OADL 2026 Board Members

Meet our Board

  • Eric Kraus

    Past President
    Assured Dental Lab, Portland, OR

    Eric Kraus is the President of Assured Dental Lab in Portland, OR. He is an Oregon State graduate in business, and a 4th generation dental laboratory owner with over 17 years in the dental laboratory industry.

    Assured Dental Lab

  • Charles Banh

    2026 President
    Ceramics West Dental Lab, Portland, OR

    Charles Banh was born in southern California and resided there through high school. He moved to the San Francisco Bay Area and enrolled at the University of California, Berkeley attending courses with the intention of attending medical school. He finished Berkeley with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology. In 2009, Charles moved to San Jose to join Anatomage as a sales representative. In 2010 he became sales manager and in 2011 appointed director of sales. He was responsible for all dental sales, training of all personnel, education, and for the company’s advertising campaign. Charles worked closely with key opinion leaders and sales partners to define the overall image and positioning of the brand. He has lectured around the country in the field of Cone Beam CT and Guided Surgery. In 2013, Charles resigned from Anatomage. in October 2013, Charles joined Biomet 3i as a Territory Manager in the San Francisco Bay Area. During his tenure he headed several successful education campaigns. Charles was instrumental in building the surgical practices within the area focusing on staff training, lab partnerships and executing education. Currently he is a consultant for oral surgeons focusing on the implant practice. He is also the head of the implant department for Ceramics West Dental Lab with primary scope being guided surgery and digital dentistry workflows.

  • Max Thomas

    President - Elect
    Crown Creations, McMinnville, OR

    Max was born and raised in the dental industry by his mom and dad, the original owners of Crown Creations Dental Lab in Mcminnville, OR which was established in 1996. Once graduating from college with a BS in business, Max returned to Crown Creations to work along side his father where he would eventually become general manager and co-owner. Combining his strong work ethic and passion, Max has a vision dedicated to growing Crown Creations and preserving the importance of dental labs in the dental industry. Max strives daily to be the best version of himself for both himself and his family. He enjoys a healthy and active lifestyle with his wife, Starlyn.

    Crown Creations

  • Mark Hidde

    Treasurer

    Unbreakable Bonds, Medford, OR

    I grew up on a small farm in Eagle Point, Oregon and was always restless and eager to learn new things. After graduating high school, I moved to San Diego to live in a big city and go to college. I found a passion for small business and dropped out of college to start my first business at 21. My father was close to retirement at what was then the early 90’s and he offered to teach me the dental lab business. I moved back up to Oregon and began my Dental tech career.

    I’ve spent 33 years as a lab owner, 2 time past president of the Oregon Associating Of Dental Laboratories and now working on a 3rd term.

    Away from the the lab my interests are being an available loving dad to 5 kids, starting new businesses, coaching young people on business principles, traveling, flying as a private pilot, studying economic cycles, long wave cultural cycles, spirited discussions on political issues, philosophy, cooking, fitness, nutritional health and constant self improvement along with in depth discussions on the human condition.  

  • Celina Roberts

    Treasurer - Elect

    Assured Dental Lab, Portland, OR

    Celina Roberts is an experienced dental laboratory professional with 14 years in the field. Inspired to pursue this career in dentistry after experiencing a significant dental infection, she earned an associate degree in Dental Lab Technology from Portland Community College.

    She began her career in the model department at Assured Dental Lab and later led the Emax department. She then collaborated with PTC to develop a training program and train the team.

    Currently serving as Operations Manager at Assured Dental Lab, she fosters team growth, encourages continuing education and supports professional development. Celina is passionate about advancing the dental profession through technical excellence, mentorship and lifelong learning.

  • Brianne Lequerica

    Secretary

    Cosmetic Dental Specialties, Clackamas, OR

    Brianne was born and raised in Eastern Oregon. Her passion for artistry and working with her hands led her to Portland in 1999. She attended Portland Community College Dental Laboratory Technician program and additional business classes at Clackamas Community College. She had the opportunity to purchase Cosmetic Dental Specialties in 2007. CDS then began to attend local study groups specializing in implant technology. Brianne continues to attend Continuing education Monthly. The laboratory is a full-service laboratory for both crown and bridge and removable. 

    In 2019 Brianne attend American Denturist College and received her diploma for Denturism. In 2024 Arrosa Denture Studio was opened in Clackamas. Brianne and her team enjoy restores patients' smiles and quality of life. 

    In her off time she really enjoys family time, coaching kids sports with her husband, fitness, camping, boating, traveling, sun and sand.

  • Ronel Cordova

    Manufacturer’s Representative
    Straumann


    Over 16 years of representing dental equipment manufacturers in the Northwest and throughout North America. I’ve spent the last 5 years supporting Straumann’s clinical and laboratory relationships in the digital workflow space. Having worked in other industries and served as an aircraft mechanic in the United States Air Force, I’ve gained a great appreciation and care for processes and equipment that help my customers become more efficient, productive, and successful. Ultimately, as a dental equipment professional, it’s my hope and focus to contribute to positive clinical outcomes for patients.

  • Vadim Vainer, CDT, DTG

    Advisory Board Member
    Shikosha Dental Laboratory, Portland, OR

    Vadim Vainer is the Vice President of Production at Shikosha Dental Laboratory, Inc. in Portland OR. He completed his associates degree in computer engineering at the technical college of Beer-Sheva, Israel and later expanded his education at the University of Colorado in Boulder by studying biology and computer technology; which he later applied at the dental technology program at Portland Community College. Soon after completing his education, he opened Dentech Pro, a dental laboratory in Clackamas, OR where he worked in a fast-paced environment ensuring client satisfaction with general dental restorations. In 2014, with encouragement from family and friends, he started Axium Dental Arts where he could focus on more complex and cosmetic restorations. In his free time, Vadim loves to go camping and hiking with his wife Sarah. Often he plays the guitar to relax after a long day in the lab. He is passionate about photography and often teaches classes about dental and portrait photography. Grateful for an amazing group of fellow dental technicians, Vadim likes to participate in education and training as part of the Dental Technicians Guild - DTG.

  • Kim Doyle, CDT

    Advisory Board Member
    Oregon Health and Sciences University, Portland, OR

    Kim Doyle CDT is a restorative faculty dental technician at Oregon Health and Science University. After attending Texas State Technical College for her degree, she has worked in almost every aspect of dental technology. She started as a manager in a large production lab. Then continued her career managing two in-house dental labs, owner of two dental labs in Dallas and Seattle, trainer for Vident, instructor at a Washington technical college, and currently instructor at OHSU. Education was always a passion. Because of an interest in art, she attended Bellevue Community College and studied Computer Animation. There are many similarities between this study and dental Cad/Cam. Her free time involves hiking with her big dog, viewing and making art, listening and dancing to live music.

  • Carrie Peil, CDT

    OADL Executive Director
    Portland, OR

    Carrie began her career in the dental field in 1981 as a clinical assistant and translator. She discovered a passion for laboratory technology after her move to Eugene in 1987, and opened Birch Lab in 2006, and for the next 16 years focused on cosmetic restorative work. Carrie is a member of the National Association for Dental Laboratories and the Eugene Women’s Business Network. Carrie is passionate about arts and culture and enjoys a variety of music and art in her free time, as well as spending time with her rescue Kelpie dog, Kipling. She actively supports local businesses, arts, and music in Oregon. Carrie is proud to represent and promote OADL’s mission as a local state trade association.