President & Chief Executive Officer:Dean Newton
Leawood, Kansas

Delta Dental of Kansas has grown to be the largest, most experienced dental insurance carrier in the state. We have nearly doubled in growth in the last 15 years and our enterprise has expanded into 31 states from one state less than 20 years ago. Our mission is to improve healthcare through affordable and quality care, reduced healthcare costs and exceptional service. Our focus has led to an industry-leading 98%+ satisfaction rating among Kansans, Kansas employers and brokers as measured by an independent third party. The foundation of our success is our employees. Morale is linked to productivity and we believe our most important job is to create a positive and winning culture. DDKS strives to provide a positive company culture through employee empowerment, transparent communication, encouraged collaboration and connection opportunities. We have created a culture that emphasizes winning and fun by celebrating success, encouraging all ideas, input and views to get the best result, learning from mistakes, failing fast and offering an environment where people enjoy their jobs. Every employee feels a sense of ownership for organization results and strategy because they are involved every step of the way and strategy is clearly communicated. DDKS has a dedicated Culture Committee that provides resources, educational workshops and activities around diversity equity & inclusion, team building and wellness. DDKS is dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve, and we pass that spirit along to our employees through various volunteer opportunities and charitable involvement. DDKS offers a competitive benefits package as well as recreation and fitness center.