ORLANDO, Fla. - TelAve -- ORLANDO, FL — Progressive Dental Marketing and The Closing Institute have officially announced that Academy Award®-winning actor, producer, and #1 New York Times bestselling author Matthew McConaughey will serve as a keynote speaker for The Closing Institute's Annual Growth Conference. The two-day event will take place on November 13 and 14, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Orlando in Orlando, Florida.

McConaughey brings a unique perspective on leadership, personal accountability, and resilience. Beyond his film career, McConaughey is an accomplished entrepreneur as co-owner of the Austin FC Soccer Club, founder of Pantalones Tequila, professor at the University of Texas at Austin, and author of two #1 New York Times bestsellers, Greenlights and Just Because.

"We are honored to welcome Matthew McConaughey to the main stage at this year's Annual Growth Conference," said the leadership team at Progressive Dental Marketing. "Our attendees are practice owners, clinicians, and executives who strive to lead their teams with vision and drive high-value patient care. McConaughey's powerful message on authenticity, mindset, and pushing through challenges directly aligns with the mission of dental leaders navigating a rapidly evolving industry."

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The Closing Institute's Annual Growth Conference brings together elite dental professionals to master high-value case acceptance, full-arch and cosmetic growth, and modern practice operations. The 2026 curriculum focuses heavily on integrating cutting-edge technology and artificial intelligence into everyday clinical and practice workflows.

Key Focus Areas for the 2026 Conference Include:

• AI & Workflow Automation: Leveraging artificial intelligence to streamline operations, enhance patient engagement, and increase case acceptance.
• Integrated Practice Infrastructure: Building scalable systems powered by technology and data-driven decision-making.
• High-Value Patient Acquisition: Strategies to attract patients seeking life-changing dentistry, including smile makeovers, veneers, and full-mouth rehabilitations.
• Trust-Based Case Acceptance: Frameworks for turning patient interactions into long-term trust and treatment commitment.
• Team Leadership & Communication: Empowering practice teams with modern operational systems and communication tools.

Registration for the 2026 Annual Growth Conference is now open, with limited seats available for dental practice owners and their leadership teams.

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To learn more about the event, review the full agenda, or register, visit https://theclosinginstitute.com/?utm_source=press+release&utm_medium=paid+search&utm_campaign=2026+nov+agc+orlando&utm_content=matthew

About Progressive Dental Marketing & The Closing Institute

Progressive Dental Marketing is a leading dental marketing and practice growth firm dedicated to helping clinicians scale high-value treatments.  Progressive Dental empowers practice owners to optimize operations, attract qualified patients, and maximize case acceptance. The Closing Institute serves as the company's flagship educational platform, hosting premier conferences and training programs nationwide.