I had the pleasure of partnering with Andrea Garson at Guardian Dentistry Partners. Her engagement with intended to be brief, however, it quickly became clear how valuable her contributions were—so much so that I personally advocated for her to act in the capacity of our Chief People Officer.

As Guardian’s Chief Operating Officer, I viewed Andrea as a true business partner. She didn’t just understand people—she understood how to connect people strategy to business outcomes. Whether it was building an organizational structure, leading engagement and talent management strategies,  or establishing governance processes, Andrea always focused on the bigger picture and how talent and culture directly impacted performance.

We collaborated on several high-impact initiatives, including designing incentive programs and supporting strategic planning and execution. Andrea was a consistent and thoughtful voice at the executive table. She had a great way of aligning with the business’s needs while also challenging us to make smart, people-first decisions.

I highly recommend Andrea to any organization, regardless of size. She brings experience, strategic thinking, and a calm, people-centered leadership style that adds real value.