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Leadership Team

Leadership Team

Management Staff

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Liz Smokowski
Chief Executive Officer

Liz Smokowski, our Chief Executive Officer, brings extensive experience and passion to our organization, with a background spanning both the corporate and non-profit sectors. Originally from Colorado, Liz’s journey in non-profit management is marked by her dedication to a range of humanitarian and animal welfare causes, including domestic violence support, services for individuals with disabilities, and, notably, animal welfare as the CEO of Longmont Humane Society for over 9 years. Liz holds an Associate’s Degree in Animal Health, a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, combining scientific expertise with business acumen to lead our organization effectively. Liz is deeply committed to advancing our mission and ensuring the highest quality of welfare for the animals in our community, working tirelessly to enhance our programs and services.

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Nichola Redmond
Director of Operations

Nichola Redmond, our Director of Operations, joins us with a robust background in animal welfare and non-profit leadership, marked by significant achievements in various esteemed organizations. Her extensive experience includes roles such as Regional Director of Behavior at the Pennsylvania SPCA, where she implemented behavior treatment plans that reduced euthanasia rates and improved live outcomes. As Executive Director at the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society, she transformed shelter operations, achieving over a 95% live release rate through innovative adoption programs and community engagement strategies. Nichola’s proven leadership skills and commitment to enhancing operations make her an invaluable asset to our team, perfectly aligning with our goals to improve the lives of animals in our care.

Dr. Ciacciarelli, Veterinarian

Derrike Marksberry, Shelter Manager
Steve Ross, Director of Retail
Tina Woods, Bookkeeper
Mark Mancini, Facilities Manager

Board of Directors

Jill Collinson, President
Susan Schuyler Smith, Past President
Lisa McCarthy, Vice President
Kathryn Barton, Treasurer
Rosalen E. Cline, Secretary

Members at Large
Christine Hammarskjold
Rob Kusch

Board Members
Melissa Handler
Jennifer Haskell
Mark Hvidsten
Richard Marra
Margaret Norris
Becca Russell
Wendy Trimarche
Audrey Zinman

Advisory Board
Eric Barkett
Jan Christensen
Kari Mason

Foundation
Dale Keyser, Chairman
Andrew Sowers, Vice Chairman & Treasurer
Christopher Johns, Secretary

Members
Kathryn Barton
Samuel F. Beach Jr.
Jill Collinson
Charles (Chip) Cruice
Gena Grove
Jan Hagemeier
Stan Klinefelter
Hans Kraaz
Rob Kusch
Susan Schuyler Smith