Steve Hall, newly appointed CEO of My Community Dental Centers, joins Michigan Business Beat to discuss his transition from Board Chair to CEO, expanding access to affordable dental care, improving patient outcomes, strengthening workforce health, and advancing MCDC’s mission of serving communities across Michigan through patient-centered care and public health leadership.
Hear Steve and Jeffrey discuss leading MCDC, expanding dental access, improving community health, and strengthening Michigan’s workforce in the SoundCloud Podcast shared below:
In their conversation, Jeffrey looked to find out several things from Steve:
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You spent nearly a decade on MCDC’s Board of Directors, including five years as Board Chair. How does that experience prepare you to step into the CEO role, and what are your top priorities as you begin leading the organization?
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MCDC serves more than 80,000 patients through 28 dental centers across Michigan. What are the biggest challenges and opportunities you see in expanding access to affordable dental care today?
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Employers increasingly recognize that oral health impacts workforce productivity and overall well-being. How does MCDC’s mission contribute to healthier communities and a stronger workforce?
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You bring a long background in public health leadership. How will that perspective influence MCDC’s strategy for improving patient outcomes and addressing healthcare access gaps across Michigan?
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As you begin this leadership transition, what message would you like to share with patients, community partners, healthcare providers, and business leaders about MCDC’s vision for the future?
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My Community Dental Centers Appoints Steve C. Hall as Chief Executive Officer
PETOSKEY, Mich., May 2026 – My Community Dental Centers (MCDC), one of Michigan’s largest nonprofit dental organizations, has appointed Steve C. Hall as Chief Executive Officer. Steve previously served on MCDC’s Board of Directors from 2016 to 2025, including five years as Board Chair, and brings extensive experience in public health leadership, healthcare administration, and organizational strategy. Steve will continue to reinforce MCDC’s commitment to equitable, patient-centered dental services across Michigan.
“On behalf of MCDC leadership, we are honored to pass the reins of Chief Executive Officer off to one of our longtime organizational partners and former board leader, Steve,” said Interim Chief Executive Officer, Jerry Messana. “Serving our patients in this role is an invaluable experience, and I am confident that as CEO, Steve will do an amazing job. The leadership team looks forward to collaborating with Steve to continue providing the level of care our patients are accustomed to, and we’re excited to see how MCDC continues to evolve.”
With more than two decades of public health leadership experience, Steve C. Hall has served as Health Officer for the Central Michigan District Health Department, leading efforts to improve community health outcomes and strengthen access to care across the region. His career also includes leadership roles within the Jackson County Health Department and other public health organizations throughout Michigan. Steve served on MCDC’s Board of Directors from 2016 to 2025, including five years as Board Chair. Throughout the years Steve has served with MCDC, he has developed a deep understanding of MCDC’s mission, operations, and the communities served across Michigan.
“After years of immersing myself in this organization and serving at the board level, I am honored and excited to work more closely with this team,” said CEO, Steve C. Hall. “With my background in public health and experience as Board Chair, I look forward to working with an organization and my fellow leadership team members to build on patient access and continue to support the incredible team at MCDC. I thank the MCDC team for the opportunity to serve Michigan communities in this role and look forward to what is next.”
In the months ahead, Steve will begin an intentional onboarding and transition process focused on listening, learning, and building relationships with team members, partners, and community stakeholders across MCDC’s service areas. Interim Chief Executive Officer and board member since 2017, Jerry Messana, will continue on as Interim CEO through August and will remain actively engaged during the transition to help ensure continuity and long-term success. MCDC’s Board welcomes Steve’s leadership, commitment to public health, and passion for access to care.
MCDC looks forward to continuing with the same high standard of patient-centered care while bringing fresh expertise and direction to the team. Patients can expect the same trusted service under new management, and the MCDC community will remain updated throughout this new chapter of providing quality dental care for all.
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About My Community Dental Centers
Established in 2006, My Community Dental Centers Inc. operates 28 dental centers throughout Michigan, with more than 80,000 unduplicated patients served in 2026, MCDC focuses on quality care that is customized for each patient and offered in a patient-centered atmosphere with exceptional care.
My Community Dental Centers provides dental services to Medicaid enrollees, Healthy Kids Dental, Healthy Michigan Plan, low-income uninsured and those with private insurance seeking a dental home. MCDC offers comprehensive dental care for the entire family, including exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, and dentures. The organization also offers My Dental Program (MyDP) for those without dental insurance, which provides reduced fees based on household income. For more information, visit our website at www.mydental.org.
