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Hear different perspectives on what to consider to keep professionals from diverse backgrounds engaged and committed to their teams and organizations.
This roundtable features panelists who share the realities of sustaining a workforce with employees from various backgrounds, needs, and experiences. Hear different perspectives on what to consider to keep professionals from diverse backgrounds engaged and committed to their teams and organizations.
This discussion is especially for hiring managers, leaders, and committees who are interested in learning about resources that can help empower, support, and maintain a diverse workforce.
The Roundtable Panel:
- Rachel Levine, Director of People Development, Dumb Friends League
- Jessica Lopez, Executive Director, The PAW Mission
- Jessica Umunnabuike, Senior Talent & Diversity Specialist, San Diego Humane Society
Moderated by:
- Jasmin Robinson, Director of DEI Initiatives, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
This roundtable has been approved for 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit.
Rachel Levine
Director of People Development, Dumb Friends League
Rachel Levine is the Director of People Development for the Dumb Friends League and oversees Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Inclusion Strategy (DEAI) as well as Succession Planning, Career Pathing, and Leadership Development. Rachel has worked extensively in Human Resources and Corporate Training in both for profit and
non-profit companies. Rachel has a B.A. and M.A. from the University of Colorado at Boulder and an M.Phil. from the University of Cambridge. Rachel serves on the Board of Directors for the Denver Language School, the DEI Council of The Association, and is an advisor for the Customer Experience Program at the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado.
Jessica Lopez
Executive Director, The PAW Mission
Jessica Lopez has dedicated 21 years to the veterinary field, with 14 focused on advancing animal welfare. Seven years ago, driven by her commitment, she founded The PAW Mission, which now includes a 5-acre sanctuary, two mobile RVs, and plans for a permanent facility. Her leadership emphasizes professional growth and team empowerment while expanding her impact through innovative animal care solutions.
Jessica Umunnabuike
Senior Talent & Diversity Specialist
San Diego Humane Society
Jessica Umunnabuike (she/her) is a first-generation Nigerian American from Ohio. As the Sr. Talent & Diversity Specialist at San Diego Humane Society, Jessica performs an array of employee engagement functions, with a focus on staffing and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Jessica holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Professional in Human Resources® (PHR®) certification.
Jasmin Robinson
Director of DEI Initiatives
The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
Jasmin M. Robinson is The Association's Director of DEI Initiatives. She is also the CEO and Founder of I.D.E.A.L. Education, LLC., and a consultant with MSM Global Consulting. She has over 10 years of experience leading efforts to foster and maintain inclusive work environments that welcome, embrace, empower, and celebrate people. She is actively pursuing a doctorate in Higher Education Leadership at Indiana State University.
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These learning opportunities are designed to further the eradication of systemic discrimination and racism in animal welfare.
View our DEI Resource Library found on our main site.
Discover all of our DEI learning opportunities.
The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement is committed to action on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in animal welfare and we want you with us on this journey. As part of our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Commitment to Action, The Association will continue offering resources and learning opportunities designed to further the eradication of systemic discrimination and racism in animal welfare.
We thank The Life of Riley at Spring Point for their support of The Association's DEI initiatives.
Gain skills for navigating challenging conversations around DEI and get practice presenting to colleagues. This program includes a 3-day in-person training and online coaching.
All participants will enjoy full scholarships, including travel and accommodations.
2024 training cohorts:
- April 9-11 (Atlanta, GA) FULL
- June 5-7 (Denver, CO) FULL
- September 4-6 (Phoenix, AZ) FULL
Check back in early 2025 for 2025 Ambassador cohort opportunities.
Participants in this four-hour online workshop, designed for individuals in leadership roles, will explore why and how to advance DEI at their organization.
Low-cost registration fees have been made possible thanks to the generosity of our sponsors.
- March 25, 1-5pm ET - register by Tuesday, March 19
- September 23 1-5pm, ET - register by Friday, September 13
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Product not yet rated Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 10/01/2024 at 3:00 PM (EDT)
Join our interactive clinic to discover the process to successfully rebrand your organziation and its graphic elements.
