ZIA | Talent in Motion

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Welcome to ZIA

At ZIA, we are dedicated to helping dental practices achieve their full potential by aligning talent strategies to business goals. Our team boasts extensive experience and deep industry knowledge, working with a wide range of practices—from single practices and emerging groups to large-scale Dental Service Organizations (DSOs).

We bring firsthand expertise in various facets of the dental industry. Our background includes roles as sought-after dental consultants, owners of multiple practices and a DSO, operators of a dental transitions company that has successfully facilitated top-dollar practice sales, and leaders of a virtual support company assisting thousands of practices nationwide. This rich history has now evolved into ZIA, where we continue to make an even bigger impact.

Our team’s comprehensive understanding of the dental industry, combined with our customized approach, ensures that we provide effective solutions tailored to your specific needs. From recruitment and retention to leadership development and performance optimization, we offer a full spectrum of onsite and virtual talent management services designed to keep you in mind.

Discover how our experienced team can help you achieve your goals with precision and speed. Contact us today to get started!
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Our humans

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Jonathan Bonanno, PhD (C), MS

CEO & Industrial/Organizational Psychologist

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Michael Bonanno, NLP

President

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Caio Wigand

Director, Operations

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Leandro Abrevaya

Sr. Talent Advisor & Psychotherapist

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Rachel Windham

Growth & Engagement Specialist

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Vanessa Tavares

Business Success Specialist

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Nidia Davila-Kuhn

Dental Concierge Manager

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Stephen Aguda

IT Manager & Cloud Engineer

our core values

We're in the Z.O.N.E.

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Zeal

We tackle challenges with a positive attitude, continually pushing ourselves to improve and achieve more.

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Opportunity

We embrace new experiences and let our creativity shine as we explore fresh ideas and solutions.

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Nurture

We provide guidance and encouragement to our team members, helping everyone develop together.

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Excellence

We celebrate our achievements and use them as motivation to set and reach new goals, continuously striving for excellence.

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Meet Vanessa: ZIA’s Marketing Powerhouse! 🚀 From strategy to design, Vanessa ensures ZIA’s voice is heard. She’s always crafting campaigns, hunting leads, and boosting engagement! When she’s not shaping ZIA’s brand, she’s deep in Baldur’s Gate 3 🎮, living her gamer dream. By her side? Yumi, her Shih Tzu 🐶, the ultimate work and gaming buddy! At ZIA, she found more than a job—she found a team that values collaboration and growth. And she’s just getting started! #TeamZIA #MarketingMagic #MeetTheTeam💡 Did you know that understanding your team’s workplace love languages can boost communication, teamwork, and job satisfaction? ✨ A little recognition, acts of service, or quality time can go a long way in creating a supportive and motivated work environment! 👇 Drop a 💙 if you agree! What’s your workplace love language? #CulturaThrowback #WorkplaceCulture #TeamSuccess #LeadershipTips #ZIATalentLove is in the air… and so is the search for the perfect match! 🩷✨ Just like a strong relationship, building a high-performing dental team is all about alignment, trust, and shared vision. The right talent doesn’t just fill a role—they elevate your entire practice. At ZIA, we specialize in making these perfect matches happen, whether it’s a top-tier hygienist, dental assistant, associate, or even a virtual assistant to streamline your front office. 💡 Ready to find your perfect match? Let’s make it happen! 📩 Contact us today. #ZIATalent #DentalHiring #DentalTalent #ValentinesDay #PerfectMatch#TBT to a Winning Moment! 🏆✨ Flashback to 2024 when Jonathan Bonanno took the stage as a Denobi Award winner—a moment that celebrated his impact in the dental industry! 💙 Now, in 2025, he’s back on the Denobi stage… but this time as your host, alongside Michael Bonanno! 🎤 Join us on March 1 for a night of celebration, inspiration, and recognition of the best in dentistry! Who are you excited to see at this year’s #DenobiAwards? ⬇️ #ZIAAtDenobi #DentalLeadership #Denobi2025 #DentalIndustryMeet Rachel: The Ultimate Problem Solver! 🦷✨ From helping dental offices find their perfect match—whether it’s top in-office talent or dedicated virtual support—to uncovering hidden opportunities for growth, Rachel is all about making things click! 💡 When she’s not transforming practices, you’ll find her mastering global cuisines with her husband, from Japanese hot pots to Caribbean feasts. 🌍🍜 Swipe through to learn more about Rachel and why she loves being part of the ZIA team! #MeetTheTeam #TalentWithVisionThe workforce is changing rapidly, and the need for upskilling has never been greater: 📈 44% of workers’ skills will be disrupted in the next five years. 🤔 Only 26% of employees feel their organization supports their growth. At ZIA, we partner with businesses to create personalized strategies for workforce development. Our humanized approach ensures your team is ready for tomorrow’s challenges. Let’s craft the future of your team 💼 *Sources: World Economic Forum, Gallup #HighPerformanceTeams #TeamGrowth #LeadershipMatters #ZIAImpact