Our Bridge Builders
Bailey Baerwolf
Visual Attorney
“Together we can glimpse beyond the world we inherited, toward one of our own making.”
Bailey Baerwolf is often referred to as a visual attorney for his ability to represent ideas, individuals, and collectives with a gentle care and a tenacious pursuit of achieving a desired outcome through storytelling, graphic design, photography, and filmmaking. With a Bachelor’s of Science in Urban Design from Parsons School of Design, he brings form to the fluid realm of ideas—fueled by a radical optimism and an unwavering belief in the power of collaborative creation.
At BeA Bridge, Bailey collaborates closely with the team to convey the mission and work across multimedia formats.
Why He’s a Bridge Builder
Bailey knows that the power of storytelling is essential to human evolution. When we witness parts of ourselves in the media we consume, there is a subtle allowing that occurs, making inner and outer change more accessible to us all.
Anjie Basnight
Board Chair
“Person-centered service creates lasting, meaningful change.”
Anjie Basnight is a communications and fundraising professional at the UNC Adams School of Dentistry. With academic training in psychology, business administration, and marketing, she brings strategic storytelling and operational insight to her leadership. Since relocating to North Carolina, she has remained deeply engaged in civic life and community service.
As founding Board Chair, Anjie provides governance leadership grounded in authenticity, fairness, and holistic service.
Why She’s a Bridge Builder
Anjie believes everyone deserves a fulfilling and healthy life. She is committed to advancing person-centered solutions that strengthen communities and is honored to help lead BeA Bridge with integrity and purpose.
Heather Dennis
Board Treasurer
“Strong stewardship turns vision into sustainable impact.”
Heather Dennis brings more than 20 years of executive leadership experience guiding mission-driven nonprofits through growth, strategic transformation, and financial sustainability. She previously served as Executive Director of Dress for Success Triangle and led Meals on Wheels organizations in Rhode Island and Nashville, overseeing multimillion-dollar operations and expanding partnerships with healthcare systems and community stakeholders.
With executive training from Harvard Business School and a background in leadership and organizational administration, Heather brings disciplined fiscal oversight and strategic governance to BeA Bridge. As Treasurer, she partners with board leadership to ensure financial integrity while supporting long-term growth.
Why She’s a Bridge Builder
Heather believes lasting change happens when people, resources, and purpose are intentionally connected. She is inspired by the organization’s commitment to equity and empowerment and is honored to help steward its financial sustainability as it builds pathways to opportunity.
Dr. April Fields
Mentorship Chair
“Mentorship changes careers—and lives.”
Dr. April Fields is a highly sought-after locum tenens dentist practicing in North Carolina. Her foundation as a registered dental hygienist shaped her comprehensive clinical perspective and strengthened her confidence in patient care. Through traveling dentistry, she has developed adaptability, resilience, and a broad understanding of diverse practice environments.
As Mentorship Chair, Dr. April brings firsthand insight into the power of networking and professional guidance.
Why She’s a Bridge Builder
Dr. Fields credits mentorship and relationship-building as pivotal to her journey. She is honored to now serve as the mentor she once relied on, helping cultivate the next generation of leaders through connection and shared experience.
Samantha Wooten
Water Accessibility Lead
“Clean water is not a privilege—it’s a foundation for health and dignity.”
Samantha Wooten is an environmental professional with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from North Carolina State University, specializing in sustainable built environments. She has experience advancing water quality policy and is a dedicated advocate for environmental education and accessibility.
As Water Accessibility Lead, Samantha works to ensure that communities have equitable access to safe, sustainable water resources—recognizing that environmental justice is essential to public health and long-term resilience.
Why She’s a Bridge Builder
Samantha is excited to be a Bridge Builder because she believes environmental access and community health are deeply interconnected. She is passionate about connecting science, policy, and people to create sustainable solutions that protect both communities and the planet.
Dr. Danny Mora
Education Chair
“When expertise meets service, communities receive the care they deserve.”
Dr. Danny Mora González is an Oral and Maxillofacial Pathologist, educator, and U.S. Navy veteran dedicated to advancing diagnostic precision and interdisciplinary collaboration. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Puerto Rico and completed his specialty training and Master of Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Dr. Danny serves as faculty at the University of Puerto Rico School of Dental Medicine and practices as an oral and maxillofacial pathologist in Puerto Rico. His work spans clinical diagnostics, academic leadership, and research, with recognized expertise in head and neck pathology. Through teaching, mentorship, and professional engagement, he contributes to strengthening standards of care and advancing oral health outcomes across the communities he serves.
Why He’s a Bridge Builder
Dr. Danny believes that access to specialized knowledge and collaborative care models are essential to improving health equity. He is honored to support initiatives that connect clinical excellence with community impact, ensuring that high-quality, patient-centered care reaches those who need it most.
Rachel Wooten
Food Accessibility Lead
“Food access is fundamental to stability, health, and opportunity.”