Limited to 30 People - there will be a waitlist
The Anti-Cruelty Society, a 125-year-old organization, recently rebranded themselves and became Anti-Cruelty. Karen Handelman, President of 501creative, and Rachel Klousnitzer, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at Anti-Cruelty, worked together on this major design initiative. Learn from their experience. They will walk you through their organizational rebranding process, including:
- Identifying costs and establishing a budget
- Developing a project timeline
- Gaining buy-in from stakeholders including staff, board members, volunteers, and donors
- Conducting research and executing the rebranding
- Assessing the response to the new brand
This interactive virtual workshop is especially for marketing and communications professionals, executive directors, board members and liaisons. Open only to Animal Welfare Professional members of The Association.
Considering rebranding or even changing your organization's name? Attendees are invited to submit organizational pieces (logo, social media post/profile, donor communication item) ahead of time for group feedback and discussion, including an assessment from the presenters.
Submit Files For Group Feedback and Discussion
This clinic has been pre-approved for 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit and 1 NACA CE.
Karen Handelman
President, 501creative, Inc.
Karen Handelman founded 501creative after discovering that most non-profits were struggling with their brand and messaging, relying on pro-bono work that was not communicating or fundraising effectively. For almost 30 years, her team has been helping nonprofits find their voice, spread their message, and realize their mission. They have a special love for animal welfare organizations, and have been partnering with them since the very beginning.
Rachel Klousnitzer
Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, Anti-Cruelty
Rachel Klousnitzer has been helping nonprofits increase their brand awareness through marketing, media relations, communications, and more for over a decade. A passionate animal lover and lifelong Chicagoan, she jumped at the opportunity to join Anti-Cruelty in 2022 and lead the rebrand efforts for her favorite non-profit during its 125th year.
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Product not yet rated Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 09/23/2024 at 1:00 PM (EDT)
In this DEI Executive Leadership Class, you will engage in self-reflection, create a roadmap for making DEI a strategic goal in your organization, and identify skills leaders need to model.
A four-hour accelerated workshop for leaders working towards an equitable and just profession.
In this executive level leadership online workshop, you will work together as a cohort of committed leaders. You will engage in self-reflection, create a roadmap for making DEI a strategic goal in your organization, and identify the core skills leaders need to model.
Workshop Objectives:
- Define concepts of DEI and impact on animal welfare
- Examine our DEI Journey Maps and share with others
- Practice calling in conversations and how to foster open communication
- Strategize new ways to incorporate DEI practices throughout your organization
- Craft a 90-day action plan for the top three things you can do that would advance DEI in your organization
While we recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion from multiple levels of an organization, this course is specifically designed to support leaders, including executives, C-level staff, directors of municipal animal services, and board members.
- Workshop takes place online 1pm - 5pm ET on Monday, September 23
- This Zoom experience will not be recorded.
- Virtual break rooms will be used for small group activities and reflection.
- This course requires pre-work. Additional details will be provided after registration, however, we ask that leaders interested in this course commit to up to 3 hours of pre-work before our scheduled session.
- Participants who complete the course will receive a printable certificate of completion and access to office hours from Maria Morukian and Jasmin M. Robinson.
Presenters:
- Jasmin M. Robinson, Director of DEI Initiatives, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
- Maria Morukian, Founder & President, MSM Global Consulting
Low-cost registration fees have been made possible thanks to the generosity of our sponsors.
- $19 for Professional and Student members of The Association
- $39 for Learning Members
- $99 for Industry Partners
- $119 for Industry Partner - Non-Members
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If your organization has a financial hardship that makes paying for this training difficult, please contact us at learning@theaawa.org to inquire about scholarships.
Very limited seats available. Please register by Friday, September 13.
This online workshop has been pre-approved for:
- 4 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits
- 4 NACA CEs
- 4 CEs towards ACO CE requirements per Ch. 829 of the Texas Health and Safety Code by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
Jasmin Robinson
Director of DEI Initiatives
The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
Jasmin M. Robinson is The Association's Director of DEI Initiatives. She is also the CEO and Founder of I.D.E.A.L. Education, LLC., and a consultant with MSM Global Consulting. She has over 10 years of experience leading efforts to foster and maintain inclusive work environments that welcome, embrace, empower, and celebrate people. She is actively pursuing a doctorate in Higher Education Leadership at Indiana State University.
