Animal Welfare Professionals

Hi everyone — thank you to those who checked out the first episodes of the Top Dog Podcast and shared guest suggestions.

We're continuing our mission to spotlight the leaders, innovators, and changemakers advancing animal welfare in their communities. New episodes are released every Tuesday and Thursday, and we're always looking for remarkable people whose experiences can help shelters, rescues, and animal welfare professionals learn from one another.

Some of our recent conversations include:

• Erika Oguro, Founder & Executive Director of Japan Animal Shelter Alliance, discussing education, innovation, and the evolution of animal welfare in Japan.
https://doobert.com/erika-oguro-advancing-animal-welfare-through-education-and-innovation/

• Chief Operating Officer of Operation Kindness, sharing insights on compassionate leadership, data-driven decision-making, and community impact.
https://doobert.com/jordan-craig-leading-with-compassion-data-and-community-impact/

• Mike Keiley, Vice President of the Animal Protection Division at MSPCA-Angell, discussing collaboration, leadership, and why success in animal welfare is always a shared effort. https://doobert.com/mike-keiley-success-in-animal-welfare-is-a-shared-effort/

• Jackie Roach, CEO of Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society, sharing her journey from a career pivot to purpose-driven leadership.
https://doobert.com/jackie-roach-from-career-pivot-to-purpose-driven-leadership/

• Randa Richter, Director of Humane Programs & Public Media at SPCA Florida, discussing community engagement and turning compassion into action.
https://doobert.com/randa-richter-turning-compassion-into-community-impact/

Now we'd love your help.

Who are the shelter, rescue, veterinary, foster, transport, community cat, or animal welfare leaders making a difference that more people should hear from?

If you're comfortable sharing, please include:

• Their name
• Organization
• Role
• Email address or best contact method

Or feel free to send me a private message if you'd rather not post contact information publicly.

We're especially interested in leaders with practical experiences, innovative programs, lessons learned, and stories that can help strengthen animal welfare efforts across the country.

Who should we invite to be a future Top Dog Podcast guest?