Home: New York, NY. Profession: Animal welfare advocate. Organization: Humane Society of New York. Title: President.
Current project: Leading the Humane Society of New York. Recent recognition: America's Best Charities Seal of Excellence. Latest accomplishment: Establishing the Forever Homes policy. Latest contribution to others: Advocating for animal-friendly bills in New York. What’s been your big (or biggest leap)? Transitioning from journalism and fashion to animal welfare advocacy.
Personality profile: Compassionate, dedicated, proactive. Moral compass: Every life deserves kindness. How do you define a perfect friendship? Trust, shared values and support. How do you define an ideal business relationship? Collaborative and mission-driven. What is your greatest joy? Seeing animals find loving homes. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? Supporting animal welfare causes.
What three emojis best describe you? 🐾❤️🌍.
What was your first paying job? Worked in the fashion industry at Lord & Taylor. What was your favorite college course? Journalism. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Do what you love and make a difference. What’s the best advice you received in your career? True leadership is serving a cause greater than yourself.
What is your big idea? Expanding the Forever Homes policy nationwide. What change are you working on to effect in your profession or field? Strengthening adoption policies to ensure long-term pet-owner compatibility. What change would you like to see in the world? A world where all animals are treated humanely.
What title would you choose for the movie about your life? A Life for Animals. What actor would you choose to play you in the movie about your life? Jennifer Aniston. What advice would you give your younger self? Start advocating sooner. You can always make a bigger difference than you think. What period in your life would you do differently, if you could? Would have transitioned into animal welfare advocacy earlier.
Personal mission: To ensure every animal receives the care, respect, and love it deserves. Personal motto: Every animal deserves a loving home.