Maria Morukian
President and Founder
MSM Global Consulting
Maria Morukian, the president of MSM Global Consulting, has twenty years of experience as a facilitator, coach and consultant on leadership, diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence. Maria hosts a podcast on critical DEI issues called Culture Stew. She is author of the book, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace and co-author of ATD’s Handbook for Training and Talent Development.
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Join our interactive clinic to discover the key steps for effectively introducing and implementing new programs in your organization.
Limited to 40 People - there will be a waitlist
Introducing a new program or a major change can transform an organization, but its implementation often generates resistance from staff, volunteers, or the board. With the power of data, enthusiasm, and careful planning, you can successfully implement a new initiative or a significant change within your organization.
Join our interactive clinic to discover the key steps for effectively developing a vision, getting buy-in from your key stakeholders, planning an effective implementation, and launching a successful rollout.
This virtual workshop will be led by Brittany Fleming, Founder of the Unicorn Foster Program, which has made a remarkable impact by reducing the length of stay of large-breed behavior dogs by over 70%. Brittany will present her development of the Unicorn program as a case study of transformative change. Learn from her experience and discuss your transformative goals and ideas with your peers.
Open only to Animal Welfare Professional members of The Association.
This clinic has been pre-approved for 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit
Brittany Fleming
Founder, Unicorn Foster Program
Brittany Fleming created the Unicorn Foster Program at Gateway Pet Guardians in 2019. Under her direction, the program reduced the length of stay of their “unicorns” by 70%. Brittany has since created Save the Unicorns which is a consulting company that helps assist animal rescue groups with their “unicorns” in foster and adoptive homes. Brittany has a strong passion for seeing an animal’s progression from shy and scared to happy, confident, and social, no matter how they act on intake.
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Product not yet rated Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 09/11/2024 at 3:00 PM (EDT)
Learn about the crucial steps involved in monitoring and reporting your annual budget, and the benefits of leveraging automation and technological tools to expedite the process.
Learn about the crucial steps involved in monitoring and reporting your annual budget, and the benefits of leveraging automation and technological tools to expedite the process. This webinar will equip you with data visualization techniques that will enable you to communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) tailored to animal welfare effortlessly. Additionally, we will unveil short-term budget strategies that nonprofits can use to help build long-term financial stability. By attending this session, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the budgeting process and the tools and strategies that can help you optimize it for animal welfare stakeholders.
Learning objectives:
- Explore the benefits and differences of various types of budgets.
- Demonstrate and analyze the steps in the budgeting process
- Illustrate how data visualization and automation tools can be used to review and present key performance indicators (KPIs) necessary for animal welfare organizations to build financial stability.
- Explain the importance of using the budget as a management tool.
This webinar has been pre-approved for:
- 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit
- 1 NACA CE
- 1 CE towards ACO CE requirements per Ch. 829 of the Texas Health and Safety Code by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
Aimee Pourciau
Director
Your Part-Time Controller, LLC
Aimee Pourciau is a Director at Your Part-Time Controller, LLC (YPTC), where she leads the firm’s Denver office, as well as our Animal Welfare specialty. Her unwavering commitment to the nonprofit sector, coupled with her expertise in nonprofit accounting, ensures a standard of excellence in client service and deliverables. She achieves this by training, developing, and empowering her team to help expand YPTC’s footprint in the Denver area.
Aimee is not just a licensed CPA, but a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting from Louisiana State University and has over 20 years of experience in public accounting, internal audit, and industry. Her primary focus on the nonprofit sector is further enriched by her years of experience in nonprofit volunteerism, including committee and board leadership, membership management, and strategic planning.
Aimee is also a passionate advocate for animal welfare.
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Learn how panelists across different animal welfare sectors manage wellness and boundaries when staff and morale are constantly shifting. This roundtable is ideal for staff interested in adding coping strategies to their wellness toolkit.
