With a background in the fire service and national animal rescue teams, I’ve seen firsthand how disasters impact animals and the organizations that care for them. I’ve assisted farms, shelters, clinics, and emergency agencies in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from disasters. I help organizations develop emergency plans, procedures, and training to improve preparedness. I'm also available to support response and long-term recovery efforts after a catastrophe. Growing up on a farm instilled my love for animals, but it was my fire service experience—responding to barn fires, floods, and wildfires—that sparked my passion for animal rescue. I joined national teams, deploying across the U.S. and later educating veterinarians, responders, and animal services on rescue techniques. I served as Disaster Response Manager for the ASPCA and American Humane Society, leading responses to hurricanes, wild fires, hoarding cases, animal fighting, and more. I lead efforts in training volunteers for emergency response, rescue, and sheltering, while collaborating with organizations and agencies at all levels during major disasters. A career highlight was helping the American Red Cross develop and teach their Pet Liaison and Pet Champion programs. Today, I focus on helping organizations and agencies improve their disaster preparedness and recovery strategies to protect animals, people, and property. I work with organizations to develop emergency plans, provide training, and build partnerships to improve readiness, response, and recovery efforts in times of crisis.