Inc.’s eighth annual Female Founders list highlights the nation’s top business leaders who challenge the status quo to tackle some of the world’s biggest problems.
(March 25, 2025) McLean, VA. — Inc. has announced its eighth annual Female Founders list, featuring Oryx Dental Software Founder & CEO, Dr. Rania Saleh, DDS, MSD. Dr. Saleh joins a bold group of 500 women whose innovations and ideas are leading their industries forward.
Each year, Inc. editors review thousands of applications highlighting female founders who are challenging the status quo and tackling some of the world’s biggest problems, and cull applicants through three rounds of judging, looking specifically at an entrepreneur’s bona fides in the past year. Criteria include quantifiable metrics such as revenue, sales, revenue growth, funding, and audience size. Inc. also looks for qualitative metrics, including social media momentum and stories of impact. This year’s entrepreneurs collectively attract approximately $9 billion in 2024 revenue and $10.6 billion in funding.
“I’m honored to be recognized alongside so many inspiring women who are shaping the future of business. At Oryx, our mission has always been to empower dental practices with innovative, cloud-based solutions that transform clinical standards for patient care. This recognition is a testament to the hard work of our entire team and our commitment to transforming the dental industry for the better,” said Dr. Saleh, who leads a growing team of dedicated experts committed to a vision of revolutionizing dental practice management.
“Female founders know what struggle is, but they’re also experts of improvisation, adaptability, and creativity. The women featured on this year’s list exemplify these qualities. Through times of uncertainty, their unwavering dedication and steadfast leadership are not only inspiring but vital to driving progress,” said Inc. executive editor Diana Ransom.
This honor comes on the tail of several key accomplishments for Oryx. Prior to the recognition of Dr. Saleh, Oryx Dental Software received a coveted spot on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list. The organization was ranked No. 1776 among the fastest-growing private companies in America and the fastest-growing company in its category. Oryx was also recently honored by DEO Magazine as part of their “Best of Technology” list.
“By integrating evidence-based dentistry with cutting-edge technology, Oryx is redefining what’s possible for dental practices,” said Dr. Saleh. “Our work is about empowering dentists to deliver consistent, high-quality care across every patient interaction. I’m honored to drive this mission forward.”
About Oryx Dental Software
Oryx Dental is a cloud-based, all-in-one dental platform that unites clinical workflows, patient engagement, and practice management to help practices run more efficiently. With AI-driven automation, advanced analytics, and intuitive tools, Oryx empowers private and group practices to enhance patient care and accelerate growth. Learn why 2000+ dentists trust Oryx with a personalized demo.
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