Caring for animals and helping the people who support them can feel daunting. Add in a staffing shortage and you’re officially overwhelmed. How do you prioritize when you don't have enough help or time? When should you take a break or push forward? How do you say 'no' to the next task so you can say 'yes' to your well-being?
Learn how panelists across different animal welfare sectors manage wellness and boundaries when staff and morale are constantly shifting. This roundtable is ideal for staff interested in adding coping strategies to their wellness toolkit.
The Roundtable Panel:
- Allison Cardona, California State Director, Koret Shelter Medicine Program
- Jessica Umunnabuike, Senior Talent & Diversity Specialist, San Diego Humane Society
- Kristen Williams, Community Events & Outreach Manager, Forsyth Humane Society
Moderated by:
- Jasmin Robinson, Director of DEI Initiatives, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
This roundtable has been approved for 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit.
Jasmin Robinson
Director of DEI Initiatives
The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
Jasmin M. Robinson is The Association's Director of DEI Initiatives. She is also the CEO and Founder of I.D.E.A.L. Education, LLC., and a consultant with MSM Global Consulting. She has over 10 years of experience leading efforts to foster and maintain inclusive work environments that welcome, embrace, empower, and celebrate people. She is actively pursuing a doctorate in Higher Education Leadership at Indiana State University.
Allison Cardona
California State Director
Koret Shelter Medicine Program
Allison Cardona manages a $37.5 million grant fund for UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine that partners with animal shelters in California to increase access to care and increase foster, adoptions, and return to home. She has also worked as a Deputy Director for the Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control, and as a senior program director for the ASPCA. Allison is on the Leadership Council for the Downtown’s Women’s Center, an organization dedicated to providing services and housing to women in Los Angeles. The proud daughter of Colombian immigrants, Allison is deeply committed to racial justice and equity work.
Jessica Umunnabuike
Senior Talent & Diversity Specialist
San Diego Humane Society
Jessica Umunnabuike (she/her) is a first-generation Nigerian American from Ohio. As the Sr. Talent & Diversity Specialist at San Diego Humane Society, Jessica performs an array of employee engagement functions, with a focus on staffing and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Jessica holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Professional in Human Resources® (PHR®) certification.
Kristen Williams
Community Engagement and Event Manager
Forsyth Humane Society
Kristen Williams (she/her) is on year three as the Community Engagement and Event Manager at Forsyth Humane Society. She has 15+ years of experience teaching mindful movement while spearheading programs sitting at the intersection of wellness and social justice through the lens of radical self-care. She has harnessed those skills in the world of animal welfare to build sustainable event and development programs that keep the focus not just on the wellness of animals, but on the people who care for them. Kristen understands the connection between adverse childhood experiences and trauma, and couples that with a toolkit of mindfulness to create pathways to build and nourish authentic relationships through the community that work together as an eco-system of support and care.
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A daylong virtual event that will address our profession's most pressing challenges.
This online event will inspire you to continue thinking outside the proverbial “box” — and, indeed, to think outside your shelter walls — to address our most pressing challenges. In four power-packed sessions, your colleagues will be digging into telehealth, inclusivity, employee retention, and the new generation of leaders. Click the Agenda tab to review the 4 recorded sessions.
As a member of The Association as of 6/13/24, your spot is guaranteed. You will be automatically registered and will receive a confirmation email and reminder emails.
Registration includes the full live event plus access to the 4 webinar recordings through 12/31/24.
Registration for the four recordings for Learning Members is only $9.99.
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In this six-lesson series, GrantStation President Alice Ruhnke will cover how to create productive partnerships across various sectors so you can increase your organization’s impact.
In today's interconnected world, partnerships can help your nonprofit open new avenues to amplify your impact and extend your reach. However, forging these alliances is not without its challenges. Many nonprofits struggle with identifying the right partners, navigating the complexities of diverse collaboration models, and managing these relationships effectively to ensure mutual benefit and success.
Over six interactive sessions, GrantStation President Alice Ruhnke will cover how to create productive partnerships across various sectors so you can increase your organization’s impact. They are designed in an easy-to-digest format with beginners in mind. Each 45-minute session includes 30+ minutes of practical content.
