People

Stacey Zeitlin, MAT, is the Vice President of Community Impact at San Diego Humane Society. She has been with the organization since 2002 and oversees the organization’s Resource Center and Community and Volunteer Engagement Departments. Stacey holds a multiple-subject teaching credential for the state of California, as well as a…

Since joining San Diego Humane Society in 2016, Carol has led the organization’s major, planned and foundation giving efforts, implementing a proactive, strategic and relationship-based program that is essential to achieving San Diego Humane Society’s mission. Carol is a key player in setting the direction for the organization’s philanthropic vision,…

Tina has three decades of experience in human resources (HR) management, developing extensive expertise in the principles, practices and strategies that drive effective HR operations. Her areas of specialization include strategic alignment, workforce relations, succession planning, talent management, talent development and employee engagement. She positions HR as a strategic partner…

As San Diego Humane Society’s vice president of animal welfare, Amanda ensures consistency and excellence in all of our animal welfare services, facilities and staff and guest experiences. Amanda is dedicated to animals and has a passion for research, education and collaboration. She is known for loving “crazy ideas” and…

Jennifer is responsible for the strategic direction and execution of the organization’s Marketing, Communications and Annual Giving programs. Jennifer has more than two decades of experience in the nonprofit sector with over 14 years dedicated to animal welfare. Her leadership at San Diego Humane Society has been pivotal in building…

Jace Huggins oversees one of the largest Humane Law Teams in California, along with investigations and case management, emergency response, officer training, dispatch and collaborations with local courts and law enforcement. Driven by compassion and a commitment to keep animals and people safe, Humane Officers assist when residents of 14…

As chief medical officer, Dr. Zarah Hedge oversees a team of 25+ veterinarians who provide lifesaving specialized surgeries, progressive treatments and long-term care and rehabilitation for San Diego Humane Society’s animal patients. The Veterinary Medicine program operates across four shelter locations, providing medical care rarely found in traditional shelter environments.…

Michael Lowry brings over 29 years of experience in nonprofit accounting and finance to San Diego Humane Society as chief financial officer. Michael and the team in the Finance department are responsible for recording all financial activity, overseeing accounting, managing payroll and maintaining transparency by reporting financial information to the…

Jessica has an extensive background in leading shelter operations and embodies San Diego Humane Society’s culture of care and compassion. Jessica oversees the operations at our San Diego, El Cajon, Escondido and Oceanside campuses, ensuring more than 40,000 animals admitted to our shelters each year receive the high-quality care they…

Brian Daugherty has extensive experience in leading philanthropy teams to achieve extraordinary results. As executive vice president, he oversees our philanthropy, marketing and communications efforts and is able to combine his professional experience and passion for animals. Brian and his team are responsible for marketing and communications to promote a…