David Peña, Jr is an experienced national association leader with a diverse professional background including previously serving as executive director of the Hispanic Dental Association, Director of Advocacy for the American Heart Association, Partner/CEO of a Medical Transportation start-up, and an executive for several national associations focused on business, finance, accounting and journalism. 

"As an association leader I enjoy leveraging my background, network and professional experience to the benefit of creating new programs and pathways for underserved and underrepresented communities. I look forward to working with the dedicated national oral health professionals who are creating impact across the country." David Peña, Jr.