Restoring the foundation of health

James Shin

Director of Operations, Finance & Technology

James Shin is a technology manager and business administrator with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare field. He supports every part of operations, from business finance and budgeting to IT management, graphic design and provider support.

With a thoughtful, dependable and hands-on approach, James builds efficient systems, strengthens team performance and puts in place strategies that support long-term growth, whether launching new technology, improving workflows, managing teams or guiding special projects from concept to completion.

Outside of work, James enjoys time with his wife and two children, and his interests include tennis, cooking and photography.

Jodie Pearson

Director of Team & Systems Development

For 40 years in the dental industry, Jodie Pearson has helped people discover their strengths, believe in their abilities and become the best version of themselves.

At Aviara, Jodie advocates for team members by strengthening communication between the team and doctor, and coaches verbal skills across text, phone, email and face-to-face conversations. She develops practical systems that create consistency, accountability and growth. Her philosophy is simple: Teach. Measure. Support. Improve.

Jodie has served in dental practice administration, converted media-generated referrals as a consultant with 1-800-DENTIST, and partnered in the progression of dental software at Trojan Professional Services. She has held memberships with the Academy of Dental Management Consultants (ADMC), the American Association of Dental Office Management (AADOM), Dental Entrepreneur Woman (DEW) and the Dental Speaker Institute (DSI), and has been a guest on several dental industry podcasts.

Outside of Aviara, Jodie enjoys traveling with her husband, advocating for others, caring for her two tiny fur babies and tending more than 200 potted succulents.

Elise Newen

Director of Marketing & Aesthetic Operations

Elise Newen received her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Irvine and has spent years in the aesthetic industry, in both patient interactions and back-office medical operations.

As Director of Marketing & Aesthetic Operations at Aviara Aesthetic Beverly Hills, Aviara Centers Los Alamitos and the O2 Doctor educational platform, Elise oversees patient experiences and in-office operations, and creates multi-platform digital strategies that build brand awareness and patient engagement. She draws on her social media experience to create educational content about the procedures our medical and dental team perform, and she is responsible for the Aviara brand identity.

Outside of work, Elise keeps a large collection of tropical and carnivorous plants and values time with friends at music festivals and traveling the world. Her favorite companion is her little Maltese.

Cynthia Holguin, DA

Integrative Patient Care Coordinator

Cynthia is Aviara’s Dental Manager and has been part of the practice for nearly five years, with over seven years of experience in dentistry. She is certified in infection control and holds her dental radiography license through the Orange County Dental Institute.

Known for her calm presence and attention to detail, Cynthia helps patients feel comfortable, informed and confident throughout their care, guiding them through their treatment options so each experience is supportive and personalized.

Outside the office, Cynthia enjoys time with family and friends and expresses her creativity as a makeup artist. Her daily essential: a sweet coffee in hand.