Recordings available through 2025 (descriptions below):
- Identify and Cultivate Meaningful Partnerships
- Maximize Growth by Partnering With Businesses
- Increase Your Impact Through Nonprofit Partnerships
- How to Cultivate Local Government Support
- Unlock Partnerships With Financial Institutions
- Partner with Communities of Faith for Social Impact
Tuition for the six-part package:
- $0 Animal Welfare Professional Members
- $20 Learning Members
- $50 Industry Partners
- $75 Industry Partner Non-Members
Our partner GrantStation provides tools and training to find new grant sources, build a strong grantseeking program, and write winning successful proposals to fund your organization’s mission.
** Members of The Association, subscribe to GrantStation at a 90% discount, then enjoy access to MORE webinars about grant topics. **
DESCRIPTIONS:
Identify and Cultivate Meaningful Partnerships
Connectedness has never been so important in the nonprofit sector. Effective partnerships have a lot of advantages, including making your applications more appealing to funders. But successful partnerships rarely "just happen." They usually require strategic steps and resources to reach their highest potential. Therefore, you need to think about both developing and managing collaborations. Alice Ruhnke, President of GrantStation, will give you details about the different collaborative models your nonprofit can engage in to increase your odds of getting funded. The webinar will cover these specific topics:
- Types of partnership models;
- Considerations as you work within each model;
- Examples of successful collaborative efforts; and,
- How you can proactively manage partnerships.
Maximize Growth by Partnering With Businesses
Business and corporate support for philanthropic activities can be an integral part of your overall funding strategy. However, businesses give in different ways. Some have corporate foundations while others provide sponsorships, matching funds, product donations, or volunteer time. This diversity makes it difficult to determine the best way to strategically position yourself to be competitive for corporate support. GrantStation President Alice Ruhnke will share strategies you can use to add corporate donations to your organization’s funding portfolio. You’ll walk away with an understanding of the driving forces behind corporate giving strategies so you can develop approaches to attract support from diverse businesses. You’ll learn:
- The different models of corporate giving;
- How each model could benefit your organization; and,
- The best ways to pre-position your organization to be successful when asking for and obtaining support.
Increase Your Impact Through Nonprofit Partnerships
Nonprofit organizations frequently forge partnerships to enhance their impact, pool resources, and more effectively meet their objectives. Collaborating with other nonprofits—from social service agencies and educational institutions to healthcare organizations and the media—can unlock powerful synergies, broadening the scope and reach of your efforts. Alice Ruhnke will help you optimize nonprofit collaborations. This session will explore seven critical factors essential for forging effective partnerships:
- Mission Alignment: Ensuring a shared vision and values is the cornerstone of any successful partnership.
- Complementary Strengths: Leveraging the unique strengths and resources of each organization can lead to greater collective impact.
- Clear Goals and Metrics: Establishing specific objectives and ways to measure success keeps the partnership focused and accountable.
- Open Communication: Maintaining transparency and ongoing dialogue ensures alignment and builds trust.
- Defined Roles: Clarifying each party's responsibilities prevents overlap and ensures efficiency.
- Cultural Fit: Harmonizing organizational cultures or finding ways to bridge differences is crucial for smooth collaboration.
- Legal and Financial Due Diligence: Addressing legal and financial implications upfront avoids complications and ensures a stable partnership foundation.
How to Cultivate Local Government Support
Working collaboratively with local and state governments could be a win-win situation for your organization. These entities tend to have larger sums of money to distribute, so their support can be an avenue to sustaining your organization. However, partnering with any level of government can feel intimidating to nonprofit organizations, especially those without much experience. The systems for partnering with government are different in their timing, bureaucracy, and processes than those for applying to foundations. These partnerships are seldom a “quick fix” but instead a longer-term strategy. Alice Ruhnke will show you the steps and resources you need to create these impactful relationships and grow your organization. You’ll walk away with an understanding of how to position your organization to maximize public benefits. You’ll learn:
- The benefits of partnering with local and state governments;
- The steps you need to take to partner with local and state governments;
- How to use your organization’s deep knowledge of community needs, reach, and existing relationships; and,
- Common obstacles and possible solutions.
