Welcome to the Venture Asheville Founder Series where we profile local founders and their venture’s. In this post, we meet AnnMarie Miller of Senior Oral Health Services – www.sosavl.com.
What’s your value proposition?
Onsite Preventive Oral Care for Dependent Adults
When did you start this company?
4/13/2017
Do you have any cofounders?
Diana Moiseyev and Kelly Flanders
Who are your customers?
Dependent adults living in senior living communities
Why did you start this business?
Working in the dental field providing clinical care, and we see daily the great risk the elderly population is in, due to the lack of access to oral health care. Based on this overwhelming need for care, we have developed a company that connects oral care specialists with dependent adults living in nursing facilities to improve access to preventive oral health care. Nursing home residents have poor oral hygiene, significant dental disease, and the worst oral health of any population. The oral care services SOS provides is an answer to the call for help these dependent seniors need.
What’s the next big thing for your business?
Not only offering private contracts to our clients but also having the capability to provide comprehensive facility contracts, thereby enhancing preventive oral care for all residents living in facilities.
What’s your favorite thing to do in Asheville?
Enjoy the sunset with a breathtaking mountain view from the summit of Bearwallow Mountain
What’s the best thing about building a business in Asheville?
Asheville is a vibrant and supportive community known for its creative atmosphere. It is easy to find a network of like-minded individuals willing to share insights and support each other.
How has Venture Asheville helped you?
As dental clinicians, navigating business processes and decisions has been a challenge. Venture Asheville has played a crucial role in offering mentorship and support, guiding us not only in business decisions but also fostering a growth-oriented mindset.
Share one fun fact about yourself
I enjoy cooking and eating traditional Italian cuisine from recipes passed down by my grandmother
How many ventures did you start before this one?
None
What’s your favorite thing a customer has said about you or your company?
“Thank you for taking such good care of my 93 year old mother in the comfort of her memory care facility. My mother is happy to sit still and have her teeth cared for. The staff is personable , gentle and knowledgeable. I am impressed with the professional service and bedside manner, and would recommend SOS to anyone needing in-home care.”
-Tamar W. Daughter of resident
What’s your favorite local-to-Asheville product or business?
Cultivated Cocktails
