Corporate Leadership

Meet our Corporate Leadership Team

Scroll down to view photos and read about the DDKS Leadership Team. To read full biographies, click the Leadership Team member's name.

	Linda L. Brantner President and Chief Executive Officer As Delta Dental of Kansas' President and CEO, Linda L. Brantner is responsible for leading the oldest and largest dental benefits carrier in the state, providing strategic direction for the company and representing Kansas to the national Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA).
	Michael Herbert Chief Financial Officer Michael (Mike) Herbert joined DDKS in 1999 as Vice President of Finance. He was promoted to Chief Financial Officer in November, 2006. In this position, Herbert manages the accounting functions, financial activities and investments for the company and its subsidiary.
	Dean Newton Chief Marketing and Sales Officer Dean Newton joined DDKS in 2005 as Vice President of Sales and Marketing and was promoted in 2009 to Chief Marketing and Sales Officer. Prior to joining DDKS, Newton served as a member of the Kansas House of Representatives.
	Junetta Everett Vice President of Professional Relations Junetta Everett, a Registered Dental Hygienist for 30 years, serves as Vice President of Professional Relations, a position she has held since 1995. In this role, Junetta oversees communications, education and network support for participating DDKS dentists.
	Bob Ebenkamp Vice President of Information Technology Bob Ebenkamp serves as Vice President of Information Technology for DDKS. He is responsible for the purchasing and maintenance of all hardware and peripherals as well as the purchasing, creation and modifications of all of the organization's software.
	Amy Ellison Vice President of Human Resources Amy Ellison joined Delta Dental in 1999 as Director of Human Resources and was promoted to her current position in February, 2007. She has served in Human Resource positions within the Wichita community for more than 25 years.
	Dr. Jon W. Tilton Vice President of Professional Review and Dental Director Dr. Jon W. Tilton was hired as Vice President of Professional Review and Dental Director in October, 2007. As Dental Director, Dr. Tilton develops and leads the strategic plan of the Professional Review department to ensure alignment with the corporate vision.
	Mindy McPheeters In-house Counsel Mindy McPheeters was hired as In-house Counsel in July, 2010. Her legal experience and employment law background is beneficial as she provides direction, guidance and assistance on legal matters to the company, educates management on legal changes and works with outside legal counsel as needed.