Meet Our Staff - Baluke Dental Studios

Meet Our Staff	*Welcome* to our staff section. This section will help you get to know the people who run our company. It’s a little personal, informal, and tries to be fun. Hope you enjoy it. *"We'll keep You Smiling"*
	Duane Baluke, the president of Baluke Denal Studios, is a highly regarded technician with over 40 years experience. Raised in the dental laboratory business, he is intimately familiar with every aspect of its operation and management. By the time he turned 20, he had already earned his R.D.T. from the C.D.T.O. He has received dental technology diplomas from, among many others, the University of Toronto, the University of Western Ontario, North Western University, and George Brown College. Mr. Baluke is also a member of the AGD, ODA, CACD, CDA, Cal Lab, AAID, AACD, TACD, NODA, ADTO, DIAC and the DAO. He still focuses considerable attention on assisting dentists with the creation of optimal treatment plans for advanced or complex cases. This expertise proves especially beneficial to dentists breaking into implantology.

	Technical Department Managers
	George Sarudi, R.D.T. is Baluke’s C&B / Implant Department Manager. He is vastly experienced with an incredible depth and breadth of knowledge. That’s no surprise; he’s been in the industry for nearly 40 years, having spent more than half of that time here at Baluke. George believes in a design philosophy where simplicity and functionality are the highest virtues. In his spare time he enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family and working around the house.
	Nancy Esposito began work in the dental technology business in 1971. Since 2001 she has been the manager of Baluke’s Ceramics Department. The great pride she places in her work allows her department to produce some of the best cosmetic dentistry in the country. Golfing and cooking, but not necessarily at the same time, are the two hobbies she most enjoys.

	Dan Zolis. Designing and casting partial denture frames is a demanding and difficult job, one Dan Zolis excels at. As Department Manger Dan is backed by 23 years of experience. During his 10 years at Baluke he has instilled his department with the drive to ‘Do it right the first time, every time’. Designing each partial himself he keeps the quality high. When not working at his microwave foundry Dan plays soccer and keeps a close eye on the baseball scores.
	Corey Lewis. With 10 years in the business and 5 years at Baluke Corey brings solid experience to his position as CAD/CAM Department Manager. His disciplined, systematic approach ensures that his department produces consistent crown and bridge substructures of the highest caliber. When not at work Corey likes a good film or a good book. He also enjoys a pick-up game of whichever sport is currently seasonal.
	Case Coordinators
	Terry Ward. For 48 years Terry has been in the dental lab business. Since 1978 he’s been one of the key personnel at Baluke Dental Studios. He draws on his broad experience as a lab technician in his current role as Case-Coordinator Department Manager. The most important aspect of the dentist / laboratory relationship is, according to Terry, communication. It is the key to creating a superior finished product. In his spare time Terry enjoys woodworking and motorcycling.
	Rob Pike. After 25 years in the business and 10 years at Baluke, Rob is a well-seasoned case-coordinator. His work philosophy is ‘Get it right the first time’. Rob likes to get away for some sun several times each year. Melanie Russell is our Inside Customer Service representative. She has been at Baluke since 2005. Melanie is happy to assist you with booking your Custom Staining appointments, billings or any other related concerns. She believes in doing everything with a smile. Melanie loves to dance, read and snowboard.
	Administration
	Enza Baluke - Administrator joined Baluke Dental Studios in 1992. She is responsible for the day-to-day administration functions and is ready to provide assistance with billing, statement enquiries and other administrative concerns. Enza also organizes all promotions, advertising and golf tournaments. Enza is mother to three great children, two fat cats and a pond full of Koi Fish. She spends all her free time gardening, long bike rides, and yes dancing, too. Her new found pleasure is snorkeling in the Tropics and Hot Yoga.
	Gail Ward - Administrator Assisstant. Our NEWEST team member, Gail joined Baluke Dental in June 2009. Her responsibilities include Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payables and assisting with daily operations.
	Lorraine Slater. Always with a laugh and a smile, Lorraine has been the first point of contact at Baluke since 2001. She takes pleasure in listening to music, watching movies and playing in the great outdoors.
	Sales & Marketing
	In the year 2000, Richard Murray brought his sales, marketing, lecturing and management experience to Baluke Dental Studios. He is the Director of Sales and a key territory manager. Richard believes in building long-term client relationships based on trust, understanding and mutual respect. For this reason he continuously improves his knowledge set at seminars for dental professionals.