DPA!’s Pawsome People: May 2019 Leadership Spotlight
“Amanda has done a great job securing fun and enjoyable event locations across DFW so our adoptables can get exposure to our community. She has done a wonderful job ensuring that our calendar is always full of events for our fosters. Thank you Amanda for being organized and connecting us with companies that support adoption!” -Leslie Sans, DPA’s Executive Director
DPA!’s Pawsome People: April 2019 Leadership Spotlight
“Kevin has dedicated his Sundays to DPA! for years! As our Rescue Assistant Director, Kevin helps lead the Rescue Team by example and goes to Dallas Animal Services almost every single Sunday to evaluate new dogs for our program, perform dog tests, train new Rescue Team volunteers, and basically terrify shy dogs with his giant […]
DPA!’s Pawsome People: February 2019 Leadership Spotlight
“Stacey has been volunteering with DPA! for almost 5 years now and I cannot stress enough the impact she has been able to make for our animals and our adopters. She has dedicated her spare time to ensuring our adoption policies and processes are in line with industry standards while providing excellent customer service to […]
DPA!’s Pawsome People: January 2019 Leadership Spotlight
“Mourad is constantly thinking of new and innovative ways to improve the Volunteer Team, including opportunities for his team to bond as a unit and brainstorm solutions together. This is all that much more impressive considering he lives halfway around the world and has never met any of us in person!” -Alyssa Gross DPA!’s Administration Vice President
DPA!’s Pawsome People: December 2018 Leadership Spotlight
“Allison is always at the ready to step up and share DPA’s story in creative and innovative ways. Although she does not live in Texas her love of DPA and our mission cannot be missed even all the way from the East Coast. Allison is key when it comes to streamlining and organization our marketing plan and voice. I am so grateful to have her on our team, she plays a pivotal role in ensuring our rescue animals are able to be heard and seen!” – Leslie Sans DPA!’s Executive Director
May DPA! Leadership Spotlight
The past couple of months have been very challenging for the Dallas Pets Alive! medical team. We have taken in more medically urgent animals, tougher cases, and several surgeries that have run up large vet bills. But, we do it because that’s what it takes to save more lives! Behind the incredible DPA medical team […]
Leadership Spotlight: Christina, DPA!’s Adoption Assistant Director
Happy tails and forever homes – that’s the ultimate goal for the dogs and cats that enter the Dallas Pets Alive! program. Without the dedication of amazing leadership volunteers like Christina, we couldn’t successfully adopt hundreds of animals each year. Learn more about Christina and her incredible contributions to DPA! What does your role with […]
Leadership Spotlight: Danica, DPA!’s Assistant Foster Director
A lot of what goes into rescue happens behind the scenes, and the time and dedication that our foster team puts in does not go unnoticed! This month’s leadership spotlight honoree is Danica Butler, DPA’s Canine Assistant Foster Director. Danica works hand-in-hand with the families that foster dogs with our organization, making sure they have a strong support system and resources when needed.
Leadership Spotlight: Dena, DPA!’s Alumni Director
Our responsibility for the pets adopted through Dallas Pets Alive! does not end at adoption. Alumni Director Dena Friend and her team help to ensure the health, safety, and overall well-being of our adopted dogs and cats are maintained after they have moved out of our program and into their forever homes.
Leadership Spotlight: Elina, DPA! Rescue Director
There is so much that goes into rescuing animals, especially within Dallas Pets Alive! While pets are always top of mind we wouldn’t be able to do what we do without the commitment, support and dedication of the two-legged members of the DPA Family. While 2018 may be the Year of the Dog, we’ll be highlighting members of our Leadership Team, in addition to our monthly Pawesome Volunteers and Fosters, to give you a behind the scenes look at the people who make our mission possible.