Balancing parental leave with practice ownership

Balancing parental leave with practice ownership

David Drew explains what parenthood taught him and Keely Thorne about setting aside time for parental leave while maintaining sustainable clinic success.

David Drew and Keely Thorne are co-owners of The Dental Barns, a dental clinic they see as a ‘celebratory destination’ tucked within a private courtyard alongside other wellness and lifestyle businesses, situated next to an exclusive wedding venue. They signed the lease on the business just a few days before discovering they were expecting Delilah, their second daughter. Their first, Evelyn, was just 15 months old when Delilah made her entrance.

The couple’s approach blends family commitments with strategic business planning, ensuring they meet the needs of their two young daughters while running a successful practice.

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