Meet Nicole Hartshorn!
Your Strategic Partner, Creative Problem-Solver, Dental Operations Enthusiast, Comedian, and Dental Office SINGER! Okay, maybe not that last one.
I'm a dental operations leader, national speaker, educator, and someone who genuinely loves helping dental practices and the people behind them succeed.
With more than 25 years of dental industry experience, I've learned that successful practices aren't built on perfect spreadsheets or fancy business plans alone.
They're built on people.
People who feel supported. Leaders who feel confident. Teams who understand their purpose. And systems that make everyone's job a little easier.
That's the philosophy behind Alpine Pixie Practice Partners.
Experience That Goes Beyond the Textbook
Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to lead operations across multiple dental practices, guide teams through organizational change, strengthen revenue cycle performance, and develop systems that support growth.
My experience includes:
Leadership and operational oversight across 7+ dental practice locations
Supporting and mentoring teams of more than 60 employees
Revenue cycle management, insurance workflows, and financial performance
Practice management software implementation and Dentrix Ascend training
Multi-location operational strategy and scalable business systems
National and regional speaking, education, and leadership development
In 2026, I was honored to be recognized as AADOM's Practice Manager of the Year for Multi-Location Practices.
While that recognition means a great deal to me, the most meaningful part of my career has always been watching the people and teams I've worked with grow into something extraordinary.
Why Alpine Pixie?
I've always believed that professionalism and personality can coexist.
Business can be strategic without being stuffy.
Leadership can be strong without being intimidating.
And solving complicated problems doesn't mean we can't laugh along the way.
Alpine Pixie combines my love of Colorado's mountains, a little whimsical inspiration, and a whole lot of practical dental industry experience.
The name reflects the way I approach every partnership: grounded in strategy, energized by creativity, and committed to helping others discover what's possible.
My Approach
Listen First. Every practice has its own story, challenges, culture, and goals. Understanding those things comes before recommending solutions.
Build Together. The best strategies are created with people, not simply handed to them.
Keep It Practical. A brilliant idea is only valuable if it can actually work inside your practice.
Lead With Heart. Strong relationships, integrity, and genuine care are essential to lasting success.
Find the Joy. A little laughter, creativity, and magic can make even the toughest challenges easier to navigate.
Let's Build Something Extraordinary
Whether you need an executive sounding board, a fresh operational perspective, or someone to help your team navigate change, I'd love to learn more about your practice.
Ready to Chat?
Drop your details below and let’s make something amazing together!

