writer, editor, speaker—yet always a dental hygienist—Dr. Emily Boge has worn many hats over 20-plus years in the dental industry. She takes pride in utilizing her inquisitive mind and honest attitude to lead faculty at her college, influence manufacturers to listen to dental professionals in product innovation, and transform students into entry-level professionals, promoting the use of inner accountability, tenacity, and empowerment. Dr. Emily currently serves as dental administrative chair at Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo, Iowa, and owns a farm and the speaking, consulting, and writing firm Think Big Dental.