A graduate of Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences, Jamie is certified in Shelter Management through Humane Network. Previously, she served as the Director of Intake and Foster at PAWS Chicago, where she led high-impact programs and fostered strong partnerships to increase lifesaving capacity. Currently, she is Co-Chair of the Chicagoland Humane Coalition and a board member of the Illinois Animal Welfare Federation. Jamie is passionate about strategic program planning, collaborative leadership, and creating equitable access to care across diverse communities. Outside of work, she enjoys building Legos, playing board games, nurturing her plant collection, and spending time with her two dogs, Chip and Guppy.