Unlock Partnerships With Financial Institutions
Financial institutions play a pivotal role in local economic development and are often keen on supporting initiatives that align with their mission to foster community growth. Working alongside community banks can open up new avenues for funding, volunteer engagement, and community outreach. Alice Ruhnke will help you build relationships with your community banks. You’ll be introduced to the various ways in which partnering with different financial institutions can help your nonprofit access financial resources, gain financial literacy, and leverage local networks to amplify your impact. Even if you already have banking relationships, this session can help ensure you’re maximizing those relationships. You’ll learn:
- The different types of financial institutions and the pros and cons of working with them;
- How the Community Reinvestment Act can benefit you;
- The actions you need to take when researching banks in your community; and,
- Recommended steps to develop, maintain, and grow relationships with your community banks.
Partner with Communities of Faith for Social Impact
In the pursuit of expanding their impact, nonprofit organizations are continuously seeking new and innovative partnerships. One avenue of collaboration that holds significant promise is with communities of faith. Alice Ruhnke, President of GrantStation, and Aretha Simons, President of Multiplying Talents, will delve into the dynamic potential of partnerships between nonprofits and faith-based organizations. You’ll see the transformative power that arises when these entities unite for the betterment of society. During the session, we will explore:
- Strategies for identifying potential faith-based partners that align with your organization's mission;
- Navigating the complexities of faith-based collaboration with respect, sensitivity, and inclusivity;
- How partnering with faith-based organizations can reach a broader audience; and,
- How partnering together can enhance programs and initiatives.
Alice Ruhnke
President
GrantStation
Alice Ruhnke is the President of GrantStation. Having raised over $45 million from federal, state, and private grantmakers, she knows what it takes to get funded. As a former nonprofit program coordinator and director, and the Founder of The Grant Advantage, Alice has a deep understanding of the challenges that nonprofits face. Over the last 20 years she's worked in the trenches with hundreds of nonprofit organizations to improve their capacity to raise funds. Alice is an author and educator with a passion to share her expertise. Her insightful trainings on grant proposal writing and development, community change models, service projects, and measuring outcomes have helped over 4,000 individuals positively impact their communities.
Reach GrantStation at juliet.vile@grantstation.com.
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Discover how your organization can lessen the risk of costly and stressful liability and legal problems.
NEW DATE: Wednesday, June 5
From dog bites to animal transportation and medical care to worker's comp, animal shelters and rescues have unique liability risks, related to both animals and people.
David Denniston, Director of Risk Management for McNeil & Co, Inc., has experience working with animal welfare organizations to mitigate their risk. David will explain how your organization can lessen the risk of costly and stressful liability and legal problems. He will provide sample language and policies you can use right away. This session will also explore practical strategies for inspiring a deep and lasting commitment to safety and mission-protection in your nonprofit.
This webinar has been pre-approved for:
- 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit
- 1 NACA CE
- 1 CE towards ACO CE requirements per Ch. 829 of the Texas Health and Safety Code by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
Jessica Ford
Risk Management Program Specialist
McNeil & Co.
Jessica Ford is a Risk Management Program Specialist with McNeil & Co. She works directly with our AnimalKeepers insureds to reduce their loss exposures. She has several years of experience in customer service and actively involves herself in education opportunities within the industry to help meet the needs of our clients. Jess is a dedicated member of the animal welfare industry as well as being a volunteer firefighter and EMT for her community.
Dave Denniston
Director of Risk Management
McNeil and Company Inc
Dave Denniston is the Director of Risk Management for McNeil and Company, Inc. He also serves as Executive Director of the National FARMEDIC Training Program. Dave has over 30 years in Risk Management, Fire and Emergency Medical Services, and has served as an officer in several local, state, and national organizations. Dave has served as Chief, President and Chairman of the Board for the Cortlandville (NY) Fire District, where he is still active as Department Chaplin. Dave is a Fire Commissioner in the Virgil Fire District and a Director for the Association of Fire Districts, State of New York.
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