Rachel Wooten earned her B.S. in Food Science from NC State University and has built a career across food production and operations, including work in poultry, produce, and co-packing industries. She later expanded her expertise into project management within the software sector, bringing innovation and systems thinking to her work.
Currently working at Butterball, Rachel leverages her background in manufacturing operations and technology to implement digital transformation solutions at all levels of the business.
Why She’s a Bridge Builder
Rachel is passionate about reducing food insecurity and building sustainable systems that support community health. She is excited to bring her expertise in food innovation and operations to help ensure families have reliable access to nutritious food.
Dr. Neal Quinn
Community & Service Chair
“Healthcare should be accessible, inclusive, and rooted in dignity.”
Dr. Neal Quinn is an orthodontic resident at the University of Washington with a strong commitment to community-centered care and health equity. A North Carolina native, he earned both his undergraduate and dental degrees from UNC-Chapel Hill. He co-founded the PRIDE Clinic, an initiative providing free, affirming dental care to LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Dr. Neal’s work reflects his dedication to addressing systemic barriers to care while advancing mentorship, education, and inclusive healthcare delivery.
Why He’s a Bridge Builder
Dr. Neal believes true wellness extends beyond clinical care to include mentorship, education, and community empowerment. He is honored to help build sustainable systems that foster dignity, equity, and opportunity.
Dr. Beatrice Williams
Founder & Executive Director
“Equity isn’t charity — it’s the architecture of lasting change.”
Dr. Beatrice Williams is a board-certified orthodontist, researcher, and community-focused leader dedicated to advancing equitable access to healthcare, mentorship, and opportunity. She earned her DDS and completed her orthodontics residency at UNC-Chapel Hill, graduating with distinction, and holds a Business Essentials Certificate from UNC Kenan-Flagler.
Dr. Beatrice practices in the North Carolina and serves as a consultant and board member for CFS Dental Division. She is active in organized dentistry through leadership and advocacy initiatives and contributes to mentorship programs, professional panels, and international dental outreach efforts focused on sustainable access to care.
As Founder and Executive Director, she leads BeA Bridge with a multidisciplinary approach that connects health, education, financial empowerment, mentorship, community service, and spirituality.
Why She’s a Bridge Builder
Dr. Beatrice founded BeA Bridge to create systems—not just services—that close equity gaps and expand opportunity. She believes sustainable change happens when care, mentorship, and resources are intentionally connected.
David Williams
Technology & Innovation Committee Lead
“Innovation is most powerful when it expands possibility.”
David Williams is a Software Engineer and systems strategist specializing in automation, digital infrastructure, and operational efficiency. With a background in Computer Science from Virginia Commonwealth University, he has led student mentorship initiatives and developed scalable technical solutions across both nonprofit and private-sector environments.
In his professional work, David partners with small businesses and mission-driven organizations to streamline operations, build digital tools, and design automation systems that improve quality of life and long-term sustainability.
At BeA Bridge, David leads technology strategy and infrastructure development, ensuring digital systems expand access, strengthen program delivery, and support measurable impact across all six pillars.
Why He’s a Bridge Builder
David is passionate about using technology to reduce barriers and create scalable pathways to opportunity. He believes that thoughtful infrastructure — from educational resources to operational systems — transforms vision into measurable, sustainable impact. As a Bridge Builder, he is committed to leveraging innovation to support equity, representation, and long-term community empowerment.
Dina Williams
Board Secretary & Creative Arts & Sciences Chair
“Creative expression builds empathy, visibility, and connection.”
Dina Williams is a Ghanaian-American artist and storyteller based in Dublin, Ireland. Rooted in poetry and spirituality, her work uses music and language as tools for reflection and care. She studied Literature at The New School in New York City and has worked across multiple areas of the publishing industry.
As Creative Arts & Sciences Chair, Dina integrates artistic practice with community engagement, supporting initiatives that elevate creative expression as a pathway toward empathy and deeper environmental and cultural awareness.
Why She’s a Bridge Builder
Dina believes storytelling has the power to reshape how we understand ourselves and one another. She is honored to help create spaces where art becomes a bridge to healing, visibility, and collective growth.
Shawntae Young
Spirituality Chair
“Healing happens when we care for both the body and the spirit.”
Shawntae Young is a licensed massage therapist and founder of Willow Tree Soul Wellness LLC in Raleigh, NC. She is a certified yoga instructor, sound healing therapist, Reiki Master Practitioner and Teacher, and certified birth doula. Her work integrates Reiki, Thai table massage, deep tissue, prenatal and postnatal massage, trigger point therapy, Graston Technique, and sound healing to support whole-person wellness. Shawntae specializes in Reiki-infused bodywork, blending energetic and physical healing to create transformative experiences for her clients.
As Spirituality Chair, Shawntae brings a deeply holistic approach to community wellness—creating spaces that honor restoration, reflection, and connection.
Why She’s a Bridge Builder
Shawntae is passionate about connecting individuals to holistic healing services that support growth, restoration, and deeper wellness. She believes transformation happens when people feel empowered on their healing journey and is honored to help create pathways toward wholeness within the community.