Strategic Business Management Leader • Operations Architect • Growth & Transformation Specialist
Raza Jafri is a strategic management professional with over two decades of experience driving organizational growth, operational excellence, and business transformation across the United States, United Kingdom, and Pakistan. His international background brings a uniquely global perspective to leadership, strategy, and execution.
He currently serves in a senior strategic role at Be Dental, where he applies his expertise in business operations, financial oversight, and long-term growth planning. His ability to streamline processes and build scalable systems has made him a key contributor to the organization’s expansion and modernization.
Raza’s academic foundation includes executive education at Harvard Business School, New York University, Durham University, the University of Karachi, and The Dale Carnegie School, complemented by professional development in business strategy, international finance, organizational leadership, and risk management.
His expertise spans strategic business planning, organizational development, financial performance optimization, cross-functional leadership, international operations, compliance and risk frameworks, and market expansion. He is known for diagnosing complex organizational challenges, designing effective solutions, and leading teams through successful implementation.
Raza’s leadership style is grounded in clarity, accountability, and long-term vision. His global experience across New York, London, and Karachi has shaped his ability to navigate diverse business environments with cultural intelligence, adaptability, and strategic foresight.
Leitha Hunt is the heart of our Bellmore office and one of the most beloved members of the Be Dental family. With over 30 years of dedicated service, she brings unmatched experience, warmth, and professionalism to every aspect of our practice. Leitha is often the first friendly face patients see and the steady, reassuring presence that keeps our office running smoothly day after day.
Her deep knowledge of patient care, scheduling, insurance coordination, and office operations makes her an invaluable leader and support system for both patients and staff. Leitha is known for her kindness, patience, and ability to make everyone feel welcome — whether it’s a new patient walking through the door or a long‑time family returning for their routine visit.
Leitha’s commitment to excellence and her genuine care for people have helped shape the warm, family‑like atmosphere that defines our Bellmore location. Her loyalty, reliability, and decades of service reflect the very best of Be Dental’s values.
We are proud to have Leitha as our Office Manager, and our patients feel the difference she makes every single day.
Barbara Rocha is a gentle, highly experienced dental hygienist who brings warmth, precision, and a deep commitment to patient comfort to Be Dental. With her calm demeanor and meticulous clinical technique, Barbara creates an environment where patients feel relaxed, supported, and confident in their care.
She is passionate about preventive dentistry and believes that education, early intervention, and personalized guidance are the foundation of lifelong oral and whole‑body wellness. Barbara takes the time to understand each patient’s needs, ensuring that every visit is both thorough and comfortable. Her ability to connect with patients — especially those who may feel anxious — has made her one of the most trusted and beloved members of the Be Dental team.
With extensive experience in holistic and biological hygiene protocols, Barbara integrates gentle techniques, biocompatible products, and a wellness‑focused approach into every appointment. She is dedicated to helping patients achieve healthier gums, brighter smiles, and a deeper understanding of how oral health impacts overall well‑being.
Barbara’s professionalism, compassion, and commitment to excellence make her an essential part of the Be Dental experience.
Jenelle Angus serves as Be Dental’s trusted Off‑Site Management Consultant, bringing a strategic, solutions‑driven approach to the overall growth and operational excellence of the practice. With a strong background in business management, team development, and dental practice operations, Jenelle plays a key role in strengthening systems, improving workflow efficiency, and supporting long‑term organizational success.
Working closely with leadership and staff, Jenelle provides guidance on scheduling optimization, patient flow, communication systems, and administrative structure. Her ability to analyze challenges, implement effective processes, and support team cohesion makes her an invaluable resource to the practice.
Jenelle is known for her professionalism, clarity, and calm, supportive communication style. Even while working off‑site, she remains deeply connected to the team — offering consistent guidance, strategic insight, and operational oversight that helps Be Dental maintain its high standards of service and patient care.
Her commitment to excellence, paired with her strong understanding of dental practice dynamics, ensures that Be Dental continues to grow with stability, efficiency, and a patient‑first focus.
Christina Ayala is the guiding force of our Manhasset office and a deeply trusted member of the Be Dental team. With over 20 years of experience in dental practice operations, she brings exceptional skill, calm leadership, and a patient first mindset to every aspect of our holistic, fee for service environment. Christina is often the first reassuring voice patients hear when preparing for life changing treatment — and the steady presence who supports them every step of the way.
Her expertise extends far beyond traditional office management. Christina specializes in coordinating full mouth rehabilitation, All on 4 and full arch implant cases, complex surgical treatments, and advanced restorative planning. She works closely with our clinical team to ensure every major case is organized with precision, clarity, and compassion. Patients trust her deeply — not only because she understands the clinical journey, but because she takes the time to understand their journey.
Christina’s ability to blend technical knowledge with genuine warmth makes her an invaluable support system for both patients and staff. She is known for her professionalism, her patience, and her gift for making even the most complex treatment plans feel approachable and manageable. Whether she is guiding a patient through a multi step surgical process or helping a family understand their long term restorative options, Christina brings confidence, clarity, and comfort to every interaction.
Her dedication to excellence and her commitment to whole body wellness help shape the calm, organized, and supportive atmosphere that defines our Manhasset location. Christina’s reliability, leadership, and heartfelt care reflect the very best of Be Dental’s values.
We are proud to have Christina as our Office Manager — and our patients feel the difference she makes every single day.
In Manhasset, Angui plays a central and deeply trusted role in the clinical experience. As the lead dental assistant — and a dedicated member of our group for over 15 years — she brings a level of skill, steadiness, and compassion that patients immediately feel. Angui supports some of the most advanced surgical and restorative procedures we offer, including full arch implant surgeries, All on 4 treatments, and full mouth rehabilitation. Her calm precision in the operatory and her gentle, reassuring presence help patients feel grounded during moments that can otherwise feel overwhelming.
Those undergoing major restorative transformations often speak about how Angui’s confidence and kindness make all the difference. She has a remarkable ability to sense when a patient needs extra reassurance, a slower pace, or simply someone who understands what they’re feeling. Her experience, combined with her genuine care, creates an environment where even the most complex treatments feel manageable and safe. Over the years, she has become not just a clinical anchor, but a comforting guide for patients moving through life changing dental journeys.
In Bellmore, Megan brings that same level of dedication and warmth to her role as lead dental assistant — a role she has honed with over 15 years of experience in patient care and clinical support. Families who visit our Bellmore office often speak about how Megan’s presence immediately puts them at ease. She has a natural ability to anticipate patient needs, support the doctors with seamless precision, and create a comforting chairside environment that feels both professional and deeply personal.
Megan’s experience shines through in every aspect of her work. Whether she is assisting with restorative treatments, supporting biological dentistry protocols, or guiding patients through holistic wellness focused procedures, she brings a calm steadiness that patients rely on. Her gentle approach, clear communication, and intuitive understanding of patient comfort help transform even anxious visits into positive, reassuring experiences.
Over the years, Megan has become an essential part of the Bellmore community — someone patients look forward to seeing and someone families trust with their long term care. Her blend of clinical skill, compassion, and consistency helps shape the warm, welcoming atmosphere that defines our Bellmore office. She is not only a lead assistant, but a familiar, grounding presence who helps patients feel safe, supported, and genuinely cared for throughout their dental journey.
